Head of Communications & Marketing

Fabio Fernandes is a communications strategist and financial markets expert with a strong background in consumer advocacy, public policy, and over 15 years of experience in communications and marketing. He holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree, which he leverages to analyze and address complex economic and regulatory issues. Currently, Fabio serves as the Head of Communications at the Consumer Choice Center, where he plays a pivotal role in promoting policies that advance consumer freedom and innovation.

His professional journey includes extensive experience in financial institutions, notably Citibank, where he honed his expertise in market trends, macroeconomics, and consumer finance. Fabio has also worked with leading organizations in the telecommunications and consumer goods sectors, including Claro and Nestlé. Additionally, he collaborated with the International Olympic Committee and Team USA during the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Fabio has authored numerous articles on a range of topics, including inflation, rising interest rates, the impact of “buy now, pay later” programs, consumers’ credit score, insurance policies, the sharing economy, and regulatory challenges in intellectual property and innovation. Recently, he’s been focusing his work on the economic impact of policies affecting fast-pacing growing technologies such as robotics, space exploration, and artificial intelligence. Through his work, he advocates for a more balanced regulatory approach to foster innovation and entrepreneurship.