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Deborah R. Barnett, Ph.D.
Executive Director, Southern Illinois Now. A builder of people, programs, and organizations.
Deborah Barnett is a results-driven professional with over 25 years of varied experience in education and business. She is a visionary who is passionate about progress and results, valuing people above all. Barnett is a strategic thinker with a keen eye for simplifying and improving processes. She studied a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and Master of Science in Education in workforce education and development at Southern Illinois University, and has since held various roles in the university's administration, including serving as the Associate Director of the SIU Research Park and Director of Business Incubator Programs. Barnett has also been a lecturer and manager of the off-campus degree program, assistant dean of students, and coordinator of non-traditional student services. She has also worked as an independent contractor trainer, program developer, course manager, and administrator. Additionally, she is a former business owner of Barnett Electric, Inc., and Basket House Company. If you are someone who values progress and results, and seeks a professional with a strong background in education and business, you might find Deborah Barnett to be a valuable collaborator.
