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Dr. Karmetria Burton
I believe in showing up for yourself, your career, and your community.
Hi, I’m Dr. Karmetria Dunham Burton. If there is one thing you should know about me, it is this: I believe in showing up. For more than two decades, I have had the privilege of leading at the highest levels in HR, marketing, supply chain, and diversity. From McDonald’s to Delta Air Lines, Xerox to AT&T, I have helped leaders and organizations unlock the power of resilience, authenticity, and courage.
My Passion?
I am passionate about developing leaders, advancing inclusion, and transforming challenges into opportunities for growth and impact.
Leadership & Professional Development
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Supplier Diversity & Strategic Sourcing
Resilience & Authentic Leadership
Supplier Diversity & Strategic Sourcing
Resilience & Authentic Leadership
Award-Winning Leadership
Dr. Burton has been recognized nationally and globally for her impact in leadership and supplier diversity. She’s been named one of the Top 25 Women Impacting Diversity, honored as a Woman of Excellence and Woman of Power, and celebrated as a Trailblazer in corporate America.
Top 25 Women Impacting Diversity
Trailblazer Award
Woman of Excellence (2014)
Woman of Power (2023)
Top Supplier Diversity Professional by Diversity Inc.
Who I am
Outside of Work
I'm a native of Houston, Texas, now proudly calling Atlanta home. When I'm not traveling to deliver keynotes or teaching the next generation of leaders, you'll find me mentoring, writing, or speaking life into women who are ready to rise. I believe in the power of community and invest my time in causes that lift others up.
Proud Houston native, now based in Atlanta
Teacher, mentor, and advocate for women in leadership
Passionate about empowering the next generation
Active community builder and advocate for women's advancement
