Isabelle Fernandes

Early & Creative Talent Lead, Avanade

I am passionate about access to opportunity for ALL people, in particular young people.

Currently leading on the Early and Creative Talent programmes at Avanade, I work on strategy and recruitment helping the business shape their diversity and creative careers approach. I work to ensure diverse candidates are provided opportunities to use varied skills and mindsets to reach their full potential in the workplace- I believe give the opportunity, everyone has something brilliant to offer.

I spend most of my spare time volunteering, this is something I am passionate about. I work weekly with young people in alternative education on a community farm in Waterloo. I also help run a charity Kids Week for children with disabilities and when I can, spend time with a refugee charity in Calais. I am happiest outside and can often be found listening to podcasts, whilst sliding around in mud in the freezing English countryside!