Kristin Burton
Assistant Professor | Explores the Intersection of Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Equity.
- Role
- Assistant Professor, Entrepreneurship at Purdue University Northwest
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kristin Burton
Dr. Kristin Burton is an Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship at Purdue University Northwest, where her research explores the intersection of entrepreneurship, innovation, and equity. Her work examines how emerging technologies—such as digital health solutions and artificial intelligence—shape entrepreneurial ecosystems, with a particular focus on the challenges and opportunities faced by underrepresented founders. She also investigates the evolving role of entrepreneurship education in preparing future business leaders.Dr. Burton’s contributions to research and advocacy have earned her several prestigious honors. In 2024, she was inducted into the Society of Innovators as an Advocate for Innovation, and she received the Teddy Jacobi Scholar Award for her research. She was also recognized as \'Influential Woman of the Year\' in 2022 for her commitment to community advocacy. In 2021, she was awarded the Scholarship of Engagement Fellowship to advance her social impact research.Beyond academia, Dr. Burton serves on advisory boards and works closely with regional startups, providing strategic insights to support venture growth and sustainability.Specialties: Collaborative Communities, Innovation and Training, Grant Writing, Strategic Planning, Advocacy, and Business Development
Experience
Assistant Professor, Entrepreneurship
Aug 2020 — Present · Northwest, IN, US
Education
Roosevelt University
Master of Science (MSA)
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Doctorate
Illinois Institute of Technology
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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