Of the original five ladies depicted in our book, Five Ladies and a Forklift, Barb Clemons would be the one that you can find actually operating the forklift. As Director of Product Development, Barb has dedicated the last 12 years to the strong and steady growth of Cribs for Kids. With her impeccable eye for detail and practical nature, Barb has implemented processes and procedures that keep our operations end running like a well-oiled machine. Barb is described by her co-workers as dedicated, creative and always positive. Barb was responsible for laying out the blueprint for the growth of the organization. She encouraged us to take “baby steps” and to always mind our mission. During that first year, we provided 4,100 cribs to babies nationwide and we thought that was just an amazing accomplishment. Today, Cribs for Kids has distributed over 500,000 safe sleeping environments to babies in need throughout the country. Thanks to Barb’s advice, we have never allowed our mission to suffer while expanding into the fantastic organization we are today.
What is the best thing about your job?
Contributing to the growth of Cribs for Kids
What’s the best single day on the calendar?
Sunday
What’s the farthest you’ve ever been from home?
China
What always cheers you up when you think about it?
Puppies
What would you name your boat if you had one?
Lucy
Barb, Tom Diecks, and Judy Bannon exploring China
What could you give a 40-minute presentation on with absolutely no preparation?
Renovating a house
What’s something you’ve been meaning to try but just haven’t gotten around to it yet?
I want to learn how to make wine!
What are three interesting facts about you?
I’m artistic, I love to find treasures in out of the way places and I love decorating for the holidays, especially Christmas
Barb decorating the office for Christmas with Eileen Carlins and Judy Bannon
What are some of your personal “rules” that you never break?
Don’t lie, treat others fairly and always say THANK YOU.
Among your friends or family, what are you famous for?
Always being there
What was one of the most interesting concerts you’ve been to?
Earth Wind and Fire
Barb with Tom Diecks and Judy Bannon in Beijing, China
If you could have an all-expenses-paid trip to see any famous world monument, which monument would you choose?
The Pyramids
What kinds of things do you like to cook or are good at cooking?
BBQ…..Bourbon Ribs
What have you created that you are most proud of?
My son Brian, of course
Barb with her son Brian
I love this glimpse of Barb. Great job Kelly! Amy