bio

Jodi-Ann Burey (she/her) is a sought-after speaker and writer who works at the intersections of race, culture, and health equity. Her debut book, Authentic: The Myth of Bringing Your Full Self to Work disrupts traditional narratives about racism at work and is forthcoming in 2025 with Flatiron Books. 

Beyond the written word, Jodi-Ann stands out as a catalytic orator, having conducted over 100 keynotes - including TEDx, panels, fireside chats, and interviews. She is a regular contributor on KUOW-NPR’s podcast, Seattle Now and live radio program, Week in Review. Inspired by her own experience as a cancer survivor and her academic and professional experience in public health, Jodi-Ann is also the creator and host of Black Cancer, a podcast about the lives of people of color through their cancer journeys. In partnership with oneKIN, Jodi-Ann is the co-creator and host of Lit Lounge, a curated book collection and author interview series.

An alum of Boston College and the University of Michigan, Jodi-Ann has over 15 years of entrepreneurial, corporate, non-profit and start-up professional experience. Her writing has been supported by Voices of Our Nation Arts Foundation (VONA), The Hambidge Center for Creative Arts & Sciences and The Virginia Center for Creative Arts (VCCA). She enjoys snowboarding, photography, oil painting and prides herself on being a cool auntie and a reluctant dog owner.

Jodi-Ann splits her time between Seattle, WA and New York City.