Wendy Robbins is a seasoned entrepreneur, speaker, and business strategist with more than 30 years of experience in media, public relations, marketing, and financial services. She is the founder of Affari Worldwide, a global full-service marketing and advertising agency headquartered in Tampa, Florida, and also runs Dandelion Publishing, an independent publishing house dedicated to positive, purpose-driven content. Wendy further supports entrepreneurial growth through her boutique financial services firm and real estate investments, offering a holistic approach to building wealth, visibility, and long-term impact.

 

A U.S. Army veteran and former broadcast journalist, Wendy began her career as a Public Affairs Specialist and was the only female to graduate from her Advanced Individual Training class at the prestigious Defense Information School (DINFOS), earning the Honor Graduate distinction. She received both the Joint Service Commendation Medal and a Keith L. Ware Award for Excellence in Broadcasting during her service. Her civilian career spans work with iconic media brands including Clear Channel Communications, ESPN, and MTV—laying the foundation for her innovative approach to marketing and brand development.

 

Wendy has spoken on stages around the world to audiences from a handful to more than 6,000, and was once honored in front of over 25,000 people. Her talks focus on entrepreneurship, branding, leadership, marketing strategy, and personal growth. Known for her bold ideas and compassionate leadership, she’s broken barriers in every industry she’s entered—including becoming the only woman in Florida to reach the rank of Senior Marketing Director at a major financial firm (at the time), achieving the milestone in just seven months.

 

Today, she is part of the founding team behind Palm TV, an exciting new streaming network set to launch in 2025, offering engaging, viewer-friendly content for a multi-generational audience. This venture ties seamlessly into her mission to amplify voices, build legacy brands, and provide platforms where purpose-driven entrepreneurs can thrive.

 

Whether she’s on stage, in the boardroom, or behind the scenes of a major campaign, Wendy Robbins is committed to turning big visions into measurable results. Her diverse expertise and entrepreneurial ecosystem give clients the tools they need to grow their brand, protect their assets, and scale with intention.

In her free time, you might find her on stage in a local community theater production or producing short films for the 48 Hour Film Project, where she proudly served as the Tampa-St. Petersburg City Producer for many years—connecting creativity with global recognition through the Cannes Film Festival.

 

Wendy Robbins is more than a strategist—she’s a catalyst for legacy-building success.