Fernando Garcia

Fernando Garcia is an accomplished legal and human resources professional with extensive experience in leadership roles across various industries. Currently serving as the Chief People and Legal Officer at Opta Group since February 2024, Fernando oversees HR and legal functions, focusing on scaling global operations and creating compliance programs. Prior to this, Fernando held positions such as Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Cargojet, managing a wide range of legal matters across multiple regions, and General Counsel at Nissan Canada, steering corporate legal and regulatory affairs. With a strong educational background including an MBA from Wilfrid Laurier University and a BCL/JD from McGill University, Fernando has demonstrated expertise in strategic management, labor relations, and compliance throughout a distinguished career.