About Barbara MacKay,
founder of North Star Facilitators

“I love to guide groups. When I walk into a roomful of people called together for a special purpose, I am in awe of the “brain-power” in the room. I love the richness and uniqueness of every group with whom I work. I enjoy working with all types of organizations, helping them become focused on their mission and working collaboratively together. And, because of my roots, I will always have a special place in my heart to help organizations serving women, youth and minorities.”    - Barbara MacKay

Barbara MacKay, MS, founder and owner of North Star Facilitators, specializes in facilitation processes, training, and interactive motivational speaking. Barbara has over 25 years experience as a business owner, socio-economic consultant, federal government program manager and religious education director. She has a Master of Science in Resource Management. She speaks English, French and some Spanish.

Barbara combines gentleness and firmness, humor and compassion, fun and productive learning. She has an energetic style and clear delivery. Barbara is dedicated to her own and others' continuous professional and personal growth. She has facilitated over 1000 workshops to all sectors in Canada, the USA and in Mexico and worked with 100's of clients. Barbara resides in Portland, Oregon (Northwestern USA) and can work in both the USA and Canada.