Episode 2: From Diversity to Belonging: HR's Role in Shaping Inclusive Workplaces

Jamie Campbell was a member of the inaugural class of CEO Action for Racial Equity Fellows. The fellows will identify and assess current policies in four key areas: healthcare, education, economic empowerment, and public safety, and then recommend how existing policies can be amplified, changed to meet its intended purpose, or propose new policies. Fellows will review policies through four key criteria: impact, effort, risk, and status. His efforts here were focused on constitutional educational amendments and national police reform

Jamie was the recipient of the 2013 Dr. James Robinson Equal Opportunity Award. This award is given to recognize a Penn State faculty or staff member who has contributed to the University by improving cross-cultural understanding. He has served as a panelist on topics ranging from social justice to students’ issues. He has been a keynote speaker for various leadership programs. Jamie has been published in various texts and is an editor on Building Effective Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs: Transforming Organizational Culture Using Step By Step Organizational Change Approaches in a Globally Connected World

He is a 1995 graduate of Morehouse College where he obtained his BA in Sociology. He obtained his M.Ed. with concentrations in Adult Education and Instruction Education from Central Michigan University in 2003. Jamie holds a Ph.D. from the Workforce Education Program with concentrations in Organization Design and Human Resource Development at The Pennsylvania State University.

Through the Office of Diversity Enhancement Programs at Smeal, you will find a comfortable environment in which to discuss classes, majors, and career opportunities with advisers and peers. We are strategically focused on embracing unique ideas and strengthening connections while building a community that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes diversity.

Farhan is a visionary leader with a remarkable global perspective and an unyielding commitment to his values. With extensive experience in management, Farhan has carved a name for himself as a seasoned professional, known for fostering positive work environments and leading transformative initiatives. As a distinguished Ph.D. student, specializing in Organization Development and Human Resource Development, Farhan is constantly pushing the boundaries of knowledge in his field.

His passion for understanding and improving organizational dynamics drives him to bridge the gap between theory and practice, ensuring that his work has a tangible impact on businesses and individuals alike. Farhan's expertise is recognized by prestigious institutions, and he proudly holds certifications as a SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) certified professional for Human Resource Management, as well as being a Penn State Certified OD&C (Organization Development and Change) practitioner and consultant. These credentials demonstrate his dedication to staying at the forefront of industry best practices and cutting-edge approaches. Notably, Farhan's efforts have been acknowledged and celebrated by the renowned Organization Development Network, which awarded him for his unique contributions as one of the Emerging Practitioners in 2023. His groundbreaking research has led to the creation of books, book chapters, journal articles, and practical assessment tools, all tailored to empower OD (Organization Development) practitioners with innovative and effective methodologies.

With a passion for making a meaningful difference in the world of organizational development, Farhan's unwavering commitment to his craft is truly inspirational. As he continues to expand his horizons and blaze new trails, Farhan remains dedicated to leaving a lasting legacy of positive change in the professional world.

Rothwell & Associates, LLC. is an independent consulting firm that focuses on critical issues in human resource development and management. As a full-service consulting firm, we customize all programs to address the specific needs of the client. R&A specializes in succession planning, talent management, organization development, human resource development, and performance consulting. Our mission is to accelerate the potential of an organization's talent pool and to optimize the performance of its people.

William J. Rothwell, Ph.D., SPHR, SHRM-SCP, RODC, CPLP Fellow is President of Rothwell & Associates, Inc. & Rothwell & Associates, LLC. His consulting focuses on succession planning and talent management.  He is also a Professor at Penn State University, University Park, where he teaches graduate courses in Organization Development and Change. 

Before becoming a professor 28 years ago, he had nearly 20 years of full-time human resource management experience in government and in business. He has consulted on succession planning with corporations, small businesses, family businesses, charities, and Federal, State and local government agencies. He has traveled to China 83 times and has consulted on succession on nearly every continent. Among his 127 published books are these, which are relevant to this webinar: The essential HR guide for small businesses and startups; Optimizing talent in the federal workforce; Building a talent development structure without borders; Effective succession planning: Ensuring leadership continuity and building talent from within; The leader’s daily role in talent management: Maximizing results, engagement and retention; Career planning and succession management: Developing your organization’s talent for today and tomorrow; The competency toolkit; Talent management: A step-by-action-oriented guide based on best practice; Becoming an effective mentoring leader: Proven strategies for building excellence in your organization; Working longer: New strategies for managing, training, and retaining older employees; Invaluable knowledge: Securing your company’s technical expertise-Recruiting and retaining top talent, transferring technical knowledge, engaging high performers; The manager’s guide to maximizing employee potential; and Cases in government succession planning: Action-oriented strategies for public-sector human capital management, workforce planning, succession planning, and talent management.

Rothwell & Associates, LLC. is an independent consulting firm that focuses on critical issues in human resource development and management. As a full-service consulting firm, we customize all programs to address the specific needs of the client. R&A specializes in succession planning, talent management, organization development, human resource development, and performance consulting. Our mission is to accelerate the potential of an organization's talent pool and to optimize the performance of its people.