Cyndy Yu Robinson
Executive Director at Kramden Institute- Claim this Profile
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Tim Wong
I had the pleasure of working alongside with Cyndy in August 2015, as we co-organized a big annual conference for a professional non-profit organization that we both volunteer for. Our lives are in different timezones (she is in North Carolina, and I am in California), but I can attest that Cyndy is an excellent communicator. She can comfortably lead a team of volunteers, motivate the troops, and articulate her thoughts in a way that is both to-the-point as well as tactful. She always has a clear vision of what she wants, and (on numerous occasions) has demonstrated that she is willing to "pick up the slack" when other volunteers are not carrying their own weight. Her passion for social impact is an additional strength that gives her words even more power, because people know that she is championing for a cause which is outside of her self-interests. It was an honor working with Cyndy, and I look forward to working with her again in the future.
LinkedIn User
Cyndy is a gem with many facets, and lots of fire! She finds out what needs to be done and does it. I value her unique ability to always make a positive difference. An eloquent, thoughtful thinker, Cyndy can be found in the thick of things as a leader and boundary spanner. For example, she led environmental outreach efforts in Philadelphia, speaking to hundreds of students about watersheds and natural resources, then created the nation's first bilingual stormdrain project in Philadelphia's Chinatown.
Tim Wong
I had the pleasure of working alongside with Cyndy in August 2015, as we co-organized a big annual conference for a professional non-profit organization that we both volunteer for. Our lives are in different timezones (she is in North Carolina, and I am in California), but I can attest that Cyndy is an excellent communicator. She can comfortably lead a team of volunteers, motivate the troops, and articulate her thoughts in a way that is both to-the-point as well as tactful. She always has a clear vision of what she wants, and (on numerous occasions) has demonstrated that she is willing to "pick up the slack" when other volunteers are not carrying their own weight. Her passion for social impact is an additional strength that gives her words even more power, because people know that she is championing for a cause which is outside of her self-interests. It was an honor working with Cyndy, and I look forward to working with her again in the future.
LinkedIn User
Cyndy is a gem with many facets, and lots of fire! She finds out what needs to be done and does it. I value her unique ability to always make a positive difference. An eloquent, thoughtful thinker, Cyndy can be found in the thick of things as a leader and boundary spanner. For example, she led environmental outreach efforts in Philadelphia, speaking to hundreds of students about watersheds and natural resources, then created the nation's first bilingual stormdrain project in Philadelphia's Chinatown.
Tim Wong
I had the pleasure of working alongside with Cyndy in August 2015, as we co-organized a big annual conference for a professional non-profit organization that we both volunteer for. Our lives are in different timezones (she is in North Carolina, and I am in California), but I can attest that Cyndy is an excellent communicator. She can comfortably lead a team of volunteers, motivate the troops, and articulate her thoughts in a way that is both to-the-point as well as tactful. She always has a clear vision of what she wants, and (on numerous occasions) has demonstrated that she is willing to "pick up the slack" when other volunteers are not carrying their own weight. Her passion for social impact is an additional strength that gives her words even more power, because people know that she is championing for a cause which is outside of her self-interests. It was an honor working with Cyndy, and I look forward to working with her again in the future.
LinkedIn User
Cyndy is a gem with many facets, and lots of fire! She finds out what needs to be done and does it. I value her unique ability to always make a positive difference. An eloquent, thoughtful thinker, Cyndy can be found in the thick of things as a leader and boundary spanner. For example, she led environmental outreach efforts in Philadelphia, speaking to hundreds of students about watersheds and natural resources, then created the nation's first bilingual stormdrain project in Philadelphia's Chinatown.
Tim Wong
I had the pleasure of working alongside with Cyndy in August 2015, as we co-organized a big annual conference for a professional non-profit organization that we both volunteer for. Our lives are in different timezones (she is in North Carolina, and I am in California), but I can attest that Cyndy is an excellent communicator. She can comfortably lead a team of volunteers, motivate the troops, and articulate her thoughts in a way that is both to-the-point as well as tactful. She always has a clear vision of what she wants, and (on numerous occasions) has demonstrated that she is willing to "pick up the slack" when other volunteers are not carrying their own weight. Her passion for social impact is an additional strength that gives her words even more power, because people know that she is championing for a cause which is outside of her self-interests. It was an honor working with Cyndy, and I look forward to working with her again in the future.
