Amanda Barna, Principal and Co-Founder
Amanda has over twenty years of experience in quantitative and qualitative research. Amanda holds a master’s degree in Urban Studies and an undergraduate degree in sociology from The University of Akron and is a member of the American Association of Public Opinion Research (AAPOR). She is a past board member for Akron Torchbearers, past Board Chair of Goodwill Industries Akron, and member of Class 37 of Leadership Akron. Amanda is a 2011 Recipient of the Greater Akron Chamber’s 30 for the Future Award as well as a 2014 recipient of a Distinguished Sales and Marketing Award.
When not at work, you can find Amanda...
Running on a trail or through her neighborhood or watching one of her three boys at a sporting event. In her down time, Amanda enjoys listening to books, playing with her two dogs or visiting with her many nieces and nephews.
How Amanda's favorite place:
The beach or anywhere outdoors
One of Amanda's favorite quotes:
Do something today that your future self will thank you for — Sean Patrick Flanery
Professional Affiliations:
- Spotlight Stark County (Alumni)
- 2013 Class of Akron Torchbearers, Past Board Member
- 2013 Class of Akron Torchbearers, Past Board Member
- Goodwill Industries of Akron, Past Board Chair, current board member
- University of Akron College of Arts and Sciences Alumni Advisory Council President
- Canal Fulton Safety Town, Assistant Director