Permanent Staff / Consultants
Robin King Austin , Executive Director
As the visionary and motivator behind the VinaCapital Foundation project, Robin dedicates her passion and drive to making a change in children’s lives. She conceived of the VCF mission and since its inauguration in 2005, has led the effort resulting in thousands of children receiving help. In April 2011, VCF reached a major milestone when it funded its 2,000th lifesaving heart surgery in Vietnam. Prior to founding VinaCapital Foundation, Robin served as Director of Development for East Meets West Foundation using her fundraising skills and public relations talents to raise an impressive 1 million USD in 22 months.
With over 25 years in business development, public relations, and marketing and operations in various sectors (Healthcare; Community; Conservation; Real Estate) Robin has held numerous roles at the executive management level, and holds an impressive portfolio of community service.