Sondra Barbour, Executive-in-Residence at the Institute for Business and Information Technology (IBIT) at Temple University’s Fox School of Business, visited campus on November 10, 2026, to engage with students and share insights from her distinguished career in technology and business leadership.
During her visit, Barbour discussed the evolving technology landscape, including the rapid emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and its growing impact on businesses, industries, and the future workforce. She emphasized the importance of adapting to technological advancements, developing leadership skills, and preparing for new opportunities and challenges in an increasingly AI-driven world.
Barbour is the inaugural recipient of IBIT’s Information Technology Award for Distinguished Alumni, presented in 2005.
Her continued involvement with Temple reflects her commitment to connecting students with experienced industry leaders and supporting the next generation of technology and business professionals.
