Kara Barnett
About Kara Barnett
Kara Barnett serves as the Managing Director and Head of the General Atlantic Foundation. She has held various leadership roles in marketing, communications, and social impact at organizations such as First Republic Bank and the American Ballet Theatre.
Current Role at General Atlantic
Kara Barnett serves as the Managing Director and Head of the General Atlantic Foundation. She has held this position since 2023, contributing to the foundation's initiatives and strategic direction. Her role involves overseeing philanthropic efforts and aligning them with the broader goals of General Atlantic.
Previous Experience at First Republic Bank
Prior to her current role, Kara Barnett worked at First Republic Bank from 2021 to 2023. She held the position of Senior Vice President of Marketing & Communications and was also the Head of Social Impact. Additionally, she served as Managing Director of the First Republic Foundation, focusing on social impact initiatives during her tenure.
Leadership at American Ballet Theatre
Kara Barnett was the Executive Director of the American Ballet Theatre from 2016 to 2021. In this role, she managed operations and strategic initiatives for the organization, contributing to its mission and outreach efforts in the performing arts community.
Experience at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Kara Barnett held multiple roles at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts from 2007 to 2016. She served as Director of Strategy and Business Development, Senior Director of the Capital Campaign, and Managing Director of Lincoln Center International. Her work involved strategic planning and fundraising efforts to support the center's initiatives.
Education and Academic Background
Kara Barnett earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Duke University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Harvard Business School, completing her studies from 2005 to 2007. Her academic background supports her leadership roles in the nonprofit and financial sectors.