Robin Blair-Ackison, MPH

Robin serves as the manager of health policy initiatives. Prior to her current role, she worked as a health policy analyst at the Health Policy Institute of Ohio, where she helped lead and develop research and policy resources used by policymakers, community leaders and organizations throughout the state. Robin previously held several roles within the College of Public Health, partnering with local and state health departments on community health assessments, strategic planning and public health initiatives.

Before transitioning into health policy, Robin built a career in nutrition education and culinary arts, including owning a culinary and nutrition education business, serving as a chef for the United States Ski Team, and leading community-based nutrition programs. Her professional interests include health policy, health equity and food access.