I have over 20 years of experience as a Contract and Commercial Management leader that thrives on creatively solving complex problems and building strong relationships based on trust and respect. I have worked across a broad range of industries and geographies including Outsourcing and Technology programs as well as the Sports Management & Marketing fields in North America and Asia Pacific. I have a proactive and positive approach with a drive for excellence and exceeding expectations by making the best use of my communication and negotiation skills that focus on integrity and enthusiasm for achieving long term success for everyone.

My role as the Senior Director of Contract Management, Growth Markets (Latin America, Africa, Middle East & Asia Pacific) Accenture enables me to work with a talented and diverse group of 300+ people across Growth Markets and 150+ people across our Global Legal Network. I'm passionate about expanding the overall team capabilities while leveraging their strengths and interests to help them to bring the best of themselves to work every day. Coaching the team to unleash their potential through a combination of commitment to service excellence to the business and our clients and by challenging the status quo is exciting and rewarding.

My top 5 Gallup strengths are: Positivity – Individualization – Empathy – Developer – WOO (Winning Others Over)

Else Bright has 29 years of experience as Commercial and Contracts Management practitioner specialising in Defence and IT industries in acquisition, services and as-a-service contracting, most recently working for BAE Systems’ Aircraft Sustainment and Training line of business in Williamtown, NSW focusing on the Joint Strike Fighter Program. Else has been a member of WorldCC for many years, and a WorldCC Council Member in Australia representing Aerospace and Defence. Else commenced her role as Senior Director Member Engagement ANZ in April 2022.

Joanna has worked in Contract and Commercial Management for over 20 years for clients based across Europe and Australia. Currently leading the Contract Management function in Accenture Australia for the Communications, Media and Technology sector, leveraging contract expertise, commercial acumen and client relationship skills with a focus on achieving client satisfaction in alignment with commercial objectives and manageable contract risk. Joanna is passionate about empowering others with a strong reputation for training content creation and delivery globally within Accenture. Joanna lives in Melbourne, Australia, with Richard and two young boys.

Michael has been a council member for World CC representing New Zealand for the last 5 years and brings a wealth of public sector commercial and procurement experience. He has a keen interest in using supplier relationships and pragmatic procurement approaches to add value to organisations. His current role is Director Commercial for Disability Support Services within New Zealand.

Rob is a passionate commercial and contracts professional with over a decades experience of program delivery, procurement, and commercial management at both buy and sell side in the United Kingdom and Australia. Rob is a Bachelor and Master of Laws from the University of Manchester, Dean’s Honours listed Executive MBA from Melbourne Business School, and recently awarded Fellow of World CC. Rob’s previous experience in the consulting industry spanned numerous sectors including government and defence, transport and infrastructure, health and human services, as well as commercial consumer facing sectors. A specialist in the Aerospace and Defence sector, Rob is currently the Director of Contract Management for Thales Australia, following Commercial Management roles on some of Australia’s major defence programs with various international Primes.

Rob is passionate about the continued cross-sector professionalisation of Contract and Commercial Management as its own, distinct professional career path, and the enhancement of Commercial Management as the golden thread that facilitates effective commerce between organisations.

Renée Giarrusso is an award-winning communication, leadership, and mindset expert dedicated to helping leaders and teams achieve their potential. As the CEO and founder of RG Dynamics and Limitless Leadership, she brings over 30 years of leadership experience across 24 industries, spanning sectors such as construction, FMCG, real estate, and government. Renée’s expertise in leadership, communication, and behavioural transformation has earned her accolades, including the 2024 Leadership Coach of the Year and the 2023 Most Transformational Corporate Leadership Consultant Award.

A Professional Certified Coach (PCC), master facilitator, and sought-after speaker, Renée inspires organisations to enhance collaboration, performance, and workplace culture. Her mission is to make workplaces exceptional by fostering limitless potential and growth. Known for her relatable and energetic approach, she works closely with clients to develop high-performing teams and sustainable organisational cultures.

Renée is the author of three acclaimed books, including Limitless Leadership and Gift Mindset, the latter earning international recognition with four awards including the USA Living Now Silver Medal. The book is currently being translated for publication in Vietnam, India, and the Middle East. She also co-created the innovative 2 Sides IN 2 Minutes Team Communication Game to enhance team dynamics.

She is a regular columnist for CEO World Magazine and host of The Limitless Leaders Podcast. Passionate about inspiring others, Renée’s programs are tailored to the client and are transformational, not transactional. She energises individuals and teams to unlock their full potential, believing everyone is limitless. Her interactive and thought-provoking sessions leave clients inspired, re-energised, and equipped with actionable strategies to drive success.

Organisations seeking to elevate performance and live their legacy trust Renée and her team to deliver exceptional results.

AJ is a 25 year veteran assisting procurement groups across various industries to design and build next generation solutions. AJ specialises in transforming legacy procurement environments with a focus on delivering value, streamlining, automating and building knowledge within and engagement by the procurement teams. AJ is currently the CPO at Victoria Police and has held other senior procurement roles in Victorian and NSW governments, as well as in consulting and the corporate sector.