Fernanda Farina

Background

About Fernanda Farina

I am a sustainability compliance and human rights leader with 15 years of experience advising global companies on how to anticipate, manage, and embed ESG obligations into strategy and operations. A qualified lawyer and DPhil (Oxford), I bring deep technical expertise in the evolving sustainability regulatory landscape — including EUDR, CSRD, Green Claims and Modern Slavery regulations.I specialise in helping multinational businesses future-proof compliance and unlock opportunities by- Designing and leading governance structures and cross-functional compliance programmes- Embedding responsible sourcing and human rights due diligence across complex value chains- Advising C-suite executives and Boards on ESG risks, trade-offs, and growth opportunities- Representing companies in trade associations, industry forums, and regulatory dialogues.My career spans the private sector (Starbucks, KPMG), civil society, and academia (Oxford, Columbia) and legal institutions giving me a holistic understanding of sustainability and human rights challenges across geographies and industries. I have worked across 30+ countries in EMEA, UK, LATAM, and Africa, and am fluent in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.Passionate about building inclusive and resilient supply chains, I aim to bridge regulatory compliance with commercial strategy, helping businesses lead responsibly while protecting people, planet, and brand reputation.