Douglas Burnell

About Douglas Burnell

Servant leader, passionate advocate for mental health, balanced power dynamics, and neurodiversity acceptance. With years of experience at the intersection of mental health advocacy, organizational dynamics, and neurodiversity inclusion, I empower individuals, teams, and non-profit organizations to thrive in environments often constrained by structural inequities. My work focuses on dismantling harmful power imbalances, fostering psychological safety, and creating equitable spaces where ALL individuals can fully contribute their unique perspectives. As a consultant, speaker, and researcher, I have partnered with diverse organizations to implement inclusive policies, facilitate transformative conversations, and develop strategies that prioritize well-being and human-centered successes. My approach combines a deep understanding of psychology, social systems, and interpersonal relationships with practical tools to drive meaningful change. Let\'s connect if you\'re looking to create space, or operate your non-profit in a more inclusive, mentally healthy, and empowering way.

Experience

1. Leader in Operations, Finance, Operations Support, and Customer Service

   FirstEnergy

   Feb 2000 — Present · Akron, OH, US

   Current role: Sr. Human Systems Engineering Consultant / Problem Solver - Integrating People, Process, and Technology to drive innovation and engage employees to drive \"bottom line\" results

Education

• Ohio University

  Master's degree

  1996 — 1998

• Ohio University

  Bachelor's degree

  1992 — 1996

• University of Phoenix

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

  2007 — 2009