These are just a handful of the remarkable stories I've collected over my years as an advancement consultant to independent schools. For a full list of schools I've worked with, click here.
"Barbara is a thoughtful and strategic facilitator. Her training helped our board understand its role in fostering meaningful relationships that cultivate vital connections crucial for our school's growth and success."Yukiko Meadows, Director of Advancement
Burkes’ School in San Francisco, CA
Darcy Campbell, School Director"Barbara's expertise, insight, and ability to read what our school needs to move forward with our strategic plan... was beyond helpful. It was illuminating and spot-on at every turn."
Cypress School in San Francisco, CA
"Patient, thorough and wise, [Barbara] helped us to identify opportunities within our current structure and system that will help us to better engage with our supporters and ultimately improve the experiences of donor and staff alike."Than Healy, Head of School
Menlo School in Atherton, CA
Betsy Berman, Chief Advancement Officer"In addition to being warm, engaging, and smart, Barbara has the unique ability to hone in on the most salient details of complex issues and provide guidance that is relevant and practical."
Crystal Springs Uplands School in San Francisco, CA
Andrew Slater, Head of School"An amazing strategist, Barbara's ability to synthesize and weigh the oftentimes competing factors when helping us plan for the largest campaign in our school's history is unmatched."
Marin Primary and Middle School in Marin County, CA
Brad Weaver, Head of School"Barbara’s professionalism is impeccable and her insights are invaluable."
Sonoma Country Day School in Santa Rosa, CA
Matt Allio, Head of School"We couldn't be happier - and most importantly, more strategic, productive, and confident - resulting from the work of Barbara Barron."
Trinity School in Menlo Park, CA
"From the beginning of our last campaign to its successful completion, Barbara provided hands-on support every step of the way.Resham Bharwani, Director of Development and Communications
The Carey School in San Mateo, CA
Sandra Luna, Head of School"I look forward to continuing to call on her expertise and highly recommend Barbara as a consummate advancement consultant."
Julia Morgan School for Girls in Oakland, CA
Mark Rosenblum, Head of School"Her turn-around time on the report and her overall availability and professionalism before, during, and after the audit far exceeded expectations."
San Diego French-American School in La Jolla, CA
