Leading with Purpose
Ondréa L. Burton
Founder & CEO, Always You
Coalition Builder. Strategic Architect. Relentless Force for Systems Change.
Ondréa L. Burton is a powerhouse force commanding systems change at scale.
A former policy and advocacy advisor in the U.S. House of Representatives, she brings a rare combination of deep policy insight, trusted credibility, and lived experience as a mother of a young adult with a developmental disability.
From that personal journey, she created Always You, a pioneering, outcomes-driven model operating from college campuses that redefines how individuals are supported and positioned for sustained advancement.
Ondréa is known for her executive presence and undeniable momentum. She galvanizes stakeholders across sectors with strategic clarity, turning bold ideas into scalable solutions.
Always You is the blueprint for culture shift.
Ondréa L. Burton is the architect.
Empowering Opportunities
Ondréa L. Burton had the distinct honor of meeting with U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth to engage in a powerful dialogue around advancing workforce development legislation for individuals with disabilities.
Their conversation centered on expanding access to meaningful careers, driving economic mobility, and affirming the right of every individual to live with purpose, dignity, and independence.
Together, they underscored a shared commitment to building an integrated future where opportunity is fully realized.
Championing Change
In a pivotal conversation with U.S. Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, Ondréa L. Burton shared the Always You vision for legislative and community transformation.
Together, they explored strategies to expand disability advocacy, deepen equity across systems, and forge bold pathways that center individuals.
Their shared commitment reaffirms the urgency of building a society where integration and economic mobility for all becomes the standard.
A Defining Moment at the White House
