About Me
I worked in the Recruitment Industry for over 18 years, and working in the corporate world taught me how to conduct myself to fit in and be accepted and how I needed to come across to be heard.
I would stay quiet in meetings to ensure I wasn’t noticed, which was my way. The first recruitment company I worked with was Randstad CPE, where I learned my skills. I was lucky to work with some amazing people. I enjoyed my job but never thought it would be my career.
My parents had always told me that I would have to work 3 times harder than others to get ahead, and I was taught to keep my head down and work hard. It had its rewards; however, I was never my true funny, witty and confident self when fitting into the corporate world.
I always thought in the back of my mind that because of my skin colour, I had to set a good example. I couldn’t let others think that black people didn’t work hard or that they didn’t belong in offices or deserve to wear a suit and tie to work every day.
During my time with Amey Plc, I realised that I could be my true self at work without feeling judged. I was the Chair of the Multicultural Network Affinity group for Amey, and it was there that I found my voice and identity.
I was supported by the leaders, including Michael Burgess, Chief People Officer & Amanda Fisher, the then CEO, to be the real Kelvin Campbell and not the corporate persona I had been in my years as a professional.
Amey listened to its multicultural and diverse employees, making us feel equal and included. I began to speak up without fear and share my ideas and thoughts, which were listened to and respected. This made me feel like I could achieve anything.
My awakening meant that I could help other diverse employees gain their confidence and voice, and it’s helping others that motivated me to set up The Diversity Advocates. I want to help businesses create a diverse & inclusive workforce where their employees are happy to embrace their uniqueness and show their true personality in the workplace.
When the workforce can be themselves, a company will increase Revenue and productivity, boost creativity and innovation
Let’s start this journey together.