From the Community: Why this Nominee Stands Out

“Fathima is a true thought leader in early talent and D&I strategy, overseeing both the U.S and Canadian early talent efforts. She brings a transformative lens to how we engage, build trust with, and inspire the next generation of talent. Through her visionary leadership, she's helped shape and influence how TD connects authentically with underrepresented communities and builds long-standing, high-impact university partnerships. Her commitment to inclusive hiring, student engagement, and driving representation continues to set the tone for both strategy and execution at every level. 

Fathima's influence spans across borders, and her impact is deeply felt throughout our early talent programs in both the U.S. and Canada. She consistently champions inclusive hiring practices, leads with authenticity, and ensures inclusion remains at the core of everything we do. Her leadership has been instrumental in evolving our approach to university recruiting, embedding D&I into our strategic partnerships, and uplifting the voices of underrepresented talent. Fathima not only sets a vision-she mobilizes teams across borders in both the U.S. and Canada around it.”