Veronica Barber

Veronica Barber is a Lecturer and Assistant Chair in the Management Department at Bentley University. She holds a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) from St. John Fisher College, a Master’s in Health Services Management, and a Bachelor’s in Mathematics. Her career spans over 30 years in healthcare and aging services leadership roles, including Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President of Human Resources.

• Educational background: Ed.D., Master’s in Health Services Management, Bachelor’s in Mathematics
• Key certifications: International Coaching Federation (ICF) Certified Coach, Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Certified Coach, DISC Certified Assessor/Trainer

Barber’s research and practice focus on presence-based leadership, organizational culture assessment, and healthy organizational change. She integrates emotional intelligence and DISC methodologies into executive coaching and talent development strategies, working with clients nationwide as an organizational development consultant.

Her professional experience includes high-level positions in healthcare systems and assisted living industries, where she led strategic initiatives and human resource operations. She actively contributes to coach education and mentorship within the coaching community.