Franca Fargione
Lawyer & Workplace Investigator
Expertise
- Workplace Investigations
- Training leaders and HR professionals on how to conduct workplace investigations
- Conducting respect in the workplace training
- Providing workplace remediation and sensitivity training
- Implementing measures for creating psychologically safe and inclusive workplaces
- Developing positive and forward-thinking workplace policies
- HR management advisory services, such as performance management, discipline, and termination
PhilosophyIn a word: curiosity
Franca has always been fascinated by the intricacies of human behaviour, why people behave as they do, and this curiosity for people and the organizations that employ them led her down a varied career path, from working as In House Counsel, to serving in various HR roles, as well as conducting workplace investigations.
Today, Franca uses her multi-disciplinary background to help organizations navigate risks and seize opportunities to help transform the experience of work, so that people and organizations can thrive and achieve their full potential.
Called to the Ontario Bar, 2004
Member of the Human Resources Professionals Association (CHRL: 2018), Certificate in Human Resources Management, Human Resources Management: Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.): University of Western Ontario, Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Hons with Distinction), Sociology & Political Science: University of Toronto
Accomplishments
Franca’s background is unique: she is both a lawyer and an HR professional. She has held multiple roles throughout her career including director of investigations, HR business partner and in-house counsel across varied industries. Franca continuously draws on this diverse expertise, whether conducting workplace investigations, providing counsel on HR legal matters, or facilitating sensitive conversations. And she leverages her intuitive understanding of human behaviour to identify and resolve complex workplace issues.
Backstory
When asked about her journey into law, Franca immediately recalled fond childhood memories bonding with her grandfather over episodes of Matlock, a popular 1980s legal drama. This shared love of mysteries and legal dramas led to many spirited debates between them and played a vital role in shaping Franca’s career path. Alongside her innate curiosity and passion for making a positive impact in the world of work, these experiences continue to inspire her every day.
An interesting tidbit
Franca constantly challenges herself by exploring new destinations, new experiences and new ideas. Whether engrossed in a captivating book, climbing glaciers, venturing into lava caves or simply capturing the beauty of a waterfall through her camera lens, Franca remains in a perpetual state of learning and growth.
