Meet Renata
With over 20 years of corporate experience in HR, marketing, communications, and social impact across industries like cybersecurity, finance, and technology, Renata now channels her expertise and passion into empowering purpose-driven businesses through impactful engagement programs, meaningful social initiatives, and strategic communication.
Renata holds an honours BA from the University of Waterloo and a Certificate of Community Involvement from Boston College Centre for Corporate Citizenship. She is a certified Corporate Social Responsibility Practitioner and believes that purpose-led businesses are sustainable businesses.
Previously, Renata has served as a Board Director with the Greater Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber of Commerce (including 2 terms as Chair of the Board), the Donkey Sanctuary of Canada, and Leadership Waterloo, mentored with Women in Communication and Technology (WCT), served as a member of the University of Waterloo Alumni Council and volunteered her time in the equine community with Equine Guelph.
Originally from Hamilton and currently residing in Guelph, ON with her husband and two sons, Renata is active in her local community. She currently advises as part of the Strategy Committee for the Guelph Community Foundation and is a member of the Executive Committee for the International Women’s Forum – Waterloo Chapter.
Renata is an avid skier, equestrian, and general advocate of all things outdoorsy.