Robin Minick

Background

About Robin Minick

I am a seasoned governance and leadership professional with over 30 years of experience across private, public, and nonprofit sectors. My work centers on advancing corporate governance, ESG, managing risk, and leading transformational strategies that deliver long-term value. I've served on multiple boards and chaired nominating and governance committees, with a focus on succession planning, diverse recruitment, and building transparent, accountable governance structures. I’ve also led initiatives that launched innovative community finance programs, modernized governance practices, and strengthened stakeholder engagement. I bring a multifaceted perspective to boardrooms—shaped by my background as an attorney, senior executive, and nonprofit leader. I integrate legal expertise, financial insight, and strategic vision to help organizations navigate complex challenges. Board & Executive Experience Adjunct Professor – UNT Dallas College of Law (2023–Present) Teach law and governance courses bridging theory and practice; mentor students on career readiness and design curricula aligned with emerging regulatory and ESG trends. Board Director / Secretary / Chair, Nominating & Governance Committee – Housing Forward (2021–Present) Lead succession planning, diverse board recruitment, and alignment of strategic goals with governance and community impact. Chair, Nominating & Governance Committee – Social Venture Partners International (2018–2023) Directed board modernization, ESG integration, inclusive recruitment, and board development. VP & Director of Community Engagement – The Real Estate Council Foundation & Community Fund (2011–2017) Founded and scaled a certified CDFI to $2M in assets; raised $1.9M+ in philanthropic capital; led boards and community investment initiatives. Managing Director – Olympus Real Estate Partners, LLC (2005–2007) Managed $350M+ in assets; worked with municipalities to secure entitlements for major multi-state developments. SVP & General Counsel – WMC Management Co./ Arnold Palmer Golf Management Oversaw legal, HR, and risk operations for 4,500+ employees; managed $2B in assets and $400M in affordable housing projects. General Counsel – Walden Residential Properties, Inc.(NYSE: Led all legal affairs; advised the board and CEO on strategy, operations, and risk for a publicly traded REIT. Core Competencies: Corporate Governance | Board Leadership | ESG Strategy | Risk Oversight | Succession Planning | Strategic Planning | Stakeholder Engagement | Financial Oversight | DEI | Policy Development