Barbara completed her masters in Humanistic Psychology with a focus in adult development and her doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a focus in human potential and leadership. She is also certified in meditation instruction, stress management, and Interactive Guided Imagery, a process of creating change through visualization and focused attention. She continues her training and personal development on a regular basis to stay current with local and global trends as well as staying on top of her own game. As a result, she remains a thought leader in the areas of personal development, leadership, and cross-generational communication.

She is passionate about supporting women in leadership. "Today's global environment requires that we work together for the betterment of all. Women naturally bring skills to the table that are required for the communication and collaboration necessary for effective growth and development on the current global playing field. Life serves up many changes, opportunities, and challenges. My goal is to help and inspire women to face them with courage, passion, grace, and wisdom."

Dr. Mark is the president of the San Francisco Bay Area Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (2007-2010) and is a WBENC certified woman business owner. She is the past-president of the International Association of Coaching, one of the two certifying organizations for the coaching profession. During her tenure, Barbara spearheaded the IAC's development of their globally based certification criteria. She also served as president of SFCoaches, the local chapter of the International Coach Federation; the president of Imagery International, and has served on the boards of several other non-profit organizations.

Barbara Mark, Ph.D. is the winner of the 2010
History Makers, Power Women of the Bay Award