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Lisa-Ann Barnes is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Information Systems and Supply Chain Management at the Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago, and also serves as an Adjunct Faculty member at Northwestern University's School of Professional Studies. She brings over 30 years of professional experience in project management and leadership development.
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Finance, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1987
- Master of Education in Learning Design & Leadership, with emphasis on Adult Learning Technology, 2022
Her research and professional interests focus on project management, team building, and leadership. She has designed more than ten project management courses and teaches both academic and corporate audiences. Her expertise bridges theoretical foundations and practical applications of project management across industries such as IT, finance, life sciences, and nonprofit sectors.
While no peer-reviewed journal articles are listed, her publications consist of influential textbooks that serve as core resources in project management education. These works reflect a strong trend in applied learning, instructional design, and practical project management frameworks.
Scientific Awards:
- Distinguished Teaching Award, Northwestern University School of Professional Studies, 2015-16
- Outstanding Service Award, CompTIA Project+ Advisory Committee, 2008
Lisa-Ann advises the Project Management Program at Northwestern University’s School of Professional Studies and has developed adaptable project management methodologies used across multiple industries. She has not received mention of research grants, but her professional work through BluePontoon (formerly IreeTec) demonstrates sustained impact in organizational training and coaching. She also contributes to curriculum development and certification standards through her service on the CompTIA Project+ Advisory Board and PMI Chicagoland Chapter.
She leads training and coaching programs for individuals and organizations, emphasizing relationship-focused project leadership and strategic execution. Her work integrates adult learning principles with real-world project delivery, making her a recognized thought leader in professional project management education.
