About Arlene
Arlene Brown joined the Foundation staff in 2025 after serving as the Director of Membership at the North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association. During her time at the organization, she led inclusive engagement activities with members and partners; creating pathways for equitable change in clean energy policy.
Arlene has 20+ years of personal and professional experience in the nonprofit sector. She has a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities faced by community-based organizations, and the value of strengthening the nonprofit ecosystem. She brings a personable approach to relationship building and is devoted to building a stronger Triangle for all.
Arlene has a B.A. in Political Science from the University of South Carolina and has earned certificates in Nonprofit Management from Duke University and the NC Center for Nonprofits. She is also a Leadership Triangle Goodmon Fellow.
Arlene lives in Raleigh with her husband and son, and she loves reading, eating, and making lasting connections.
