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David Albritton

David Albritton

SVEC Community Spotlight featuring David Albritton, Managing Director at CRA

SVEC Community Spotlight featuring David Albritton, Managing Director at CRA

David Albritton's career trajectory illustrates a commendable journey of growth and adaptability across diverse sectors. His participation in the Black Corporate Board Readiness (BCBR) program played a crucial role in equipping him with both the knowledge and the network necessary to advance on his board journey and facilitated his connection with ADN where he now serves as a Speaker for the ABLE Program. As a Managing Director at CRA | Admired Leadership, he provides coaching, counsel, and facilitation for senior leaders and rising stars, focusing on areas such as leadership development, communication strategy, team effectiveness, change/crisis management, career growth, and culture evolution.

With a career spanning over three decades, Albritton's trajectory is not just a testament to individual achievement but also to the transformative power of mentorship, education, and community.

Albritton's story begins with a foundation built on service. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, his early years were shaped by a commitment to duty and leadership within the ranks of the U.S. Navy. This experience instilled in him a deep sense of discipline and integrity that would become the cornerstone of his later endeavors.

Transitioning from military service to the corporate world, Albritton embarked on a journey marked by versatility and ambition. He served in a diverse array of senior executive roles that included President of General Motors Defense; Vice President of Communications at Amazon Web Services, Exelis, ITT Defense, and United Way of America; as well as his current position as an independent director on the board of Embecta Corp. (NASDAQ: EMBC).

Yet, amidst the corporate hustle, Albritton remained grounded in his mission to pay it forward and empower others. He transitioned from his corporate career to become an accredited executive coach and Managing Director at CRA | Admired Leadership, a leadership development and strategic communication consultancy. Through coaching, counsel, and facilitation, he empowers senior leaders and rising stars to navigate the complexities of leadership and communication with confidence and purpose.

As he was seeking opportunities to expand his board opportunities, Albritton's path intersected with the Black Corporate Board Readiness (BCBR) Program, a pivotal moment that would shape his trajectory in profound ways.

For Albritton, the BCBR Program was not just a means to enhance his skills as a board member; it was a gateway to a community of like-minded leaders committed to driving change. Through the program, he found camaraderie, mentorship, and a platform to amplify his impact as an independent director.

Beyond BCBR, his involvement in initiatives like the Accelerating Black Leadership and Entrepreneurship (ABLE) program further underscores his dedication to fostering diversity and inclusion within the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Apr 17, 2024