Biography
Deb Barber’s dedication to community-driven solutions and inclusive collaboration defines her approach to public service. Barber’s Council committee experience, including chairing the Transportation Committee, demonstrates her commitment to interconnected regional systems and fostering equity across the region. Her extensive involvement in Scott County organizations, including Human Services Resource Council leadership and work with the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community, demonstrates her commitment to intergovernmental collaboration.
As co-founder and senior partner of Canopy Medical, Barber brings strategic planning and project management expertise to her role as a Council member. Her background on the Iron Range and her current work with diverse communities highlight her dedication to the “One Minnesota” vision. She holds a bachelor’s degree in biomechanics and a master’s degree in engineering mechanics from Montana State University. Barber resides in Shakopee with her family.