Renee is the Director Corporate Services at Wollongong City Council, responsible for the oversight of Governance, Legal + Risk, Customer Service, Information Management + Technology, Human Resources and Financial Services. Leading a staff of over 160 people, Renee has a strong focus on the health, safety and welfare of her team and on improving business outcomes. Renee has recently completed a Masters in Urban Policy and Strategy from the University of NSW and also has a Masters in Strategic Management and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Wollongong. Renee is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and is also an Evaluator with the Australian Business Excellence Foundation.