Stephanie Burton, MPA, is the founder and principal of Smart Leadership Solutions, LLC, a SWaM-certified small, micro, and women-owned business specializing in leadership development, culture transformation, and strategic facilitation. With more than 30 years of public-sector leadership and professional development experience—including roles with the U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Air Force, and James City County—Stephanie helps organizations strengthen leadership impact and employee engagement. A DISC-certified facilitator, she is known for her dynamic, practical approach that blends behavioral science, storytelling, and humor. Stephanie has presented at numerous conferences, including SHRM 2023, the Virginia DHRM Conference, and Forum ’25, inspiring leaders to rise above disruption and build thriving, resilient workplaces.