Francesca White

Francesca White is a seasoned professional in sustainability and corporate social responsibility with extensive experience across various industries. Currently serving as Head of ESG at The Very Group since March 2020, Francesca leads a global team and has successfully transitioned the Sustainability team to encompass a comprehensive ESG risk function. Key responsibilities include developing the company's Environment and Social strategy, defining due diligence frameworks, and engaging with senior stakeholders. Previous roles include Senior Sustainability Manager, Senior Supply Chain CSR Manager at The Very Group, and various positions at ASOS, Fair Factories Clearinghouse, and Pentland Brands, where Francesca has driven initiatives in ethical trade, carbon footprint reduction, and supply chain management. Francesca also holds an Alumni Fellowship at Nottingham Trent University and has advanced qualifications in Business Sustainability Management from the University of Cambridge.