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Global Power 150 Women in Staffing

The Global Power 150 Women in Staffing honors a notable selection of female executives whose vision, achievements and leadership are elevating and transforming a global industry. 

2024 Global Power 150

Sue Burnett

President | Burnett Specialists

honoree profile

2024 marks 50 years since Sue Burnett established Burnett Specialists, now one of the largest employee-owned staffing firms in the US. Under her leadership, the firm’s stock has soared 375% over the past 14 years. This year has been pivotal for Burnett, with Houston Mayor John Whitmire proclaiming Aug. 1 as Burnett Specialists Day. The company was also ranked Houston’s No. 1 recruiting firm for the 15th consecutive time by the Houston Business Journal. A devoted philanthropist, Burnett was named the Texas Diversity Council’s 2024 Woman of the Year and serves as regional director for C200, an executive women’s organization.