Bio
Robert Graham serves on the boards of the Charlotte International Cabinet and the Carolina Farm Trust. He advises the City of Charlotte on international affairs of domestic and foreign origin, as well as encouraging international business growth. Additionally, he champions Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and actions to strengthen the food system for North Carolina.
A Board Director with over two decades of experience, Robert currently leads strategic initiatives for Novant Health, a healthcare system. Prior, he internationalized the BASIS Curriculum Schools brand for its Asia-Pacific market entry and consolidated Eastern New Mexico University’s brand, brokering the university’s inaugural trademark & licensing agreement.
Robert obtained his M.A. in English from Eastern New Mexico University and his B.A. in English from Morehouse College. At the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, Robert was awarded a research fellowship for international relations.
Robert is a master swimmer, amateur sprinter, and avid kickboxer. He resides in Charlotte, North Carolina.