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THE NETWORK ADVANTAGE

Our “Network Advantage” enables us to assemble a team around each client’s objectives, drawing on international advisors and specialists with experience across the private, public, and non-profit sectors. 

The Agency

Specialized in connecting clients to a network of value-added partners around the world across industry, academia, and government, the Varanda Network uses its global and domestic connections in the public and private sector to propel growth.

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Practical Support

We work as an extension of our clients’ teams, bringing clear communication, flexibility, and hands-on support to each engagement. Being “easy to do business with” is a quality clients value in TVN, alongside our ability to bring the right people together around an opportunity. We take the time to understand each organization’s capacity and priorities so that our recommendations are useful, achievable, and supported by a clear path to implementation.

Our approach connects government, industry, academia, and civil society to address the conditions that enable investment and business growth. Applying the Triple and Quadruple Helix Models of Innovation, we help clients identify shared priorities, strengthen partnerships, and connect economic opportunities with talent, research, infrastructure, and community needs.

Collaborative Appoach
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OUR TEAM

At the heart of The Varanda Network is a team that understands the value of relationships. We combine our experience with the knowledge of our wider network to help clients turn their ambitions into action.

CEO, Founder
Bernadette Fernandes

Bernadette is known as a connector, bringing together people, expertise, and opportunities through her extensive experience in international business and economic development.

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Principal
Petrina Ferris

Petrina brings an analytical perspective and international experience in research and management, helping clients navigate complex challenges and make informed decisions.

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Consultant
Tahlia Ferlatte

Tahlia combines experience in economic development, strategic communications, and stakeholder engagement to build relationships and advance client priorities.

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The Varanda Network is an economic development consulting agency with a focus on Government, Industry, and Academia. With headquarters in Canada, and offices in the UK and Portugal, and partners in Brazil and Qatar, The Varanda Network accelerates economic growth with trusted partners all over the world.

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