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Robyn Sandoval

Robyn Sandoval is the President, CEO, and Owner of A Girl & A Gun. Her multifaceted approach — combining professional leadership, advocacy, education, and genuine care for others — has made her a respected voice within the firearms industry. As a hands-on leader, Robyn drives the organization’s growth and long-term success by overseeing daily operations, developing innovative strategies, and cultivating strong, impactful partnerships. Under her guidance, A Girl & A Gun fulfills its mission: inspiring women to live their best lives through firearms education, competition, and community.

Robyn is a highly credentialed Firearms Instructor and Safety Officer, having trained under several national academies and master-class instructors. Passionate about teaching, she brings extensive knowledge and experience from both her roles as an educator and a student of self-defense. Beyond instruction, Robyn actively competes in shooting sports and regularly organizes events that promote the development of both recreational and defensive firearms skills.

Credentials and Certificates

Pistol Instructor
AR-15 Instructor
OC Instructor
Armorer

Trained Under These Instructors

A.J. Zito, Practical Performance
Adam Winch, Defenders USA
Andrew Branca, Law of Self Defense
Beth Alcazar, USCCA
Brandon Fisher, Precision Defensive Solutions
Brian Hill, The Complete Combatant
Brian Quick, Brian Quick Training
Caleb Causey, Lone Star Medics
Chris Cerino, Range Ready
Chris Cypert, Citizens Defense Research
Chuck Haggard, Agile Tactical
Craig Douglas, Shivworks
Daryl Bolke, Active Response Training
David Perkins, Sig Sauer Academy
Eric Lamberson, Sensible Solutions
Freddie Blish, Gunsite Academy
Gabe White, Gabe White Training
James Queisner, Gunsite Academy
Jennie Cruz, USCCA
Jim Dexter, Tactically Sound
John Farnam, DTI International
John Hearne, Two Pillars Training
John Holschen, West Coast Armory
Joseph Parent, GLOCK Professional
Kaery Dudenhoffer, Active Self Protection
Karl Rehn, KR Training
Kathy Jackson, Cornered Cat
Larry St. Clair, Martial Way Academy
Lee Weems, First Person Safety
Lou Ann Hamblin, Louka Tactical
Massad Ayoob, MAG Group
Myles Standish, Defenders USA
Nick Young, Velox Training
Paul Carlson, Safety Solutions Academy
Paul Kultala, Gunsite Academy
Rick Henson, RFH Tactical Mobility
Riley Bowman, Riley Bowman Instruction
Russell Anthon, Defenders USA
Sarah Hauptman, PHLster Holsters
Scott Jedlinski, Modern Samurai Project
Scotty Banks, GLOCK Professional
Stephannie Weidner, Active Self Protection
Tatiana Whitlock, A Girl & A Gun
Tobin Babcock, Comprehensive Tactical Solutions
Tom Givens, Rangemaster
William Aprill, Aprill Risk Consulting

Robyn is a highly regarded speaker at national conferences and a frequent guest on top podcasts. As a prominent voice in the Second Amendment community, she is a passionate advocate for women’s rights, safety, and self-reliance. Leading the nation’s most influential women’s firearms training organization, Robyn brings unique insights into the female firearms market. She understands both the personal stories and the data — why women buy guns, how they make purchasing decisions, and how the firearms industry can use this information to better serve and connect with this growing, enthusiastic market.

Robyn has been featured on magazine covers and regularly interviewed by journalists and media outlets. Her leadership and advocacy have earned her national recognition, including the prestigious Defender of Liberty Award from the Second Amendment Foundation. She also serves on the Board of Directors for Women for Gun Rights, extending her influence on the national stage. Robyn is a passionate champion for freedom, families, and the future of gun rights.

Media and Appearances

TIME Magazine cover
American Shooting Journal cover
‘Guns in America’ Project
‘Protect Like a Mother’ video
Firearms and Freedoms, a Jeff Hays Film
GUNS Magazine
Armed Lifestyle Magazine
Lady Shooters Lifestyles Magazine
Featured by Savage Arms on International Women’s Day
Speaker at the Arizona 2A Rally in Phoenix
Speaker at the Gun Rights Policy Conference
Speaker at the GLOCK National Sales Meeting
Speaker at Women for Gun Rights Rally
Gun Talk Radio
Eye on the Target Radio
Polite Society Podcast
Self Defense Gun Stories Podcast
Meet the Pressers Podcast
Get Off My Lawn Podcast
Firearm Trainer’s Podcast
The Armed Guardian Podcast
For the Love of Guns Podcast
Defenders LIVE Podcast
CloverTac Productions Podcast
Second Amendment Foundation Daily Bullet
Self Defense Gun Stories Podcast
Riding Shotgun with Charlie
The Loaded Mic Podcast
Liberty Watch Radio
Defenders Live Podcast
Firearm Mentor Podcast
Mia Anstine MAC Outdoors Podcast
303 Tactical Training Podcast
The Economist
Houston Chronicle
Discourse Magazine

Advocacy and Accomplishments

Sponsor of three Amicus Briefs filed with New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Kevin P. Bruen.
Named in 2 briefs that were cited in Opinions by SCOTUS Justices Thomas and Alito. 

Witness for the State of Texas in Texas, et al. v. ATF contesting the definition of “engaged in the business” of a firearms dealer.

Featured on the cover of TIME magazine, with her story displayed at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West Museum in Cody, WY.

 Recognized with the prestigious Defender of Liberty Award from the Second Amendment Foundation.

 The Gundie Awards — Most Influential Female — Nominee

Austin Woman Change Maker — Featured Nominee

What makes Robyn’s voice especially powerful in political circles is her personal journey from once supporting gun control to becoming a staunch defender of the Second Amendment. On Capitol Hill, she boldly represents women who defend their freedoms, famously stating, “Moms who make demands to take our rights don’t speak for moms like me.” 

Robyn is the mother of three children and two dogs that often appear in her social posts. Inspired by her daughter’s journey, Robyn is deeply passionate about raising awareness for pediatric brain cancer and providing self-defense training for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. She is developing a program that teaches nonvisual threat recognition and situational awareness skills, empowering blind individuals to identify potential dangers and enhance their personal safety.

Career Expertise

Prior to her leadership roles with A Girl & A Gun, Robyn had a successful career in content creation and multichannel marketing.

For 15 years, Robyn built a strong foundation in publishing, where she conceptualized, launched, and managed titles and digital libraries for the banking industry. She honed her skills in innovation and agility by leading the transition of legacy print content to online resources during the early days of the Internet. As regulatory information became more accessible, Robyn developed creative solutions tailored for attorneys and financial professionals. 

A sales-driven marketing professional, she combined deep operational expertise across both B2C and B2B industries. Her unique skill sets span three core areas: content strategy (including project management and merchandising), technology implementation (covering IT infrastructure and numerous SaaS and CMS platforms), and design/UI to deliver compelling customer experiences.

Robyn holds a Bachelor of Arts (Political Science and Criminal Justice double major with a Pre-Law concentration) Magna Cum Laude from St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas.

Professional Associations

Women for Gun Rights (Board Member)
A Girl & A Gun Legacy (Board Member)
Second Amendment Foundation
Texas State Rifle Association
National Rifle Association
National Shooting Sports Foundation
Firearms Trainers Association
GLOCK Shooting Sports Foundation
Austin Woman InHer Circle

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