Design Declares Australia

Chairperson

RENY®

We are in the business of creative exploration, pioneering transformation for organisations & brands focused on designing better outcomes for humanity.

Co-Founder / Managing Partner

Co-Founder / Design Director

Surfrider Foundation Australia

Advisory Board Member

Chumpy Pullin Foundation

Member Board of Directors

Skin Check Champions

Advisory Board

ELECTRIC ⚡️

Partner

Eon Labs

Mr Simple - Sidelife

mwah. making work absolutely human

Luxottica Group

General Manager Wholesale

Oakley Asia Pacific

General Manager - Arnette Sunglasses ANZ

Sales Director

CEO / Partner @ RENY®Studio | B Corp

As a co-founder and managing partner at Reny ®, I have the amazing opportunity to help transform companies through Orbital Design (picking up where Human-Centred Design left off, giving Mother Nature a seat at the design table, leading to social and climate impact). 

I am an award-winning writer for my publication Uncluttered White Spaces (2009-16), and my new book, Lessons in Creativity, will be available in all good bookstores from May 2025 through Wiley Publishing.

As a certified B Corp, we design creative solutions, products, and brands that impact the community, climate, and humanities.

I have experience working with driven leaders, obsessive designers, genius engineers, demanding CEOs, ambitious CMOs, hard-driving founders, eager investors, observant writers, precise technologists, insightful artists, visionary directors, gifted misfits, hopeful students and passionate up-and-comers.

Client/Project experience: Patagonia, Google, K-Mart, Canon, Nike, Adidas, American Apparel, Dolce & Gabbana, Ray-Ban, Chanel, Prada, City of Sydney, City of Melbourne, Tourism Australia, Cancer Council, Heart Foundation, Mr Simple, Herschel, ProBuild, Stone Island, CP Company, Boxfresh, Giro, Oakley, Electric, Luxottica, Bank of SA, Westpac Bank, St George Bank, Australia Post, Land Rover, Boody, Re-Design, Vandal, Warner, Carryology, IMG.

I have advised senior executives and boards and worked with some of the world's most important brands. I currently serve as Chair for Design Declares, the advisory board for the Surfrider Foundation, and I was the founding board member for The Chumpy Pullin Foundation. 

My insights and writing have been featured in Fast Company, ABC, Inc. Magazine, and other prominent publications, earning me recognition as an awarded writer. My new book, Lessons in Creativity, will be available in May 2025.

I frequently speak on the value of Orbital Design (For Impact), creativity, and technology through platforms like TEDx and Vivid Sydney. I was also invited to speak at Parliament House with the Prime Minister and government officials on the role of creativity and design in shifting our future.

Ben Rennie

CEO @ Digital Consulting Ventures | Remote Staffing Solutions

As the CEO of Digital Consulting Ventures, I help companies navigate the challenges of finding top talent, expanding to Asia, and upskilling their workforce to stay ahead in today’s competitive market. With over 8 years of experience in HR Tech, talent strategy, and business growth, I have a track record of enabling organisations to scale effectively and sustainably.

What I Do:
🔍 Talent Acquisition: I connect companies with the right talent at cost effective prices to drive their growth, ensuring they find individuals who are not just skilled, but also aligned with their business goals.

🌏 Business Expansion into Asia: I guide organisations through the complexities of entering the Asian market from India to Nepal, leveraging my deep understanding of the local business landscape, culture, and market dynamics.

📈 Upskilling & Workforce Development: In an era of rapid technological change, I help businesses bridge skill gaps and build resilient teams equipped for the future. 

Why Work with Me:
✅ Proven Results: My team and I have successfully helped numerous companies find top talent and expand their footprint in Asia, contributing to their long-term growth.
✅ Strategic Insights: With a background in HR tech and talent management, I provide actionable strategies for workforce optimisation and market entry.
✅ Customised Solutions: We tailor our approach to fit each company's unique goals and challenges, ensuring a seamless transition into new markets.

Specialties:
Talent Acquisition & Recruitment
Business Expansion Strategy in Asia
Upskilling & Workforce Development
HR Tech & Talent Management

Let’s connect if you're looking to expand your business into Asia, find top talent, or want to future-proof your workforce through targeted upskilling.

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