Meet Renae Domaschenz

Renae has in depth experience in working with multidisciplinary teams in areas such as health and innovation, education, program evaluation, governance and policy, strategy, compliance and sports advisory. If you get up early enough, you can also spot Renae coaching the next wave of Olympic rowing heroes on Lake Burley Griffin.

Q Tell us how you came to join Proximity.

A I was searching for a firm that would fit my values, enable me to approach my work with a new perspective, and free me from the rigidity and limitations that come with working for larger consulting organisations. Proximity is a fantastic fit for this since it encourages innovative and customised service delivery.

Q What is your proudest moment in a professional context?

A I’m most proud of the times I’ve achieved a goal that was difficult to reach as well as the times I went above and beyond to achieve success. These have been transforming, memorable, and career-defining experiences that have had a long-lasting effect on my professional growth.

Q What advice would you give to someone starting out in their career.

A Think like a leader. Be confident but humble. Really consider the problem in all its facets. Unpack it, do the research, ask the client thoughtful questions, mobilise relevant teams, and ultimately, drive to solutions through hypothesis-based thinking.

Q What keeps you awake at night?

A Wondering whether poison is more poisonous or no longer poisonous if it passes its expiry date and how Neil Armstrong was the first person to land on the moon and how strange it is that Neil A backwards, spells Alien.

Q With an eye to the future, what does success look like for you?

A Aligning my work and life with my values is what I’d consider a success. Through my career I aim to create something of value that has a positive impact on people.

Q Away from work, what is your passion?

A Anything outside. I love getting outside before sunrise—rowing, hiking, running, birding, breathing crisp, cold air. Exploring forests without a particular destination in mind. I love the experience of connecting with something bigger than my own little self.