Fernanda joined Caravan in 2022 as head of people and culture, before being promoted to people and culture director in 2024. With nearly two decades of experience in HR within the hospitality industry – including time at Wagamama, Wahaca and Megan’s – she focuses on building inclusive, values-led cultures that help people grow and thrive. At Caravan, she’s helped shape a people strategy centred on fairness, wellbeing, and internal development. The business has been recognised as a Diversity & Inclusion Leader at the MCA Hospitality Awards in 2025, Peach 20/20, and CORE Recruitment in 2024. In 2024, Fernanda was also nominated for the MCA’s Rising Star award for her work in evolving Caravan’s culture and championing meaningful change across the business.