Prestigious Women in Business award honors Barbarin for outstanding contributions to North Texas business
Arlington – LaSharndra “Sharn” Barbarin, CEO of Medical City Arlington was honored by the Dallas Business Journal on August 25 as one of 25 Women in Business Awards recipients.
Now in its 15th year, the Women in Business Awards program highlights decision-makers across DFW who have shaped the business community. The prestigious award is given to 25 women who go above and beyond in the business and community sectors. Trailblazers across a variety of industries, including key executives and C-suite leaders at some of the nation’s and region's largest and fastest-growing organizations were highlighted for their achievements in the workplace and beyond.
Known for her servant leadership and community commitment, Barbarin is highly regarded by the area’s business community for her inspiring leadership style, strategic thinking, drive for results, passion for people and ability to select and develop leadership talent.
When asked about the best advice she would share with other up-and-coming female leaders, Barbarin offers this advice: “Tap into your authenticity early. Identify both mentors and sponsors within your industry and don’t restrict yourself to only female mentors/sponsors.”
Barbarin was promoted to chief executive officer at Medical City Arlington after seven years as CEO at Medical City Lewisville. She was recognized in 2020 by the Dallas Business Journal as an outstanding minority business leader and serves on the board of directors for the DFW Hospital Council, the Medical City Healthcare and HCA Healthcare Diversity and Inclusion Councils, and numerous community organizations.
On Aug. 25, the Dallas Business Journal honored its 2022 Women in Business Awards cohort. Read the Dallas Business Journal article on Sharn Barbarin.