Ms. Burckhalter is an accomplished trainer, speaker, consultant, and published author of The Hot 100 Echoes of a Woman's Thoughts (seen on Live with Regis & Kelly). She has extensive experience working with executive management and boards; members of Congress and Congressional staff; high level industry representatives and other dignitaries. Ms. Burckhalter is comfortable addressing small and large groups, including the media; and has in-depth experience addressing political and social issues through advocacy..
In 2002, Ms. Burckhalter founded Women Working Together To Make A Difference, LLC. “Women Working Together” is a unique company designed to motivate you “To Make A Difference” in every aspect of your life─work, family, community and, most importantly, within yourself. Ms. Burckhalter focuses on self-empowerment, improving communications and leading change. She empowers women and girls to realize their full potential, regardless of age or life circumstances. She helps them to better understand themselves, think differently, respect diversity, capitalize on their strengths, and work effectively with others to meet their professional and personal goals. Ms. Burckhalter’s professional services include Motivational Speaker, Panelist, Master of Ceremony, Moderator, Keynote Speaker and Workshop Speaker.
In 2005, Ms. Burckhalter founded Torch of Inspirations (TOI)—an independent consultant company dedicated to helping companies operate more efficiently and more effectively. With a straightforward hands-on and collaborative approach, she conducts organizational evaluations and provides advice on ways to improve the organizational development process, systems, policies and procedures. Ms. Burckhalter’s professional services include Business and Administrative Consultant, Motivational Speaker, Panelist, Master of Ceremony, Moderator, Keynote Speaker and Workshop Speaker.
Ms. Burckhalter's strong presence in the public arena comes from six years of experience as a runway model. During that time she was featured in magazines worldwide and on the front cover of a CD. She was also a National Finalist for Ms. USA Petite Model Pageant.
Ms. Burckhalter is active in politics and her community. She has been featured in educational and political television commercials. She served as a local coordinator for a Maryland State's Attorney Candidate, and for campaign visits by members of Congress and Congressional staff. Ms. Burckhalter also served as the Director of Communications for a Maryland Attorney General Candidate. She was appointed by the County Executive to serve as a board member on the Prince George's County Board of Ethics and Prince Georges County Property Tax Assessment Appeals Board. Ms. Burckhalter is Chair of the Boulevard at the Capital Centre Advisory Council. Ms. Burckhalter is a former Commissioner on the Prince George's County Commission for Women.
Ms. Burckhalter was born and raised in Washington, D.C. She is a graduate of the University of Maryland University College.
