Her leadership extends beyond The Little TINGs through service on several influential boards, including The Wheeler School, Papitto Opportunity Connection Foundation, and Leadership Rhode Island. In these roles, she advances initiatives that create clear pathways for growth and opportunity. These experiences continue to shape her vision for The Little TINGs, where she is building a structured roadmap to bridge the gap between talent and access—teaching mentees not only how to excel, but how to position themselves to be seen, heard, and chosen.
Ting’s philosophy is grounded in perseverance, adaptability, and intentional connection. Known for her ability to communicate with clarity and build meaningful relationships, she credits these strengths as key drivers of her success. She is passionate about teaching others to navigate professional spaces with confidence, emphasizing that success is not just about talent, but about strategy and positioning. Through her work, Ting instills the discipline, work ethic, and leadership mindset required to turn potential into realized opportunity.
Ting Barnard
Founder & Executive Director
Learner - Connectedness - Responsibility - Intellection - Individualization
Ting Barnard is the Founder of The Little TINGs, a mentorship platform rooted in culture, community, and career development, empowering women to step fully into who they are becoming. With a background in finance and extensive corporate experience, she has transformed her professional expertise into a purpose-driven mission—equipping others with the tools, strategy, and confidence to succeed. Ting approaches mentorship as both a calling and a responsibility, using her network and lived experience to guide others toward meaningful, sustainable success.
Why The Little TINGs
I started The Little TINGs Mentorship Program because I saw how much the small things - the “little tings” - can shape a person’s confidence, direction, and sense of belonging. Growing up, I realized that access to guidance, encouragement, and relatable role models isn’t evenly distributed and that the gap can quietly limit potential.
I wanted to create a space where people feel seen, supported and equipped with both practical skills and the mindset to grow. The program focuses on those everyday moments: building confidence, making decisions, learning from mistakes - that often don’t get formal attention but have a lasting impact.
At its core, The Little TINGs is about connection and consistency. It’s about showing up, offering guidance and helping mentees recognizing their own value and capability. I started it to give others what many people, including myself at times, had to figure out on their own and to make sure they don’t have to do it alone.
Areas of Expertise
- mentorship & leadership development
- career strategy
- professional positioning
- nonprofit leadership
- community building
- financial insight
- strategic relationship building
- personal branding
- executive communication
- talent development
Advice I Live By
Be humble enough to learn, disciplined enough to execute, and consistent enough to let the little “tings” make YOU undeniable