LinkedIn User
Cyndy is a gem with many facets, and lots of fire! She finds out what needs to be done and does it. I value her unique ability to always make a positive difference. An eloquent, thoughtful thinker, Cyndy can be found in the thick of things as a leader and boundary spanner. For example, she led environmental outreach efforts in Philadelphia, speaking to hundreds of students about watersheds and natural resources, then created the nation's first bilingual stormdrain project in Philadelphia's Chinatown.
Credentials
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Nonprofit Essentials Certificate
NonprofitReadyApr, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Solutions (DEIS) Certificate
OHUBFeb, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
COVID-19 Contact Tracing
CourseraFeb, 2021- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Kramden Institute
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Director
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Jan 2022 - Present
I'm focused on scaling up computer recycling, volunteerism, and outreach so Kramden can promote digital inclusion for everyone in North Carolina and beyond. I'm focused on scaling up computer recycling, volunteerism, and outreach so Kramden can promote digital inclusion for everyone in North Carolina and beyond.
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National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP)
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Non-profit Organizations
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Executive Director
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Dec 2016 - Jan 2022
Served as first executive director of NAAAP to maximize programs, growth, and impact of a leadership organization for Asian American and Asian Canadian professionals. NAAAP is a community of 25+ chapters, 5000 members and 25,000 contacts in N. America, diversity-minded corporate employers, and other non-profit and academic partners. Focused on daily operations (fundraising, marketing, finance, and technology) and strategic planning with the Executive Team and Board. Planned 2 major events each year. As E.D. and an advocate, I posted about issues and incidents relating to culture, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, business and economics affecting Asians, and leadership, success, and excellence. My viewpoints were not wholly representative of the entire NAAAP organization, its members, or the Asian American community as a whole.NAAAP National programs: Leadership Convention @ www.leadershipconvention.orgWomen in NAAAP, ERG Leaders training, PRIDE, Self-Care and Wellness , NAAAP100 Awards @ www.naaap.orgMagazine of Leadership and Success @ www.ALIST-Magazine.comNational Leadership Academy
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Triangle's Best Karate
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Health, Wellness & Fitness
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Co-owner with Stephen Robinson, business manager, and instructor
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Sep 2004 - Jan 2022
Karate-do, literally translated as the "way of the empty hand' improves mental, spiritual, and physical fitness. Skills developed include self discipline, patience, respect for others, motivational speaking, parent relations, event management, and marketing and they translate into life and business skills --accountability, diversity and inclusion,, and mentorship. TBK teaches Japanese shotokan karate and Okinawan kobudo and prepares youth and adults for elite (national and international) competition. TBK was the local host of two AAU Karate National Championships in 2015 and 2017 at the Raleigh Convention Center, an enormous responsibility and honor.
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AECOM
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United States
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Civil Engineering
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700 & Above Employee
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Public Involvement Specialist/Environmental Scientist
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Mar 2010 - Sep 2020
AECOM is a global premier infrastructure consulting firm. As a Public Involvement Specialist/Public Affairs Specialist in Transportation, I worked to advance project management, public involvement, education and outreach in a variety of projects including City of Raleigh Greenhouse Gas Report and sustainability efforts, the Raleigh-Durham Airport Sustainability Management Plan, the former Durham-Orange Light Rail Transit (Our Transit Future) and Chapel Hill Transit. For 4 months apiece, I worked on NC Emergency Management's recovery efforts for Hurricane Matthew and Hurricane Florence. I also served for 9 years as the Co-Leader to make AECOM A Great Place to Work (GP2W), launched two rounds of a mentoring program for 16 pairs each round, and championed Corporate Social Responsibility.
