Render started with a simple goal. Build networks better.

Built on the need for change

With trillions of dollars being spent on network infrastructure projects around the world, finding new ways to maximize productivity and minimize risk has never been more critical.

New solutions to traditional approaches

With a combination of deep industry knowledge, operational experience and expertise across mathematics and software development, we’ve been able to create an innovative approach to solving the challenges associated with modern infrastructure projects.

Reimagining the rollout of network projects

Through the automation of manual tasks, optimization of resources, and map-based visualization end-to-end, with Render’s work management software it is now easier to manage network engineering and construction work.

Sam Pratt

Chief Executive Officer

Sam is a commercial strategy and digital product leader with executive, advisory and strategy consulting experience in finance & technology sectors across Australia and APAC. Sam is passionate about innovation and leading teams to harness the power of technologies with global impact. Sam is focused on scaling Render’s software platform for the benefit of global Network Design and Construction industries. 

John Podlena

Chief Technology Officer, PhD

John has an extensive history in leading research and software development teams on innovative technology projects including global aircraft and simulation, optimisation engines used in manufacturing & transport and rapid product prototyping and development. PhD qualified in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence and Operations Research), John is passionate about building great products using new and disruptive technologies.

Markus Giesen

Chief Product Officer

With the customer always top of mind, Markus is a strategic product leader with a diverse skill set across digital technologies, human centered design, agile delivery methods and innovation at scale. Markus has spearheaded the development of customer innovation practices for some of Australia’s largest brands including the rollout of a new Australian broadband ISP in 2014. He is passionate about agile delivery and creating great user experiences.

Dan Flemming

Co-Founder & Director

As the former Head of Construction at nbn Co., Dan has deep operational and leadership experience spanning construction and telecommunications giving him a unique perspective on deployment management. Dan brings to life his vision of combining today’s technologies with the power of automation to truly innovate the way large-scale networks are deployed.

Joe Forbes

Co-Founder & Director

Joe is involved in several technologies businesses with a focus on B2B SaaS underpinned by commercial mathematics. Joe is creating a group of businesses that blend good design and mathematics, providing accessible business analytics and optimisation. Most importantly he wants to work with smart people who build clever solutions that clients love to use.

Sarah Nelson

Company Secretary

Sarah is Company Secretary at Render Networks and Group Chief Financial Officer for Biarri Group. A former Partner at PricewaterhouseCooper, Sarah is a key contributor to our growth strategy and leads the legal and commercial structures to ensure successful global expansion. Sarah brings over 20 years of governance, financial and commercial experience across a number of industries. 

James Crowe

Director

James is a leading M&A lawyer with 25 years experience in Australia and the US. He has advised companies through periods of strategic change including liquidity events, M&A transactions and international expansion. James has deep tech sector experience and has undertaken numerous deals for leading domestic and international technology acquirers, investors and founders. 

Luke Lawrentshuk

Director

Luke is a Partner at KPMG Australia and highly experienced Corporate Finance/Mergers and Acquisitions specialist with accomplishments across retail, consumer product, industrial and healthcare sectors. Luke comes from an investment banking background and has a deep understanding of mergers, acquisitions, divestments, privatisations and valuations of both public and private companies.