Testimonials
…Burhan worked closely with founders to identify critical startup needs and helped design acceleration experiences…Burhan has helped improve processes, established structures, and streamlined communication across diverse teams from technology & engineering to marketing to community…
Sunanda Narayan, Director of Global Partnerships, Startup Grind
Technology, Product, and Management
…Burhan supported research and evaluation frameworks aimed at bridging institutional silos. They also contributed to the drafting of a proposal for a Cooperating Care Initiative, a direct care worker cooperative project, which was subsequently selected for funding as one of six cities through the Mayor’s Migration Council. Their work provided helpful capacity-building support to our team regarding program accessibility….
Courtney White, MSW, Director of Constituent Services, Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement
…They combine deep technical expertise in AI with a strong understanding of its real-world implications for underserved communities. We recommend Burhan and III Labs to startups and mission-driven organizations seeking product leadership, marketing support…
Sarah Roth-Gaudette, Executive Director, Fight for the Future
Burhan and III Labs led a strong capacity-building session at the MCSS Annual Conference in the Social Studies in the Digital Age track. Their presentation gave teachers across Massachusetts practical tools for understanding AI and classroom technology, grounded in equity and real-world, grassroots insight. Educators reported feeling better able to navigate the complexities of AI use while staying focused on building more equitable, inclusive learning environments. I would highly recommend them for future professional development sessions.
Todd Wallingford, President, Massachusetts Council for the Social Studies (MCSS)
…Burhan also contributed to several COVID impact analyses in a time when the business did not fully
understand the extent of COVID-related disruption. He analyzed multiple data sources looking for
month over month trends and provided new insights to a top performing brand during uncertain
business times…
Rob Delmedico, Associate Director, Commercial Analytics, Horizon Therapeutics
…Burhan played a critical role in ensuring our product was perfectly aligned with market needs, providing us with key insights and strategic direction that helped refine our approach…
Startup CEO
…From the needs assessment, which was crucial in refining our focus, to the guidance on developing our KPI work plans, Burhan’s support was instrumental in aligning our objectives with our growth strategy and mentorship needs. Additionally, Burhan’s regular check-ins ensured we stayed on track and addressed any emerging challenges effectively…
Startup CEO
… he led initiatives to streamline an existing process with several bottlenecks and improve documentation used by the entire group…
Jim Tobritzhofer, CTP, Senior Manager, Information Systems, Amgen
Facilitation, education, and Community Building
…Burhan’s keynote left students feeling inspired, seen, and empowered to approach their careers in tech with integrity and intention…
Out for UnderGrad Engineering Conference Leadership
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Burhan’s facilitation was thoughtful, inclusive, and attuned to the nuances and needs of the audience. Burhan’s expertise in creating space for real community conversation is incredibly valuable. They have a rare ability to make complex, intersecting social issues accessible and engaging, and that came through clearly in their work with us. We are proud to have worked with Burhan and III Labs and would recommend them to any organization…
Rachael Brister, Executive Director, Provincetown Business Guild
Thank you so much. This is the best & most relevant Professional Development I have been to in 20 years!
K-12 Teacher
They’ve become a community leader, currently serving as the director of DEI at Stonewall Sports Boston and on the Mass Humanities board of directors… Burhan is determined to create a better world.
Cristela Guerra, WBUR
…Burhan’s approach emphasizes creating safe spaces for financial healing and literacy, blending innovative
educational pedagogy with storytelling and digital media. Participants responded strongly to both the
content and the facilitation: evaluation data from the program was overwhelmingly positive, showing strong
gains in educator confidence and highly favorable feedback about the training’s impact on classroom
practice. Survey results showed 100% of teachers strongly agreed they would recommend the workshop to
others, and post-program results reflected increases across all confidence measures, including 100% of
participants reporting confidence in incorporating personal finance into their courses. …
Erin V. Heald, Senior Manager, Advocacy
Council for Economic Education
This past year, I had the opportunity to participate in a professional development workshop presented by Burhan and III Labs. This workshop deepened my understanding around the diverse and ever-changing needs of our students, the complexities in the digital age, and the demand for equitable and effective institutions. What impressed me most was the innovative approach to content delivery which integrated original journalism, digital media combined with compelling visual storytelling, and evidence-based research. Complex concepts were successfully translated into practical insights and actionable strategies. I was able to learn deeply, actively, and empathetically as a direct result of the expertly crafted workshop by Burhan and III Labs.
Deborah McCarthy, Senior Executive, Statewide Public School Systems
Please continue reaching out to schools and communities and begin to grow your footprint because
this was one of the best PDs I have attended in the state. It is so valuable and needed.
K-12 Teacher