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Self Employed
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Jan 2009 - Aug 2010
Promoting new or emerging concepts, programs, or organizations through strategic communication and credible and compelling messages. Specializing in environmentally and socially businesses, non-profits, initiatives, and anything other than product marketing. Promoting new or emerging concepts, programs, or organizations through strategic communication and credible and compelling messages. Specializing in environmentally and socially businesses, non-profits, initiatives, and anything other than product marketing.
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Project Director, Census 2010 Asian Pacific Islander outreach in N.C.
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Dec 2009 - Jul 2010
Finalizing grant funding from Asian American Justic Center to reach out to 175,000 Asians and Pacific Islanders living in North Carolina to "be counted" in Census 2010. Finalizing grant funding from Asian American Justic Center to reach out to 175,000 Asians and Pacific Islanders living in North Carolina to "be counted" in Census 2010.
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Lenovo
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China
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Corporate Social Responsibility Manager
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Mar 2008 - Mar 2009
+ As the global company’s first CSR manager, identified opportunities and risks in the company’s global operations and global supply chain that were appropriate for executive action and public discourse. + Responded to global inquiries about Lenovo China's partnerships and actions after the May 2008 earthquake in China.+ Served on the Marketing Team as Americas' green marketing lead. + Led the company’s climate change campaign and spearheaded the annual sustainability report update (GRI standards). +Led Lenovo’s NC Green Team which championed waste and energy reduction in company facilities.
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Communication Team Leader
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Sep 2002 - Mar 2008
17 years total with Federal EPA in public affairs and government relations, stationed in San Francisco, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, and Durham/Research Triangle Park. Last position, Dec. 2005 - March 2008, as Lead Public Affairs Officer for science communication in EPA's Office of Research and Development, National Exposure Research Laboratory. 17 years total with Federal EPA in public affairs and government relations, stationed in San Francisco, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, and Durham/Research Triangle Park. Last position, Dec. 2005 - March 2008, as Lead Public Affairs Officer for science communication in EPA's Office of Research and Development, National Exposure Research Laboratory.
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US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Congressional and State Liaison
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Sep 1995 - Jun 2002
As Congressional and State Liaison for the State of Pennsylvania, I served as the EPA’s regional lead on laws and regulations, funding, and legislation affecting Pennsylvania. I maintained working relationships with (at that time) 24 Congressional offices, state and local agencies, and business councils, and she attended or facilitated community meetings on Superfund, RCRA, and brownfields sites. I worked closely with EPA's Office of Public Affairs on news releases, press conferences, and briefings for Agency officials. For one year, I served as the Regional Administrator's Special Assistant, during an organizational audit.
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Public Water Program Manager
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Sep 1993 - Aug 1995
Oversaw program actions and evaluation of the State of Maryland's program implementing the Safe Drinking Water Act and related regulations. Conducted public education campaigns about safety of tap water / public water through community festivals, Drinking Water Week, and news articles.
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Presidential Management Intern
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Sep 1991 - Aug 1993
Two year paid internship for rapidly rising management professionals in Federal government. Rotations included Strategic Planning, U.S.-Mexico Border Environmental Team, California Groundwater Plannng, National Budget Division, and Office of International Activities. Received leadership training with the Western Regional Career Development group.
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Japan Karate Association
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United Kingdom
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1 - 100 Employee
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Student
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1985 - 1991
Pride in shotokan, love for all martial arts. + Trained at Stanford University and Japan Cultural Center of Northern California (Japantown, San Francisco, CA) under Kenichi Haramoto Sensei. + 1988: ShoDan (examiners included H. Nishiyama) + 1990: NiDan (examiners included H. Nishiyama) Pride in shotokan, love for all martial arts. + Trained at Stanford University and Japan Cultural Center of Northern California (Japantown, San Francisco, CA) under Kenichi Haramoto Sensei. + 1988: ShoDan (examiners included H. Nishiyama) + 1990: NiDan (examiners included H. Nishiyama)
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Education
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1983 - 1987
Stanford University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, human biology -
1989 - 1991
UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS)
MPIA, international relations, public policy -
1997 - 1999
University of Denver
International Careers Advancement Program (ICAP) -
1979 - 1983
Singapore American School
H.S. diploma, science, math, and foreign languages
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