Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
What does it take to foster belonging in one of the most competitive, high-pressure industries in the world—professional sports?
Join UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center for a live conversation featuring:
*Dr. Kara Allen, architect of the NBA’s first Chief People, Impact and Belonging Officer role and former executive leader with the San Antonio Spurs
*Dr. Hooria Jazaieri, award-winning professor and researcher, lead author of the case study Leading Social Impact from the NBA C-Suite
*Kia Afcari, Director of Greater Good Workplaces at the Greater Good Science Center, University of California, Berkeley
Drawing from Dr. Allen’s work with the San Antonio Spurs, we’ll explore how centering belonging can transform both culture and performance, showing that even in high-pressure, results-driven environments, people can feel respected, valued, and inspired to do their best.
What does it take to foster belonging in one of the most competitive, high-pressure industries in the world—professional sports?
Join UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center for a live conversation featuring:
*Dr. Kara Allen, architect of the NBA’s first Chief People, Impact and Belonging Officer role and former executive leader with the San Antonio Spurs
*Dr. Hooria Jazaieri, award-winning professor and researcher, lead author of the case study Leading Social Impact from the NBA C-Suite
*Kia Afcari, Director of Greater Good Workplaces at the Greater Good Science Center, University of California, Berkeley
Drawing from Dr. Allen’s work with the San Antonio Spurs, we’ll explore how centering belonging can transform both culture and performance, showing that even in high-pressure, results-driven environments, people can feel respected, valued, and inspired to do their best.
