Brenda Barnes, former Sara Lee c.e.o., dies at 63, Food Business News
Led Sara Lee during period company was highly focused on its baking business.
Brenda Barnes Obituary (1953 - 2017) - Naperville, IL - Chicago Sun-Times
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Brenda C. Barnes - The Chicago Network
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Sara Lee CEO Barnes healing after stroke – The Denver Post
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Brenda Barnes's Best Career Move Was Quitting a Great Job - WSJ
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Brenda Barnes, Former Sara Lee CEO and Hero to Working Moms, Dies at 63
Former Sara Lee CEO Brenda Barnes Dies at 63 - WSJ
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50 Years of Significant Support
Brenda Barnes, Former Sara Lee CEO and Hero to Working Moms, Dies at 63