Renee M. Smith
About Renee M. Smith
Renee M. Smith is a business development professional with a background in IT security and sales analysis. She has worked at Ribbon Communications and Rent-A-Center in various roles, contributing to her expertise in business and technology.
Current Role at Ribbon Communications
Renee M. Smith currently serves in the Business Development department at Ribbon Communications, a position she has held since 2023. This role follows her tenure as an Inside Sales Senior Analyst at the same company, where she worked from 2018 to 2022. Both positions are based in Plano, Texas, where she has contributed to the company's growth and strategic initiatives.
Previous Experience at Rent-A-Center
Renee M. Smith has extensive experience at Rent-A-Center, where she held multiple roles over an eight-year period from 2004 to 2012. Her positions included IT Security Specialist/Forensics Analyst, Workforce Management Manager, Human Resources Call Center Supervisor, and Operations Manager - Mobile Support. This diverse experience provided her with a strong foundation in various operational and management functions within the company.
Educational Background
Renee M. Smith has a solid educational background in Computer Science and Business/Corporate Communications. She studied at Northeastern Illinois University and Letterkenny Institute of Technology, where she achieved degrees in Computer Science. Additionally, she pursued Continued Studies in Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology at Illinois State University, enhancing her technical expertise.
Career Progression
Renee M. Smith's career has shown a clear progression from technical roles to business development. After starting as an IT Security Specialist/Forensics Analyst at Rent-A-Center, she transitioned into management roles before moving into sales and business development at Ribbon Communications. This trajectory reflects her adaptability and growth in the technology and business sectors.