Stephanie Burton has a 25-year career in the Department of Defense, starting at the Marine Corps Air Station in Cherry Point, NC. As a former program analyst for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy, she excelled in human capital management. Notably, she played a key role in the Presidential Management Program, contributing to the establishment of the Transformation Advisory Group. In her current role at James City County, Stephanie oversees training, development, performance management, and employee engagement. With a Master’s in Public Administration and Bachelor’s degrees in Accounting and Business Management, she has a strong academic foundation. Stephanie's exceptional contributions have earned prestigious awards, and her participation in leadership programs underscores her commitment. Having relocated six times across military bases, she resides in Newport News with her husband, Matthew Burton, a successful architect, continuing to thrive professionally.