Robin Marquez is a respected community leader, entrepreneur, and advocate whose work continues to make a meaningful impact throughout St. Tammany Parish and beyond. Known for her compassion, creativity, and ability to bring people together, Robin has dedicated her life to service, leadership, and strengthening the communities she loves.
Professionally, Robin serves as a Project Manager with ECO Builders, Inc., a family- and veteran-owned construction company recognized for excellence in residential and commercial construction. Under her leadership and commitment to integrity, ECO Builders has been voted Best Contractor/Builder for five consecutive years. Robin plays a vital role in project coordination, client relations, and community engagement, helping guide projects that contribute to economic growth, recovery, and long-term community resilience.
Robin’s passion for service extends far beyond her professional career. She is a driving force behind Notes for Education Northshore, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting music education through instrument donations, scholarships, and community-centered events. Through initiatives such as Twilight Symphony and other large-scale arts programs, Robin has helped expand access to the arts while fostering unity, creativity, and opportunity across the Northshore.
She also serves as the lead organizer for the Hometown Heroes banner program, an initiative that honors local veterans and active-duty service members by publicly recognizing their service. Through this program, Robin ensures that the sacrifices of these individuals and their families are acknowledged, celebrated, and preserved within the fabric of the community.
In moments of hardship and uncertainty, Robin has been the driving force behind Cards of Compassion SOS, a grassroots outreach initiative she co-founded to deliver words of encouragement to individuals and communities facing crisis. From natural disasters to personal loss, Robin has coordinated the creation and distribution of thousands of handwritten cards, offering comfort, hope, and a reminder that no one is alone. For this selfless and behind-the-scenes work, Robin was honored as a NOLA.com Unsung Hero, recognizing her quiet yet powerful impact on countless lives.
Creatively, Robin is the owner of Creative Designs with Robin, a successful art and event business that brings people together through custom artwork, paint parties, and collaborative experiences with local venues. She is also a co-founder of Steel Mimosas, a women-focused social initiative created to foster connection, encouragement, and empowerment through shared experiences.
In recognition of her ongoing service and leadership, Robin was nominated and elected as Queen Samaritan LXXV for the 2026 year through the Slidell Women’s Civic Club. This honor reflects her longstanding commitment to philanthropy, volunteerism, and uplifting others throughout the community.
At her core, Robin is a woman who leads with heart. Guided by her personal motto, “Let your smile be your style,” she exemplifies leadership rooted in kindness, resilience, and action. Her unwavering dedication to service, creativity, and community makes her a truly deserving nominee for the Women’s Choice Award 2026, presented by the Professional Women of St. Tammany.