Lindsay Robinson is the Chief Development Officer at UNSW Sydney, leading the university’s strategic fundraising activities, including the continuation of its inaugural philanthropic campaign.  

Robinson joined UNSW Sydney in early 2021 following nearly two decades of fundraising experience, most recently as Director of Development (Major and Planned Gifts) at The University of Sydney. In that role, Robinson made a significant contribution to the success of the university’s flagship campaign, INSPIRED, supporting her team to raise more than $100 million annually. While at The University of Sydney, Robinson also championed fundraising in support of STEM and business, and led the planned giving programme which generated around $300 million for the INSPIRED campaign. She also helped to secure significant philanthropic support for the university’s Chau Chak Wing Museum, as well as funds to establish a Chair in Architectural Design. 

Robinson graduated from Royal Academy of Music in 2001 and has since worked in the U.K. and Australia across the higher education, arts, and not-for-profit sectors. This includes organisations such as Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, and National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children in the U.K.