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 july 2009 VCF reached a major milestone when it funded its 1,000th 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.

Pham Thi Kim Phuong
Volunteer, Heartbeat Vietnam

Phuong is a recent graduate from Industry and Trade College, having majored in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing and Public Relations.  She is currently studying at the University of Economics.  She enjoys visiting the Heartbeat Vietnam children in the hospital, especially after surgery, because she can see directly how VCF is helping them.  Volunteering at VCF also allows Phuong to meet new friends as well as improve her English writing, speaking, reading, and listening skills.