Since joining Fidelity International, Andrea Jacob has been a driving force for LGBTQ+ inclusion. As Asia Pacific Financial Controller and Global Co-Chair of Fidelity’s LGBTQ+ Employee Network, she has spearheaded initiatives like LGBTQ+ ally training, global events marking LGBTQ+ days of significance and benchmarking Fidelity’s progress through global inclusion indices. Andrea’s leadership has driven Fidelity Australia’s recognition in the Australian Workplace Equality Index and fostered awareness through events like the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. Externally, she volunteers with Qtopia, supporting its governance and financial processes, and mentors minority talent through LGBTQ+ Great. Andrea advocates for LGBTQ+ inclusion because she believes no one should ever feel unable to be their true self. Her commitment to equality is driven by the conviction that authenticity is not a privilege, but a right.
