Robert M. Reinsel
Board Member
Where were you born?
I was born in Washington DC, at the Columbia Hospital for Women
Where did you grow up?
I grew up in the City of Fairfax, Virginia, where I lived from 1969 to 1993. My family and I returned to Fairfax City in 2006 and live in the Mosby Woods neighborhood.
Education
I hold a Bachelor of Science in Music from Radford University, Radford VA
Career Highlights
During my career I have earned a reputation as a leader in the fields of Information Technology and Telecommunications. I also have significant business consulting, and business analytics experience with public sector, higher education, and commercial clients across the US and in 172 other countries.
When did you join the HFCI Board?
I joined the Historic Fairfax City, Inc. board in December 2025
What HFCI activities have you participated in/enjoyed most?
I truly enjoy leading the Historic Fairfax Walking Tours that HFCI hosts. They are an opportunity to show people how interesting our Old Town is, and to share its history with them in a way that they may not have experienced before.
What other volunteer activities do you participate in?
I have served the Fairfax Community in Several roles over the years:
City of Fairfax School Board, 2014-2022
Spotlight On the Arts Board of Directors, Vice President, 2017 – 2024
Mosby Woods Community Association, President and Historian, 2011 – 2024
City of Fairfax Mayor’s Advisory Committee on housing, 2017-2018
City of Fairfax Parks and Recreation Advisory Board: Member, Appointed 2012-2018
City of Fairfax Steering Committee for the Parks and Recreation Strategic Master Plan: Member, Appointed
What interests you about the History of our community?
Fairfax has much to offer to those who are curious about its history. It has been home to many interesting and influential people due to its historic position as the county seat and the presence of the county court since 1800. Its proximity to Washington DC put it on the front lines during the early days of Civil War, and it holds great possibilities for the study of 20th century growth and suburbanization.
Why should citizens of the City of Fairfax become members of HFCI?
Everyone should consider becoming a member of HFCI because it returns value to the community in the form of historic preservation and local identity. Our historic downtown is a wonderful place to visit, and joining HFCI provides funds to help us keep it that way.