As the Chief Creative Officer & Senior Vice President of Events, Robert Krumbine oversees the continuous animation and marketing of Charlotte’s Center City. His role involves orchestrating a variety of annual programs and events such as the Vision Awards, State of the Center City, Rail Trail Fest, Holidays in the City, and Victoria Yards. Robert and his team also manage several long-standing Uptown events, contributing significantly to the vibrant atmosphere of the Center City. Additionally, he serves as the Executive Director of Charlotte ArtsFest, Inc., a subsidiary of Charlotte Center City Partners, producing notable events like the award-winning Novant Health Thanksgiving Eve Parade, CLT New Year’s Eve, and Charlotte SHOUT!, an annual arts festival.

Before joining CCCP, Robert produced Charlotte Center CityFest, a national music festival featuring 5 stages and 70 bands over 3 days, for ARK Management and worked as a Senior Entertainment Producer at Paramount Parks, Inc. There, he managed major events such as Titanic the Movie on Tour, the 1997 AAU Junior Olympic Games Opening Ceremonies, and Star Trek World Tour in Düsseldorf, Germany. He also played a key role in the opening of Star Trek: The Experience at the Las Vegas Hilton.

From 1990 to 1996, Robert ran his own company, Robert Krumbine Productions, Inc., creating and producing major public events including the original Speed Street, NCAA Final Four Street of Champions, and the grand openings of the Charlotte Convention Center and Bank of America Stadium. He collaborated with corporate clients to produce business theater, sales meetings, and product launches.

Robert holds a Bachelor of Music Merchandising degree from the University of Miami. He lives in Charlotte with his wife, two married sons, and two grandchildren. He has served on the ASC advisory board, the May 20th Society, and is a founding member and past President of the Greater Charlotte Chapter of ILEA (formerly ISES).