Barbara O'Hearne

Jeffrey Byrne & Associates is pleased to announce that Barbara O’Hearne has joined our firm as a consultant.

An entrepreneur and experienced consultant for more than 30 years, Barbara is an expert in leadership development, board governance, organizational development and planning. She has worked with hundreds of faith-based organizations, associations and membership organizations throughout the United States, Canada and the Caribbean.

Prior to joining JB&A, Barbara served as a national consultant for the Association of Unity Churches International. She designed and facilitated a leadership institute for ministers to increase their capacity to create effective boards and administrative structures.

A former professor of education and psychology at Avila University, and a lecturer in sociology at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, Barbara received the Avila Medal of Honor for distinguished service.

Barbara is an active volunteer leader in the Kansas City community, service as an officer, founder, and/or board member of numerous organizations and civic commissions. Actively involved in Centurions, Barbara was one of 100 women selected to participate in the national Leadership America.