Barbara B
About Barbara B
Barbara B is the Vice President of Social Impact at the NBA, with a background in public administration and humanities from Harvard Kennedy School and Yale University.
Current Role at NBA
Barbara B serves as the Vice President of Social Impact at the National Basketball Association (NBA) since 2022. Based in New York, United States, she is responsible for driving the league's social responsibility initiatives and community engagement efforts. Her role focuses on leveraging the NBA's platform to address social issues and foster positive change.
Previous Experience at Schmidt Futures
Barbara B held the position of Executive In Residence at Schmidt Futures from 2020 to 2022. During her tenure, she contributed to the development of strategic initiatives aimed at solving global challenges. Schmidt Futures is known for investing in individuals and organizations working on ventures to improve societal outcomes.
Leadership Role at Global Health Corps
Barbara B co-founded and led Global Health Corps as CEO from 2009 to 2018. In this role, she was instrumental in advancing health equity by mobilizing a network of young leaders across the globe. The organization's mission is to build a movement of global health leaders committed to achieving health equity for all.
Early Career in Education and Health
Barbara B began her career as an Education Associate at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum from 2006 to 2008. Prior to that, she worked as an Associate at the Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital in Cape Town, South Africa, from 2004 to 2005. These roles provided her with foundational experience in education and healthcare sectors.
Academic Background
Barbara B holds a Master's degree in Public Administration (MPA) from Harvard Kennedy School, where she studied from 2020 to 1970. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor's degree in Humanities from Yale University, having completed her studies there from 2000 to 2004. These academic credentials have equipped her with a strong foundation in public administration and the humanities.