Fareshta Nazari
About Fareshta Nazari
Fareshta Nazari is a seasoned project management professional currently serving as the Lead Project Management at OANDA in Toronto, Canada. With a background in Agile project management and a focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives, she has extensive experience in managing large-scale corporate projects across various financial institutions.
Work at OANDA
Fareshta Nazari has been employed at OANDA since 2019, serving as the Lead Project Management. In this role, she manages the Project Management team and oversees various initiatives within the organization. Her responsibilities include implementing Lean (SAFE) governance processes and managing corporate projects, including new branch openings and crypto introductions. Additionally, she launched a company-wide Value Stream Management initiative as part of the Lean Methodology in Q2 2021.
Previous Experience at Intact
Before joining OANDA, Fareshta Nazari worked at Intact as an Agile Project Manager from 2016 to 2018. During her two years in the Commercial Lines Software Engineering department, she focused on enhancing project delivery and implementing Agile methodologies to improve team performance and project outcomes.
Experience at Scotiabank
Fareshta Nazari spent seven years at Scotiabank, from 2009 to 2016, where she held the position of Associate Director in Business and Data Strategy. Her work involved strategic planning and data management at the company's office located at 63-40 King St W, Toronto, Ontario. Prior to this role, she participated in a rotational program at Scotiabank from 2007 to 2009, serving as an Analyst in various capacities, including Accounting Officer and Business Analyst in the Derivatives and Equity - Securities Borrowing and Lending sectors.
Education and Expertise
Fareshta Nazari obtained her Masters Certification in Project Management from the Schulich School of Business at York University, completing her studies from 2013 to 2014. This academic background has equipped her with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in project management roles across various industries.
Leadership in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
In addition to her project management responsibilities, Fareshta Nazari serves as the Global Equity Diversity and Inclusion Lead at OANDA, representing the Americas. In this capacity, she is responsible for delivering on multiple EDI programs for the years 2021 and 2022, demonstrating her commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace.