Our Team

Paul Robinson

Chief Program Officer

Paul Robinson is the Chief Program Officer at Chicago CRED. In his current role, Paul works to develop and expand an effective program strategy aimed at reducing shootings and homicides. The CPO is responsible for managing the program budget, overseeing the program team, and setting key priorities for the organization.

Prior to serving as CPO, Paul was the Deputy Head of Programs at Chicago CRED, where he supported teams across multiple community sites on the South and Westside, directly overseeing the Employment & Training, Housing, Education, and Court Referral Programs.

Paul’s previous experience includes working within Chicago Public Schools for several non-profits and violence prevention initiatives, including B.A.M. (Becoming A Man), an evidence-based mentorship program.

Paul earned an MA from the University of Chicago and a BA from Fairfield University. He was a 2019 Fellow at the University of Chicago’s Civic Leadership Academy. He lives in Logan Square with his wife Mary and enjoys any opportunity to experience live music.