Robyn Davis is SITE’s 2024 Member of the Year because her outstanding dedication, leadership, and passion have made a lasting impact on our community.
Whether through volunteer work, innovative ideas, or consistent support of our mission, Robyn exemplifies what it means to be an engaged and inspiring member.
In this interview, we learn more about Robyn’s motivation behind her involvement.
Q: What does being named Member of the Year mean to you?
A: Being named SITE Member of the Year is one of the most meaningful honors of my career. It represents so much more than recognition for service — it reflects the deep support, love, and strength I’ve discovered within this incredible community.
SITE has truly become a second family to me. When my own family experienced a recent tragedy, it was my SITE Southeast family who surrounded us with compassion — through phone calls, thoughtful gifts, heartfelt visits, and unwavering emotional support. Their kindness was genuine, and their presence was powerful.
This award is not just a celebration of what I’ve contributed to SITE, but a testament to everything SITE has given back to me. I’ve always been a behind-the-scenes person — someone who got things done.
SITE brought me out from the shadows and put me on a stage, somewhere I never thought I would be. Leading the SITE Southeast Chapter — the 2024 Chapter of the Year — was such an honor. It showed me that stepping into leadership doesn’t mean stepping away from who you are; it means allowing yourself to grow into something even greater, surrounded by people who believe in you.
Q: What motivates you to stay active and engaged in our community?
A: My motivation comes from the genuine connections and shared passion that exist within SITE. We’re not just event professionals — we’re champions of experiences, of each other, and of resilience.
The personal relationships I’ve formed with suppliers through SITE have allowed me to do business with people I truly trust — people I can call on directly to ensure my clients receive the best service possible. My clients are always so impressed when I say, “Let me pick up the phone — I’ve got just the person for this.”
When challenges pop up, my SITE friends have helped me shine with creative, timely solutions that benefit my clients and elevate the experience.
In 2024, we adopted the theme “Uniquely Different” for SITE Southeast, and it was amazing to see how our chapter embraced that — not just in the creative, bold, and unexpected themes, décor, and locations we experienced together, but in the way we celebrated the uniqueness in every single person in the room. That spirit is what motivates me to stay engaged. It’s not just about events — it’s about people.
Q: How has being part of SITE impacted your personal or professional growth?
A: SITE has shaped me into a stronger leader and a more empathetic professional. It’s challenged me to think globally, collaborate generously, and lead with authenticity.
Personally, SITE helped me rediscover my strength when I needed it most. The mentorship, the friendships, and the professional opportunities have all played a role in my growth — but the human connection is what has left the biggest mark. I’ve grown not only because of what I’ve learned here, but because of who I’ve had by my side.
Professionally, it’s allowed me to elevate the level of service I offer my clients by building a trusted network I can call on at a moment’s notice.
Q: What advice would you give to someone who’s just getting involved with SITE?
A: Lean in. This isn’t just a network — it’s a family. Say yes to opportunities, ask questions, show up for others, and don’t be afraid to be yourself. You’ll find mentors, collaborators, and lifelong friends.
And when life gets hard — and it will — this community will rally around you in ways that words can’t quite capture. Give what you can, when you can, and you’ll be amazed by what you receive in return.
Don’t be afraid to take the stage, even if you’ve always been more comfortable behind the scenes. SITE sees your potential—often before you see it yourself. And in this community, being “uniquely different” isn’t just accepted — it’s celebrated.
