Who We Are
Kelli Poole
Kelli Poole believes strongly in dismantling systems of oppression to build a future that values equity and inclusion. She is the Founder and namesake of Talent Poole Consulting where she consults with public, private and philanthropic organizations to help them realize their grandest visions of organizational excellence. Kelli is particularly skilled at supporting her clients in building a team of consultants, facilitators and trainers to support them in the implementation of culturally competent workforce development and employee engagement strategies.
In addition to leading the day-to-day operations of Talent Poole, Kelli directs the Racial Equity in Homelessness Initiative at Social Justice Partners Los Angeles, a multi-million dollar initiative focused on transforming workplace culture from recruitment to retention. Kelli is an alumnus of the Los Angeles African American Women’s Public Policy Institute (LAAAWPPI) and received her B.A in Sociology from Clemson University in Clemson, South Carolina. She enjoys college football, most forms of processed sugar and is constantly in search of her next great read.