Barb is an accomplished community leader with more than 30 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, including 13 years as Director of Community Investment at ConocoPhillips. Her career has focused on strategic leadership, community development, corporate citizenship, and building meaningful partnerships between the corporate and charitable sectors.

Barb’s connection with The Educational Partnership Foundation (TEPF) spans more than two decades, first as a funder, then as a volunteer, board member, and Board Chair before becoming President & CEO in 2017.

Under her leadership, this Canadian registered charity has grown from serving Calgary and area to delivering educational programs across Alberta and beyond. Barb and her team conceived, created, and launched TEPF’s Trades Careers program in 2018, establishing an innovative pathway that connects young people with hands-on skilled trades exploration, industry mentors, and career opportunities. She continues to lead the expansion of TEPF’s Trades Careers and Literacy programs, increasing their reach and impact across Canada.

Barb holds Advanced Community Involvement and Corporate Citizenship and Volunteer Management certification from the Boston College Center for Corporate Citizenship and served for nine years on the Boston College Roundtable, providing valuable insight into North American corporate citizenship and community investment best practices.