The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University proudly welcomes Lynda Jackson, an England-based communications expert, as its Fall 2025 J. Robert Young Executive-in-Residence. Jackson is a distinguished communications specialist and strategist, organizational psychologist, global speechwriter, and public speaking coach. She brings a wealth of global experience to her clients and has advised presidents, prime ministers, and Fortune 500 executives.
“I love working with others and helping people of all ages gain confidence as communicators and leaders,” said Jackson. “I am honored and excited to work with Barton School students, faculty, staff, and the local community as the newest Executive-in-Residence.”
In this role, Jackson will engage students through mentoring and networking sessions, while also collaborating with the Barton School’s leadership team and faculty throughout the semester. Her residency will culminate in a public keynote address as part of the James Schwartz Distinguished Speaker Series during the Fall 2025 semester titled: “Leading with Impact: The Power of Communication to Connect, Inspire, and Transform”. This dynamic presentation will explore the power of effective communication in leadership—highlighting strategies for driving change, inspiring teams, and leading with purpose. The keynote will take place on October 29th, 2025, at 9:30 AM. in Boettger Auditorium, Woolsey Hall. RSVP here.
“Lynda has an extraordinary ability to understand and engage people in powerful, meaningful ways,” said Dr. Larisa Genin, Dean of the Barton School. “Great communicators deliver transformational insights that spark change and leave their audiences feeling seen and heard. I am thrilled for our community to experience that this fall.”
Throughout her career, Jackson has worked with world leaders including Prime Ministers Margaret Thatcher and Paul Keating, Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, and King Abdullah II of Jordan. She also played a key role in the EKO Atlantic Project in Nigeria, collaborating with several African heads of state.
As a guest and adjunct professor, Jackson has taught more than 8,000 MBA students at top institutions such as MIT, Harvard, the University of Denver, London Business School, and Macquarie University in Australia. In 2005, she received the Macquarie University Outstanding Teaching Award, achieving student satisfaction ratings above 90% for over a decade.
Her transformational workshops and coaching programs are delivered globally to CEOs, executives, and professional women. She is internationally recognized as a pioneer in the field of public performance and communication, blending psychology, theater, and classical disciplines into a distinctive and effective approach.
In addition, Lynda Jackson will lead an exclusive, high-impact two-day Executive Education workshop designed for CEOs and C-suite executives. Attendance will be limited to 25 participants to ensure a highly personalized experience. Registration will open later this summer, with a separate announcement to follow.
For more information about the Barton School, visit wichita.edu/barton.