In early 2024, Barb began a new venture as Principal of Barbara H Bennett Consulting, LLC bringing value to the community with extensive education, experience, and network relationships. Previously, Barb was the VP of Education/Workforce at the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce, bringing business and education together to build talent pipeline systems in Stark County. Prior to this position Barb spent 28 years helping to run her family’s private engineering consulting business and 4 years with a government agency. Current boards she serves on include the Aultman Health Foundation, the Pro Football Hall of Fame, SEDB, Walsh University Advisory Council, the Stream + Wetlands Foundation and the BBB Foundation. She and her fellow engineer husband reside in North Canton with their two college age children.