Barbara Seagram is a prominent figure in the bridge world. Her career encompasses various roles as a writer, teacher and administrator within the bridge community. A prolific author, she has co-authored a remarkable total of thirty-two books on bridge, testifying to her great expertise in the field.

One of her most notable books, "25 Bridge Conventions You Should Know", co-authored with Marc Smith, received the prestigious American Bridge Teachers' Association (ABTA) Book of the Year Award in 1999.

Barbara Seagram's dedication to the world of bridge is not limited to her writing. Actively involved in the American Contract Bridge League (ACBL), her commitment to the bridge community also extends to her role on the ACBL and ABTA boards.
With her husband, Alex Kornel, she runs the highly regarded Barbara Seagram School of Bridge in Toronto, Canada. Their school has become a leading institution for bridge enthusiasts, who receive education and training in the game.