Meet Christine: A Trailblazer in Technology
Christine Burkette, B.S., M.S., M.Ed.
Technology & Innovation Executive
IT Strategist | Transformation Leader | Speaker
Christine Burkette is a nationally recognized technology executive with over 18 years of experience leading high-impact transformation across education, government, and corporate environments. From Senior IT Project Manager to CIO, she has delivered complex initiatives that align technology, data, and operational strategy to real-world results.
Known for building trusted relationships and driving execution, Christine maintains a 98% success rate in strategic planning, delivery, and long-term program performance. Her work focuses on modernizing systems, optimizing data, and helping organizations adapt, scale, and compete in rapidly changing environments.
A builder and mentor at heart, Christine brings clarity, momentum, and leadership to every engagement, helping organizations move from vision to action with confidence.
AI-Driven Digital Magazine Design (Sample)
Returning Tech Editor & Visual Style Director
The interactive magazine sample below was conceptualized and developed by Christine Burkette as part of the upcoming Haute Is Magazine digital relaunch scheduled for spring 2026. This prototype showcases the integration of AI-enabled design, interactive layouts, and a video-led cover experience, reimagining how readers engage with digital editorial content from the first click. The sample demonstrates Christine’s ability to blend technology, visual storytelling, and emerging AI tools to create immersive, modern publishing experiences that go beyond traditional static formats.
Conference Speaking & Thought Leadership
Advancing Leadership Conversations in STEM
In October 2025, Christine Burkette was featured, for the 10th year as a speaker at the Women of Color STEM Conference in Baltimore, Maryland. Christine led a 40-minute session, Building Your Network in STEM: Leveraging Connections, alongside panelists Dr. Malika Grayson-Duncan and Alex Herrera of NASA. The session engaged technology companies, industry leaders, and students entering STEM fields, focusing on practical strategies for building meaningful professional networks that support career growth and long-term success.
2025 Applied STEM Systems in Practice
Designing instruction that closes learning gaps through real-world application
Custom STEM Curriculum in Practice
During the summer term at Wayne State University, Christine Burkette designed and delivered a custom 5-week STEM program in partnership with Curry Motor Sports, focused on strengthening science and mathematics foundations through real-world application. The curriculum was intentionally built to address identified learning gaps, with participating students ages 7 to 15 performing three to four grade levels below expectations in core math and science skills.
Each week was supported by a custom instructional manual, developed by Christine, that aligned hands-on experiments, guided problem-solving, and career exploration with measurable learning objectives. To extend learning beyond the classroom, the manuals integrated QR-code–enabled instructional videos and resources, allowing students and families to access step-by-step support at home and reinforce concepts independently. This blended, systems-driven approach helped close learning gaps while building confidence, curiosity, and early exposure to STEM career pathways. Mic
2024 Interactive GIS Data Map
Award-winning GIS dashboard providing public, district-level insights on population & connectivity
Created while serving as Director of Digital Equity & Inclusion for the City of Detroit. This interactive GIS platform was designed to translate complex citywide data into clear, actionable insights that are accessible to the public and decision-makers alike. The dashboard allows users to explore district- and neighborhood-level data including resident counts, broadband availability, device access, and income trends through an intuitive, visual interface. By consolidating multiple data sources into a single, user-friendly tool, the platform supports smarter planning, investment analysis, and resource alignment. The work received national recognition for advancing transparency, data literacy, and scalable urban data design.
General Motors 2021 Aspiring Leader
Lesson on Building Confidence & Earning Respect
General Motors in 2014 hires, Christine Burkette to design global new hire orientation program, she was shocked at her ability to lead an enterprise global initiative. An IT consultant with 2 Master of Science Degrees, taking a leap into a new career path, making a HUGE splash! Read the more in the U.S. Black Engineering Interview, pages 24-25.
Custom 6th to 12th Grade CTE & Industry Workforce Programs
Partnering with your team to deliver a life changing experience.
Samples of Work
Self-Paced Training
Self-Paced Training
Self-Paced Training
Self-Paced, In-Person (AI) and LMS (Hybrid)
New Hire Onboarding
Self-Paced Training
New Hire Onboarding
Self-Paced or In-Person (AI)
Contact Christine
Looking Forward to Connecting with You!
Integrating Technology to Streamline Process to Drive Revenue! and Efficiency!
2200 Hunt Street, Detroit, MI, USA
Hours
Open today | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm |
