Natasha Slater: "I want to build a world where kindness is influence" Interview with the founder of The Robin

In a world where luxury is no longer measured by possession but by the quality of human connections, Natasha Slater has created The Robin, a project that redefines the very meaning of exclusivity. After years spent building bridges between creativity, fashion, and culture, Slater has founded an elite community that celebrates the authenticity of human relationships. The Robin is neither a venue nor an address: it’s both a mental and physical space where affinities, experiences, and values meet naturally. Like the robin it’s named after, a symbol of freedom and renewal, The Robin brings together independent yet like-minded individuals, offering them experiences curated with grace and intention. We spoke with Natasha Slater herself to understand how this new idea of luxury was born.

Interview with Natasha Slater, founder of The Robin

Natasha, how would you describe your personal and professional journey leading up to the creation of The Robin?

My journey has always been about people. From nightlife to PR, from fashion to art, I have built my career around creating moments that connect. I started out throwing parties where worlds collided, then built a communications agency connecting brands and culture. The Robin was born from that same instinct, but evolved. It is no longer about crowds, it is about curation. It is about the right people, in the right room, at the right moment.

The Robin is neither a venue nor a traditional brand. How would you define its essence in just a few words?

A movement of connection. The Robin is not a place, it is access. A global ecosystem where introductions lead to impact.

What does “social curation” mean to you, and how do you apply it when selecting events and members?

Social curation is an art form. It is about designing human chemistry, knowing who belongs together before they meet. Every dinner, every gathering, every member is chosen for what they bring to the table: creativity, generosity, curiosity. It is about crafting atmospheres where relationships grow naturally, not networking for show.

Was there a particular moment in your life that shaped your vision of “authentic connection”?

Yes. When I got sober over a decade ago, I had to rebuild my life from scratch. Suddenly, every connection had to be real. I learned the difference between being seen and being truly understood. Those six years of sobriety taught me resilience, clarity, and depth lessons that still guide me today. Although I am no longer sober, that period completely reshaped my relationship with myself and with others. The Robin was born from that truth, that real connection has the power to change your life.

How do you manage to balance your private life with the intense rhythm of your career?

I do not believe in balance, I believe in integration. My work is an extension of who I am,  it is about people, discovery, beauty. I make time for quiet mornings, for my son, for movement and reflection. But everything feeds into the same purpose: to live consciously, connected, and curious.

How have your family and personal experiences influenced the values that now guide The Robin?

Family taught me resilience and empathy. My son taught me curiosity and the importance of constant reinvention. My own journey through nightlife, motherhood, and entrepreneurship showed me that connection is the only real luxury. Those values humanity, integrity, curiosity are the foundation of The Robin.

What kind of emotional or spiritual education inspired you to place human connection at the center of your work?

Therapy, spirituality, and deep self work. I have studied meditation, psychology, and manifestation not as trends, but as ways to understand human behavior. I am fascinated by why we connect and what makes us feel seen. I wanted to build something that makes people feel that in a world that often does not.

In a world where everything is accessible, why do you think authentic connection has become a form of luxury?

Because it cannot be bought or downloaded. True connection requires time, presence, and trust things that have become rare. We live in a world of access, but very little intimacy. The Robin is a luxury because it gives people what they cannot find anywhere else: meaning, belonging, and emotional intelligence in their social life.

How do you balance exclusivity and openness, belonging and diversity?

By curating intention, not status. The Robin is not about who you know, it is about who you are. We bring together founders, artists, investors, and designers people from different worlds who share the same mindset. Diversity of thought is what makes connection interesting, and exclusivity is simply the quality filter that keeps it meaningful.

What is your vision for the future of The Robin as an international community?

To redefine modern belonging. I see The Robin in every cultural capital Milan, Paris, New York, Dubai, London, Los Angeles and Miami connecting a new generation of global citizens who want more depth in how they live, love, and do business. It is not about scale, it is about legacy. I want to build a world where connection is currency and kindness is influence.