Robin Goldsbury brings more than 35 years of entrepreneurial experience, community leadership, marketing expertise and public policy development to Cranbrook City Council.

Robin raised her family in Cranbrook, where she founded Kootenay Cone Company, an international forest-products manufacturer employing 45 people, and owned the 35-unit Nomad Motel. Her business experience spans manufacturing, hospitality, tourism, marketing and multimillion-dollar commercial property development.

Her national marketing career includes leading advertising teams, managing major campaigns and lecturing at international trade shows. Locally, she has worked with Community Futures, the Business Development Bank, and numerous businesses. She developed the advertising campaign supporting Cranbrook’s first CT scanner.

Robin holds a Master of Science in Neuroscience, an Honours degree in Psychology, a degree in Philosophy and a diploma in Advertising and Public Relations.

Her leadership experience started serving as the first elected chair of Alberta’s College and Technical Institute Student Executive Council, representing 64,000 students, and on Grant MacEwan’s Board of Governors. She continues to contribute to national policy development through her work with the National Women’s Liberal Commission.

Her extensive volunteer service spans local, provincial and national organizations, including the Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce, East Kootenay Community Credit Union, and committees focused on health care, tourism, economic development and public policy. She also founded Choose Balfour, bringing residents and businesses together to advocate for major infrastructure investment.

Her contributions have earned numerous business, academic and leadership awards, including the Charles S. Noble Leadership Award and recognition as one of the Kootenays’ Top 10 Business People.

An independent thinker, Robin isn’t afraid to ask tough questions, challenge assumptions or make difficult decisions. She believes leadership means listening, respecting different perspectives, following the evidence and having the courage to stand her ground.

A mother and grandmother, Robin is committed to responsible financial management, economic opportunity and meaningful citizen engagement. She believes Cranbrook’s future depends on listening to residents, making informed decisions and building a vibrant, inclusive community where families, businesses and future generations can thrive.
 

Committees: Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board (alternate); Kootenay East Regional Hospital District (KERHD) Board (alternate).

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