Drew Fernandez — CEO
A dynamic and forward-thinking business and Human Resources leader with extensive experience across global, regional, and local roles - Drew brings a unique blend of strategic vision and hands-on expertise in driving business transformation, advancing the future of work, and nurturing global talent and network teams. With a background spanning diverse industries and geographies, Drew has successfully navigated the complexities of mature, developing, and emerging markets - consistently delivering results and striving to exceed expectations. Recognized as one of the Top 3 Most Inspirational Filipinos on LinkedIn.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Human Resources leader with extensive experience in global talent management and organizational development.
Location: Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
Experience: 20 yrs 11 mos
Skills
- Human Resources
- Organizational Development
- Talent Management
Career Highlights
- Top 3 Most Inspirational Filipinos on LinkedIn
- Led HR for 45,000 associates globally
- Expert in driving business transformation
Work Experience
The Coca-Cola Company
Senior Vice President and Head of People & Culture, Coca-Cola Europe (3 yrs 2 mos)
Global Chief People Officer, Coca-Cola Bottling Investments Group (3 yrs 4 mos)
Vice President and Chief People Officer, Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines (1 yr 3 mos)
Sitel
Chief Human Resources Officer Asia Pacific (6 mos)
Unilever
Global Head of Human Resources, Unilever Food Solutions (6 mos)
Senior Global Innovation Transformation HR Director (1 yr 4 mos)
Senior Global & European Human Resources Director, Unilever Foods (2 yrs 4 mos)
Senior Human Resources Director - Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia & Laos (3 yrs 7 mos)
Head of Talent Management, Leadership and Organisational Development (11 mos)
Senior HR Business Partner Manager – Customer & Market Development (3 yrs 5 mos)
Senior HR Business Partner Manager - Shared Services and Corporate Functions (2 yrs 11 mos)
HR Business Partner Manager - Customer Development & Supply Chain, Site HR Head (11 mos)
Brand Manager Foods / Trade Marketing Manager Ice Cream (11 mos)
Education
Executive Communication at Harvard University
Executive Compensation at The Wharton School
Bachelor of Science - BS at Ateneo de Manila University