Our History
Levels Leaders, was founded through a desire for change. Established by Craig Constantinides and Josh Mansell who have known each other since they were 12 years old with backgrounds in multi award winning business, education and social welfare. Growing up in South London and schooled in Croydon their journeys have been filled with consistent interaction with diverse culture. Their ultimate goal is a to create an eco-system and business network that allows for growth of businesses through consultation on a culture of creativity and support in making reasonable adjustments to foster retention of staff and allowing interaction with access to training to better serve the local population.
Josh and Craig have a wide ranging network of partners throughout South London and the UK including being associate academics at London Southbank University, multiple educational partners including over a decade of interaction with Croydon College and run employability programmes for the hardest to reach and utilising their backgrounds in technology and community growth projects to create a partnered holistic journey to employment. Offering a qualification, recent work experience, interaction with state of the art facilities, portfolio pieces and learners being taken out of their comfort zone. With the integration of AI led recruitment technology to assist in removing the unconscious bias during the selection process for interview.
Our Vision and Mission
Our vision is to foster a culture of continuous learning and resilience within diverse communities, aiming to shape a more enlightened and sustainable global future. We believe in the transformative power of education and meaningful employment opportunities. Through personalised, impactful interactions and a commitment to lifelong learning, we strive to empower individuals and communities to realise their full potential. We are dedicated to bridging gaps in education and employment, creating a network of support that cultivates innovation, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility, one life-changing experience at a time.
Our mission is to actively connect individuals within local communities to fulfilling, sustainable job opportunities that align with their skills and aspirations. We are committed to dismantling barriers to employment, such as skill gaps, cultural misunderstandings, and systemic challenges, by nurturing a mindset focused on positive work ethics, career longevity, and meaningful cultural exchanges. Our approach is holistic and inclusive, emphasising the importance of personal development, community engagement, and cultural competency. By equipping people with the tools and support they need for career success, we aim to foster a more connected, thriving local economy that benefits everyone.
Levels Leaders
Levels Leaders is a part of The Levels Group, a tapestry of projects that are already in production or in pre-flight. Each project will serve to address issues collaboratively and provide opportunities for partnership in order to spotlight issues and tackle them as a community. The Levels Group operates under the Trademarked term Levels – It’s A Mindset. The word Levels is deep routed in culture and is regularly used in politics, sport, gaming and broader culture to describe the journey we all face both individually and collectively to become the best versions of ourselves. It’s A Mindset is a tagline used to inspire a commitment to lifelong learning and the formation of a positively developmental and progressive focus on skills learned in any situation and their transferability.
Awards and Recognition
Our backgrounds in entrepreneurship, education and consistent community action has seen us win multiple local and national awards and also create a network of like minded people. We have been willing to take on challenges to support projects and organisations for over a decade. We have a belief that through consistency of collaboration, assisting in communicating a distinct positive message is the bedrock of creating hope, understanding and opportunities within our local and national communities. We have a deep understanding of what it takes to enable business to feel comfortable with making reasonable adjustments within their workplace recruitment and training strategy and also work with schools, colleges and universities to ensure that we are creating a harmonious and consistency in messaging. Our understanding of the need for consistency in content delivery and harnessing the power of the latest technology to leverage social media and the online space as a force for good.
Why we care so much about our community
- Our Roots and Shared Values: The foundation of Levels Group lies in our upbringing, family stories, and consistent interactions with diverse cultures and communities. This has cultivated a profound passion for ensuring that experiences are not just accessible but enriching for all. We understand that the most meaningful experiences are often those shared, and our commitment to inclusivity stems from these deep-rooted values.
- A Unique Perspective for Change: Josh and Craig, driven by their personal stories and backgrounds, feel uniquely positioned to drive significant change and make a genuine difference in communities across the country. Their diverse experiences and connections have instilled in them a deep understanding of the needs and aspirations of the people they aim to serve.
- Our Vision for the Future: At Levels Group, our vision extends beyond the present. We are fuelled by big plans for the future, envisaging more impactful partnerships and a comprehensive range of online and in-person learning experiences. These plans are not just aspirations; they are a commitment to evolving and adapting to better meet the evolving needs of our community.
- Join Us on the Journey: We invite you to be a part of this journey toward positive change. By joining Levels Group, you are not just participating; you are contributing to a community-focused vision that values accessibility, diversity, and shared experiences.
Meet our advisory team.
We aim to continue to grow and nurture a diverse advisory board who are committed to driving forward social impact and positive change in our communities. Our regular meetings ensure we are generating productive conversations and ensure we are keeping up with the ever changing local, national and global landscape.
Joel Balkwill
-CEO of Cic Spiral Skills -Top 100 2022 Social Entrepreneur -10 Years Young Person Advocate In Lambeth
Rita Fiuza
-Employment Engagement Manager -Making A Difference Programme For Education Development Trust -Disability Confident Advocate
Nemo D’Quill
-Non-binary DEI expert -CEO & Founder of Sigma Polaris -World-renowned public speaker -DR from University of Bristol
John Blackman
-Community Engagement Officer For Croydon -Serious Violence & Exploitation Lead -County Lines & Serious Youth Violence Reduction Advocate
David Coker
-GPS Lead At Ark Globe Academy -Behaviour Student Development Lead -Programme & Systems Specialist
Richard Fenn
-Director of LSBU Croydon Campus -Community Engagement Lead
Louis Downs
-Young Enterprise Croydon Board Member Over 14 Years -BA Hons Advertising Brand Management -Manufacturing & Tech Entrepreneur
Colin Crookes
-MBE For Services To Disadvantaged People & The Environment -Serial Social Entrepreneur -CEO of Intentionality -Author Of ‘How To Make A Million Jobs: A Charter For Social Enterprise’
Danielle Littlejohn
-MD Best Foot Forward Training -Executive Trainer and Coach -Promoter of confidence and capability through private, council and charity projects