Accomplished and dedicated with a diverse range of experiences and roles, Sharon Barnes has made significant contributions in various fields and has been recognized for her achievements.
Public Service:
Involved in public service for over 36 years, served as a city councilmember and later as mayor pro-temp in the City of Lake Jackson, Texas.
Appointed by former Governor George W. Bush, Barnes served on the District Review Committee #1 for the Texas Medical Board receiving re-appointments from former Governor Rick Perry and Governor Greg Abbott; has served the State of Texas for 25 years
Serves as a Board Member on the Texas Medical Board with appointments to the Finance and the Disciplinary Process and Review Committees.
Education and Notable Accomplishments:
A graduate of Baylor University and the University of Phoenix; holds a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry; earned advanced degrees including a Master of Business Administration in Human Resource Management and a Doctorate in Business Administration
Named a "Martin Luther King Drum Major Award” by the Martin Luther King Celebration Committee of Brazoria County Texas in 2016
Holds a United States Patent for the Process and Apparatus for Contactless Measurement of a Sample using Infrared Thermography, US Patent number: 4988211
Professional and Civic Affiliations:
Served as the National Secretary for the National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE)
Named to the Board of Directors for the following entities:
Professional Achievements:
Having a strong background in science, held various STEM positions as a Clinical Laboratory Supervisor, Environmental Technologist, Environmental & Analytical Chemist, and as an Associate Human Resources Director for The Dow Chemical Company
Received recognition as an “Inventor of the Year” in 1991 and was awarded Dow's Martin Luther King Community Service Award
Held the position of VP/Chief Human Resources and Inclusion Officer for the San Jose Clinics in Houston and Rosenberg
Currently, serves as the EVP/Chief Human Resources Officer for the Stephen F Austin Community Health Network based in the Greater Houston area
