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Meet the Founder: A Leader in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Dr. Robin Kelley is a distinguished expert in the field of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), with over 25 years of experience in higher education and consulting.  Her extensive career includes pivotal roles such as Chief Diversity Officer at Gonzaga University, Associate Vice Provost of Equity and Equal Opportunity at North Carolina State University, and Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity at Iowa State University.  Dr. Kelley’s leadership and commitment to fostering inclusive environments have made her a sought-after consultant for organizations ranging from small businesses to large nonprofits.

Expertise in Education and Professional Development

Beyond her administrative roles, Dr. Kelley has made significant contributions to academia through teaching and program development. She has designed and led courses on cultural competence, unconscious bias, and diversity, including "Leading Across Cultures" and "Culture, Diversity, and Health Care Policy." Her work extends to developing initiatives such as the Underrepresented Minority Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, which supports the academic and professional growth of diverse faculty members. Dr. Kelley’s dedication to education underscores her belief in the power of knowledge to drive societal change.
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Beyond her administrative roles, Dr. Kelley has made significant contributions to academia through teaching and program development. She has designed and led courses on cultural competence, unconscious bias, and diversity, including "Leading Across Cultures" and "Culture, Diversity, and Health Care Policy." Her work extends to developing initiatives such as the Underrepresented Minority Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, which supports the academic and professional growth of diverse faculty members. Dr. Kelley’s dedication to education underscores her belief in the power of knowledge to drive societal change.
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Certifications and Civic Engagement

Dr. Kelley’s qualifications are bolstered by a rich array of certifications, including the Diversity Management Certificate from Cornell University, EEO Investigator Certification, and SPHR Certification as a Senior Human Resources Professional. As a trained Qualified Administrator for the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) and Cultural Competence (CQ) assessment, she brings a rigorous, evidence-based approach to her work. Dr. Kelley is also actively engaged in civic and social justice initiatives, contributing her expertise to various organizations and being a trusted voice in publications like The Chronicle of Higher Education and Inside Higher Ed.

WOSB Certified

Women-Owned Small Business

WOSB Certified

Women-Owned Small Business

WBE Certified

Women Business Enterprise

WBE Certified

Women Business Enterprise

Diversity Management
Certificate

Cornell University

Diversity Management

Certificate

Cornell University

EEO Investigator Certification

Federal Sector EEO Investigations

EEO Investigator Certification

Federal Sector EEO Investigations

SPHR Certification

Senior Human Resources Professional

SPHR Certification

Senior Human Resources Professional

Building Inclusive and Equitable Environments

Certified Woman and Minority-Owned Firm Specializing in DEI and HR Excellence

Dr. Robin Kelley

Founder & President

EDUCATION
Doctorate of Philosophy, Iowa State University
Masters, State University of New York at Buffalo, 

Bachelors of Science, State University of New York College at Buffalo

Founder and President
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Your Journey Begins With Step One

Kelley Consulting Firm has several consulting packages to meet the needs of our customers.  Most packages in our program provide for an engagement ranging from three months to a year, and some plans can be renewed annually.  Kelley Consulting Firm will design consulting programs around organizational and institutional initiatives and missions.  Our services are custom-tailored to an organization's needs. We created several consulting services to assist organizations in identifying their desired level of engagement.  We do not take the one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, Kelley Consulting Firm's process explores the organizational need with our clients to provide high-value services.


Kelley Consulting Firm provides on-site and off-site support to private, public, and nonprofit organizations and educational institutions.  Each consulting service is customized in accordance with the needs of each organization.

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