Alicia Barker is a dynamic, highly-regarded HR Executive and Certified Professional Coach. She brings 20 years of experience from a variety of fast-paced, competitive industries. She has served in leadership roles for publicly traded companies, independently-owned boutiques, and international advertising agencies.  Alicia has managed large teams and provided professional development and executive coaching to a wide variety of professionals. Her last corporate role was as the lead HR Executive of Human Resources for Hudson North America, a professional staffing company.  Alicia reported to the President and oversaw the HR Operations for 37 offices. 

Alicia was previously the owner of Act II, a privately-owned HR Consulting and executive coaching business.  Alicia is an active leader and fundraiser in her community.  Alicia has held board positions for The New Jersey Festival Orchestra, The Historic Preservation Commission, and the Westfield, NJ Board of Health.