Robbie Banks

Robbie Banks serves as the Director of Community Impact at the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA), where responsibilities include leading community engagement strategies and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders. Robbie also holds a trustee position at I Know I Can, supporting college access initiatives in Columbus. As a freelance make-up artist with 27 years of experience, Robbie specializes in airbrush foundation services. Previous roles include Program Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the Columbus Partnership, Director of Visitor Experience at Experience Columbus, and various leadership positions at Leadership Columbus and the Columbus Chamber. Robbie's educational background includes a Master of Science in Marketing and Communication from Franklin University and Community Leadership Practitioner training.