Let's Work Together!
Hi, I'm Barbi! I design and facilitate professional development programs for educators who want to engage students and improve learning.
A brief background . . .
Before I launched my educational consulting business, I served in every position (from intern to director!) in a teaching center at a large research university and directed professional development programs in a graduate school. I also held an adjunct professor position and taught undergraduate and graduate courses.
In 2011, I wanted to take the next step in my career, so I hit the stage and started speaking professionally.
Fast forward to today . . .
I have had the opportunity to travel throughout the U.S. working with professors and educators from every type of college and university.
I have been an invited keynote speaker and facilitator for 3,500+ events for 25,000+ educators from around the world representing nearly every academic discipline and profession within industry, education, government, and nonprofit settings. These include local, state, national, and international conferences in higher education. I have also published several scholarly articles and seven books including Flipping the College Classroom: Practical Advice for Faculty*
Now, as a speaker, consultant, author, and podcaster, I design and facilitate online professional development programs, host the Lecture Breakers podcast, and lead the Lecture Breakers Virtual Summer Conference.
It's been 22 years, and I still enjoy bringing educators together to share ideas, support each other, and talk about teaching in higher education. Faculty success leads to student success. Faculty who feel supported, valued, and motivated lead to students who feel supported, valued, and motivated. That's how we change the world.
I'm so glad you are here, and I look forward to connecting with you and working with you and your colleagues!
10 FUN FACTS ABOUT ME . . .
5. I LOVE 80's pop culture, music, TV shows, and movies.
6. I have visited 39 states (and counting...) across the United States.
7. My family and I love to travel, hike, and visit parks. One of our most memorable trips was driving the entire length of the Pacific Coast Highway (aka Hwy 1) in California (from the redwoods to Disneyland!).
10. My favorite holiday is Halloween.