Karla Burton
About Karla Burton
Karla Burton is a Physical Activity Officer at Mind, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in sports development and coaching, with experience in various roles including Inclusive Sports Officer and Field Manager for major sporting events.
Current Role at Mind
Karla Burton serves as the Physical Activity Officer (Sector Support) at Mind, a mental health charity in the UK. She has held this position since 2021 and is based in Leeds, with responsibilities that include national travel. In her role, she facilitates quarterly meetings for the local Mind network and project manages the Mind physical activity webinar series. Her work focuses on promoting physical activity as a means to support mental health.
Previous Experience in Sports Management
Karla Burton has a diverse background in sports management and support roles. She worked as a Field Manager/Sport Equipment Assistant during the London 2012 Olympics for six months in Coventry. She also served as an Inclusive Sports Officer at Bradford Disability Sport from 2016 to 2019. Additionally, she held positions at DC Leisure Management Ltd as a B2N Coach, Rounders England as a Business Support Officer, and England Netball as a Netball Activator, contributing to various aspects of sports development and community engagement.
Education and Qualifications
Karla Burton completed her secondary education at Ian Ramsey C of E School, where she achieved GCSEs from 1999 to 2004. She later attended Sheffield Hallam University, studying Sports Development and Coaching, and earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from 2007 to 2011. Her educational background supports her expertise in promoting physical activity and sports engagement.
Community Involvement and Initiatives
Karla Burton actively engages in community initiatives related to physical activity and mental health. She co-produced a campaign aimed at developing a healthy relationship with physical activity. In her spare time, she volunteers with the RSPCA, demonstrating her commitment to community service and well-being.