Karmetria Burton is the General Manager, Supplier Diversity at Delta Air Lines, Inc. Her team is tasked with leading a world-class supplier diversity program befitting the international airline. This year, Delta’s program celebrates 20 years of success while continuing to “keep climbing.”
Highlights include Delta’s supplier development academy, a mentoring and supplier development initiative that provides curriculum, coaching, and support from Delta leaders. The academy helps Delta sustain robust supplier relationships, while helping diverse suppliers grow. Additionally, the airline honors the contributions of Delta's top small-business, minority-owned and women-owned suppliers in its Star Awards each year.
Burton’s vision for the program underscores Delta’s culture of seeking diversity; promoting inclusion; and driving accountability among employees, customers, business partners and the community. To learn more, visit delta.com/supplierdiversity.