Type Of Business:
Travel Consulting and Immunizing Center
Marketing Area:
International
Expertise:
Ms. Barker's expertise is in consulting clients on traveling risks including safety and medical aspects.
Major Product/SVS:
Travel Consultation, Vaccinations for Travel Wellness and Benefit
Favorite Business Publication:
The Economist; Daily Mail
Hobbies/Sports:
Traveling, Exercising, Caring for her Dogs, Socializing
Education Degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Affiliations Awards:
American Nurses Association; The International Society of Travel Medicine
Place of Birth:
Listowel, Ireland
Country of Origin:
Ireland
Date of Distinction:
1/21/2008
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Ms. Barker's combined work experience as a senior executive support and nursing separates her from her peers.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Ms. Barker's greatest career achievement was establishing her company.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
Ms. Barker would like to prevent malaria by conducting awareness programs.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
Ms. Barker would like to have lunch with Dr. Marius Barnard because of his brilliant invention of critical illness insurance.
Highlight of career?:
The most gratifying aspect of her career is establishing one of the largest independent business of its type in her state.
Number Of Years In Profession:
15
Number Of Years In Current Position:
2
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her customer service skills and her ability to leverage her knowledge to her clients' needs.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
She became involved in her profession because of her desire to ensure her clients' travel wellness with appropriate attention.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Managing Business Operations, Supervising Staff
Education Certifications:
Registered Nurse; Certified Provider of Yellow Fever Vaccine
Awards/Honors:
Nurse of the Year Award, The Boston Globe