Robyn McKenzie brings a strong background in education, community involvement, volunteer leadership, and organizational development. With a deep interest in local history, public education, tourism, and heritage preservation, she is dedicated to promoting the significance of the 1967 Shag Harbour UFO Incident and its lasting impact on the region. Through her work with the Shag Harbour UFO Incident Society, Robyn has gained extensive experience in nonprofit operations, community engagement, museum activities and event development.
Robyn’s professional strengths include leadership, strategic planning, organizational development, and effective communication. She has experience in public relations, community outreach, event planning, volunteer coordination, and nonprofit governance. Her skills in research, information gathering, funding and grant opportunity exploration, and relationship building contribute to the Society’s ongoing growth and success.
Known for her initiative, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, Robyn is a strong advocate for transparency, accountability, inclusion, and responsible governance. She is committed to identifying opportunities for improvement, strengthening organizational effectiveness, and fostering meaningful collaboration among volunteers, members, partners and community stakeholders.
Her contributions to the Society have included supporting the operation and development of the Shag Harbour Incident Centre, promoting awareness of the Shag Harbour UFO Incident and its historical significance, researching funding opportunities and tourism initiatives, developing community partnerships, and helping plan UFO XPOs and major anniversary events. She has also played an active role in advancing policies, governance practices and long-term sustainability strategies for the organization.
As Vice-President of the Shag Harbour UFO Incident Society, Robyn works closely with the Board of Directors to provide leadership, strategic direction, and responsible oversight. She is committed to strengthening the Society’s organizational structure, increasing public awareness, expanding tourism and educational partnerships, and developing sustainable opportunities that support long-term growth. Above all, she is passionate about ensuring that the story and historical significance of the October 4, 1967 Shag Harbour UFO Incident are preserved, celebrated and shared with future generations.