Disrupting the Norm, Engineering Success
From public housing to legal academia, Cynthia Barnes has forged an extraordinary path defined by unwavering resilience and transformative advocacy. Her journey—rising from childhood poverty to becoming a multifaceted professional—isn’t just a success story; it’s a masterclass in turning adversity into opportunity.
As Reference Librarian and Assistant Professor of Law Library at Barry University School of Law, Cynthia doesn’t just educate tomorrow’s legal professionals—she empowers them with both analytical rigor and compassionate leadership. Her impressive academic credentials—a Juris Doctor from Florida Coastal School of Law, Master of Science in Information from Florida State University, and Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from Gannon University—are complemented by her Six Sigma Master Black Belt certification, reflecting her commitment to excellence in every endeavor.
Cynthia’s professional journey spans transformative roles at General Electric, YKK Inc., Gulfstream Aerospace, Goodwill Industries, and Gulfcoast Legal Services. Yet, her most profound impact comes through her pro bono legal assistance to human trafficking survivors and her groundbreaking ADVOCACY Framework©, which equips pro-se litigants with tools for effective self-representation.
Beyond professional achievements, Cynthia’s authorship transforms personal challenges into universal lessons of growth and self-advocacy. Her leadership extends through board service with Goodwill Global, Goodwill Industries International, Manna Global Enterprise, Institute of Whole Life Healing, and Goodwill Industries of the Coastal Empire—each role reflecting her commitment to creating systemic change.
When asked about her future, Cynthia’s eyes spark with purpose: “Working to disrupt the historical patterns of injustice.” This vision perfectly captures her essence—a woman who doesn’t just navigate systems but reimagines them, who doesn’t just overcome obstacles but transforms them into steppingstones for others. Cynthia Barnes doesn’t simply inspire through her journey from poverty to professional excellence; she creates blueprints for others to engineer their own paths to success with confidence and unwavering purpose.
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