Robin Wetherill
About Robin Wetherill
Robin Wetherill serves as the Director of Membership & External Relations at Providence Athenaeum, where he has worked since 2018. He has a background in English Literature and Classical Studies from Oxford University and Tufts University, and he has led various initiatives to enhance the institution's outreach and fundraising efforts.
Work at Providence Athenaeum
Robin Wetherill has held multiple roles at Providence Athenaeum since 2013. Currently, she serves as the Director of Membership & External Relations, a position she has held since 2018. Prior to this, she worked as the Communications Manager from 2015 and has been instrumental in various initiatives. She spearheads the annual winter fundraiser, which raises over $25,000 each year. Wetherill also directed a complete institutional rebrand in 2015, which included updates to print materials, e-communications, the website, and merchandise. In 2022, she developed and implemented a new Visitor Center and self-guided tour program, projected to generate over $100,000 annually.
Education and Expertise
Robin Wetherill studied at Tufts University from 2007 to 2011, where she earned a BA in English and Classical Studies. She also attended Oxford University, Pembroke College, for 11 months in 2009, focusing on English Literature. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her roles in marketing and communications, particularly in the cultural and nonprofit sectors.
Background
Before joining Providence Athenaeum, Robin Wetherill worked at Tufts University as a Writing Fellow from 2008 to 2011. She also served as a Copy Editor for the Tufts University Daily Newspaper for three months in 2008. Her experience in academic environments has contributed to her skills in communication and development within nonprofit organizations.
Achievements
Robin Wetherill has led significant projects at Providence Athenaeum, including the establishment of the Landscape Master Planning Committee, where she serves as Chair. This committee focuses on preserving and restoring the Athenæum’s historic building. Additionally, her efforts in fundraising and program development have resulted in substantial financial contributions to the organization.