Cynthia Barron
About Cynthia Barron
Cynthia Barron serves as the Vice President of U.S. Social Impact at Sesame Workshop, where she leads programs aimed at supporting service providers and families in areas such as early learning and health. With a background in project management at New Line Cinema, she has extensive experience in addressing social issues and developing community outreach initiatives.
Work at Sesame Workshop
Cynthia Barron has served as Vice President of U.S. Social Impact at Sesame Workshop since 2001. In this role, she leads mission-driven programs that provide essential resources and support to service providers and families. Her focus areas include early learning, health, autism, and military families. Barron oversees initiatives that tackle complex social issues, such as childhood trauma, hunger, and parental incarceration, demonstrating a commitment to improving the lives of children and families.
Previous Experience at New Line Cinema
Before joining Sesame Workshop, Cynthia Barron worked at New Line Cinema as a Project Manager from 1999 to 2001. During her two years in this role, she gained valuable experience in project management within the entertainment industry, which contributed to her diverse skill set in multimedia production and strategic planning.
Expertise in Community Outreach Initiatives
Cynthia Barron possesses expertise in developing and deploying multi-platform, multi-phased community outreach initiatives. Her work involves creating programs that effectively engage communities and address various social challenges. This expertise is crucial in her current role, where she designs initiatives that align with Sesame Workshop's mission to support children and families.
Skill Set in Social Impact and Fundraising
Cynthia Barron has a diverse skill set that includes multimedia production, strategic planning, research, and fundraising across various sectors. This combination of skills enables her to effectively lead social impact initiatives and secure resources necessary for program development and implementation.