Kirsten A. Edwards is currently working with Pearn Kandola LLP as a Diversity Specialist. Prior to this, she spent 6 years with Coutts where she held various roles across the HR function, most recently Associate Director for Culture, Engagement and Diversity. She has over 16 years' experience across 4 continents in the financial, technology, professional services and public sectors and is a Chartered Member of the CIPD. She is a guest lecturer at Kings College London for both undergraduate and Masters level students and has also presented on the University of Kent MBA programme.