Who is Dr. Kelly Drummond?
I am a mother, sister, daughter, aunt, friend, mentor, coach, confidant, leader, student, and teacher.
I have over 35 years of crafting and growing my professional abilities – human resource development and leadership development. I spent so many years thinking that I was my profession. I have been blessed with great mentors, great friends, and a great support system, but I never felt good enough. The more I accomplished academically and professionally, the less I felt as a woman, a wife, a friend, and a mother.
“To whom much is given, much is required.”
That is how I live my life.
Although this concept guided me professionally and personally, I never believed that I could pay enough because I felt so unworthy of what I was given. It was not until I faced some real health issues, marital abandonment and a divorce after 30 years of marriage, and the death of my mother, all in one year, that I realized that my faith and my resilience taught me that I was enough. It was a long journey, but it brought me to a place of self-value, self-love, and the ultimate love. I also learned that when I shared my path from pain to purpose, I could help other women through their evolution.
I am a woman who understands struggle, pain, insecurity, and professional success. I am finding my purpose in helping other individuals find their way. I am enough even when I don’t feel like it.
I am real, and my soul is in bloom.
Dr. Kelly Drummond
Dr. Kelly Drummond is a seasoned expert in Human Resources, certified by both the HR Certification Institute and the Society for Human Resource Management. As the current Director of Human Resources with the City of Knoxville, Kelly administers the compensation and classification system, talent acquisition, pre-employment processes, employee training, employee relations, succession planning, Title VI compliance, and assists directors with discrimination investigations or employee discipline.
In addition to her HR leadership role, Dr. Drummond is a dedicated educator. She teaches at the UT Center for Professional Education and facilitates SHRM Certification and HR Essentials courses at Roane State Community College. She holds a doctorate in Education with a focus on Human Resource Development from Lincoln Memorial University.
Dr. Drummond is not just a leader but also a coach. She is certified in Public Sector HR Executive Leadership, career development coaching, change management, and emotional intelligence coaching. She is currently pursuing the prestigious BCC (National Board-Certified Coach) designation.
Her passion project, My Soul In Bloom, is a Career, Professional & Personal Development Service designed to help individuals secure a seat at the table and ensure their voices are heard. Dr. Drummond offers personalized coaching, guidance, and mentorship to leaders and professionals seeking growth and career acceleration.
Kelly has two adult sons, Eric and Jeffrey, but her baby is her 10 year old Pekachi – Leo Mufasa.