Empowering Baltimore's Vibrant Community: An Interview with Robbin Lee, Executive Director of Baltimore Homecoming

Welcome to 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, hosted by Rob Lee, where we unravel the mesmerizing stories of Robbin Lee, the dedicated Executive Director of Baltimore Homecoming, Inc., is driven by her passion for bridging connections between Baltimore's esteemed expats and the city's bright future. With a rich background in arts and event planning, Robbin has produced numerous successful events for nonprofits in the DMV, including The Phillips Collection and Capitol Riverfront Business Improvement District. Her remarkable achievements also include serving as Events Director for The Emporiyum, an acclaimed food event voted as DC and Baltimore's best in 2014 and 2015. Eager to make a profound impact on her favorite city, Robbin eagerly joined the Baltimore Homecoming team in October 2017, bringing her expertise and fervor to reshape the narrative of Baltimore and engage the alumni network in giving back to the community.

As we uncover today’s episode:

• Delve into the inspiring mission of Baltimore Homecoming as they aim to reconnect Baltimore's expats with the city's bright future. Learn how they are reshaping the narrative of Baltimore, fostering a sense of community, and igniting hope for the city's growth. Join us as we explore the powerful impact of uniting expats with their hometown and how it contributes to the city's flourishing prospects.
• Discover the heartwarming initiative of The Campaign for Baltimore's Heroes, a remarkable crowdfunding campaign dedicated to supporting local nonprofits and grassroots organizations. Hear the incredible stories of those who have benefited from this campaign and how it empowers community-driven projects. Get inspired by the collective efforts to uplift Baltimore's heroes and make a meaningful impact on their communities.
• Join us as we uncover the profound goal of Baltimore Homecoming: to engage the alumni community in giving back to Baltimore and shining a spotlight on the city's positive stories. Through heartwarming interviews and testimonials, we explore the meaningful ways in which alumni are making a difference and contributing to Baltimore's growth. Experience the power of unity and how alumni engagement fosters a stronger sense of belonging and shared purpose in the city.

Don't miss this incredible episode as Robbin Lee joins host Rob Lee to discuss the mission and work of Baltimore Homecoming. Baltimore Homecoming is a nonprofit initiative that aims to reconnect Baltimore's most accomplished expats with the future of the city. Through their annual event and various programs, Baltimore Homecoming seeks to reshape the narrative of Baltimore and engage the alumni network in giving back to the city. Robbin shares her personal connection to Baltimore and her motivation for being a part of Baltimore Homecoming. She also discusses the Campaign for Baltimore's Heroes, a crowdfunding campaign that supports local nonprofits and grassroots organizations. The campaign aims to raise a million dollars and has already raised over half a million. Robbin emphasizes the importance of amplifying the positive stories and achievements of Baltimore and engaging the alumni community in making a difference.


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Host: Rob Lee
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Rob Lee

The Truth In This Art is an interview series featuring artists, entrepreneurs and tastemakers in & around Baltimore.

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Robbin Lee

Executive Director of Baltimore Homecoming, Inc.

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Robbin Lee is the Executive Director of Baltimore Homecoming, Inc. Prior to joining Homecoming, she has produced hundreds of events for nonprofits in the DMV such as The Phillips Collection and Capitol Riverfront Business Improvement District (BID) all the while serving as Events Director for The Emporiyum – voted DC and Baltimore’s best food event in 2014 and 2015. When asked to come back and make an impact for her favorite city, Robbin eagerly joined the Baltimore Homecoming team in October 2017.

Robbin currently serves on the UMBC Alumni Association Board of Directors. She is a part of the organizing committee for Chinatown Collective’s Charm City Night Market as well as a founding member of the Baltimore Chapter of NAAAP (National Association of Asian American Professionals). Robbin is also an advisor to the Chief Development Officer of The Legacy Builders Collective and a Thread volunteer at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School.

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Baltimore Homecoming

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