QS Quacquarelli Symonds, UK. Sebastian Fernandes has been appointed head of events and candidate marketing at QS Quacquarelli Symonds.Sebastian has over two decades of experience leading global events, marketing, and recruitment initiatives across more than 70 cities worldwide. Prior to joining QS, he held senior leadership positions overseeing global operations, marketing, and partnerships, including delivering over 800 international student recruitment events and managing campaigns that engaged more than two million students annually. In his new role, Sebastian will lead QS’s global events and candidate marketing strategy, working closely with a multicultural team and university partners to drive innovation, enhance candidate engagement, and deliver impactful recruitment experiences. Sebastian said: “I’m proud to join the QS team, a company I’ve admired throughout my career. I look forward to working with our exceptional teams around the world to create even stronger connections between universities and students, and to continue building QS’s reputation for excellence in higher education.”