Frances Petruso

Chief Counsel, Litigation and Employment Law

World Wide Technology, St. Louis, Missouri

Frances S. P. Barbieri is a distinguished legal professional with a formidable track record in employment law. Currently, she serves as the Chief Counsel for Litigation and Employment Law at World Wide Technology in St. Louis, Missouri. In this role, Frances provides strategic counsel to senior executives and the human resources team, navigating legal complexities for a global workforce.

Frances's commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment is evident in her leadership of the Asian and Pacific Islander Employee Resource Group at World Wide Technology, creating a space that celebrates diversity and promotes unity across the organization.

Her professional journey includes pivotal roles as Senior Corporate Counsel at U.S. Bank, where she offered guidance on a spectrum of employment relations matters, and as an Associate at Littler Mendelson PC and Schwartz Hannum PC, where she honed her expertise in workplace law.

Beyond her corporate achievements, Frances is deeply involved in the community. She has been an active contributor to the Missouri Asian American Bar Association since 2007, undertaking roles such as President and Vice President, demonstrating her dedication to the legal community.

Frances's service extends to the City of Webster Groves, where she sits on the Personnel Advisory Board, and she is passionately involved with Nurses for Newborns, holding the position of Vice President and President Elect, further highlighting her commitment to social welfare.

Her contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion have not gone unnoticed, as reflected by honors like the Missouri Lawyers Media Diversity and Inclusion Award and recognition as a leader by the YWCA of St. Louis.

As a thought leader, Frances frequently engages in public discourse, serving as a panelist and moderator for discussions centered around social justice and employment law's evolving nature.

Frances's academic achievements include earning a Juris Doctor from Washington University School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies and International Relations from the University of Missouri.

As a board member of the Asian American Chamber of Commerce of St. Louis, Frances S. P. Barbieri brings a unique blend of legal acumen, leadership skills, and a heartfelt drive to serve the community, making her an invaluable asset to the Chamber.