Stoney Burke began their professional career as a Purchasing and Logistics Office Manager for the United States Marine Corps. They managed logistics and supply teams, oversaw budgets, and coordinated with outside agencies. After leaving the Marines, Stoney worked as a Recruiter in the Marine Corps' Human Resources department. They utilized systematic recruiting techniques and developed plans to organize appointments and interviews. Stoney then transitioned to the civilian sector, working as a Purchasing Agent and Logistics Coordinator for Q.E.D. Systems Incorporated. They managed purchase orders, budgeting accounts, and material for multiple contracting projects. Stoney later joined the Brooks Development Authority as a Senior Finance Manager, overseeing financial operations. Most recently, they joined Brooks as the Director of Finance.
Stoney Burke's education history begins in 1987 when they attended East Central High School and obtained their diploma in 1989. In 1992, they completed the USMC Supply Administration School and received a certificate. In 1993, Stoney Burke completed the US Army Field Purchasing Course and obtained another certificate. In 1994, they earned a certificate in Department of Defense PUR 101: Small Purchase Fundamentals. In 1998, Stoney Burke completed the Marine Corps Personal Computer, Server and Networking Course and also the US Navy Electronic Key Management Systems Course, earning certificates for both. Moving forward to 2004, they attended the USMC Communication Skills Course and received a certificate. In the same year, they completed the Marine Corps Basic Recruiter School, Staff Non-Commissioned Officers Academy, and Achieve Global Core Sales Applications, though no degree or field of study information was provided for these programs. Lastly, in 2005, Stoney Burke attended the Achieve Global Tools for Coaching Excellence program, again without any degree obtained or field of study specified.
March, 2022 - present