Rennie Govender

Rennie Govender is a Product Owner and Product Manager at Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking, based in Johannesburg, South Africa. He has a strong background in technical leadership and digital transformation, focusing on integrating advanced technologies such as AI, Blockchain, and Robotics into banking operations.

Professional Background

• Current Role: Rennie has been serving as a Product Owner/Product Manager since April 2024, concentrating on technology transformation within CIB Operations.

• Previous Experience:

  • Lead, Blockchain Integration & Innovation: November 2023 - March 2024.
  • Head of Data and Automation CIB Operations Technology: May 2020 - November 2023, where he was responsible for delivering technology solutions that supported the operations business data strategy.
  • Various Leadership Roles: He has held several key positions at Standard Bank, including overseeing technology portfolios across Africa and managing client support operations.

Rennie is recognized for his commitment to customer focus and has received multiple performance-related awards throughout his career. His expertise spans across the financial services sector, including banking and insurance, and he has also worked at Ernst & Young (EY), a global consulting firm.12