Robert Burton

Robert Burton M.A.I.S serves as the Coordinator of High School and Middle School Programs at The Valentine since October 2021, planning and facilitating educational initiatives that explore the history of Richmond. With extensive experience in education and business analysis, Robert has previously held various roles including Campaign Marketer at Evolutions Concepts, where lead generation efforts maximized client profits, and Business Analyst at Shekina International Business Consulting, focusing on investor relations in the Chinese market. An educator with a strong international background, Robert has taught English in multiple settings, including as a University English Instructor at EF English First and an English Teacher at Shanghai Pinghe School, while earning a Master of Arts in International Studies. Prior roles include Independent Insurance Representative at Primerica and Program Assistant at PETER PAUL DEVELOPMENT CENTER, where Robert provided mentorship to underprivileged youth. Robert holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Morehouse College and a Certificate of Language Proficiency in Mandarin from Beijing Language and Culture University.