Meet Jess
Jess Harvie (she/her) is a strategic and creative diversity, equity and social impact leader. She drives impact by bringing people together to solve real world problems.
Starting her career as an employment lawyer, Jess saw the “other” side of DEI and learned the importance building inclusive and equitable workplaces. She has 13+ years experience working in strategy and inclusion policy in large firms, non-profits and tech startups, including Snap and Justworks.
Jess is committed to changing the lens on inclusion in tech at a systemic level and was a key leader in the delivery of the Action to Catalyze Tech Report (ACT Report) that brought 30+ tech companies together to commit to a collective approach to change in the industry. Jess is also passionate about inclusive storytelling and is committed to supporting creators and producers to tell stories that authentically reflect their communities.
The Story of Campbell Place
Jess tells the story of her family’s connection to Campbell Place:
"My great-grandparents lived in a house on Campbell Place in Colombo, Sri Lanka. As my mum says, the house had polished concrete floors, perfect for dancing, and an “open door” policy for nieces, nephews, neighbors, and all the passers-by. There was always something cooking for anyone who stopped by, and for those who couldn’t drop in because they were sick or working, meals were packed and sent out by bicycle with anyone heading to work.
The house was always alive with laughter and singing. When I think about the house I grew up in with my parents and grandparents in Sydney, Australia, which is also full of family, music, and food, I think about the legacy of Campbell Place. When I think about the spirit of “home” and feeling welcomed and valued in the spaces you occupy, I think about Campbell Place.”
