Barney welcomes Catherine Ribeiro as the new Director of Career Planning and Development, bringing extensive experience in communications, government, business and entrepreneurship to her role supporting student career success.
Ribeiro has worked in both the federal government and private industry. She also previously served with the University of Hartford’s Entrepreneurial Center and Women’s Business Center, where she helped female- and minority-owned businesses launch and grow throughout Greater Hartford.
She holds two bachelor’s degrees from Penn State University and a master’s degree from the London School of Economics. Through her diverse professional background, Ribeiro brings a broad perspective to career development and helping students prepare for meaningful professional opportunities.