Around the world, World Renew works to end hunger, expand economic opportunity, and improve health in communities facing poverty and disaster. Guiding this work is our Global Executive Team (GET), a group of experienced leaders who help shape strategy, strengthen operations, and ensure lasting impact.
The GET supports World Renew’s Executive Directors in the United States and Canada and oversees key areas of our ministry—from global programs and disaster response to internal operations and organizational development. Together, they partner with 67 local organizations across 29 countries to advance sustainable, community-led change.
With more than a century of combined experience, the team brings deep expertise across development, humanitarian response, finance, operations, and people leadership—ensuring our work remains effective, accountable, and responsive to the communities we serve.
These outstanding professionals provide visionary leadership and strategic direction to World Renew’s ministry and mission,” said U.S. Executive Director Carol Bremer-Bennett. “The GET is helping shape how we grow as a truly global, multi-local organization.”
Working across three continents, the GET supports staff, partners, and communities who bring our mission to life every day. We are deeply grateful for their dedication to living justice, loving mercy, and serving Christ.
Looking ahead, World Renew’s leadership sees the GET as a key driver of continued growth and impact.
“Our global executive team’s strategic insights and commitment to World Renew’s values will propel us further in achieving our global objectives,” Carol added. “In a time of growth and change for World Renew, we’re excited to add each member’s skills and expertise to our executive team.”
Learn more about each GET member below, or to explore more about our work, please visit worldrenew.org/who-we-are.
Brittani Anthony
Chief People and Culture Officer (CPCO)
Brittani Anthony began her work as global head of people and culture in November 2024. In her role, Brittani provides strategic leadership in human resources planning, policy, organizational development, and transformative change, overseeing all people and culture-related activities.
Brittani brings more than 17 years of experience in human resources to her position, having served in various executive and leadership roles in diverse work environments.
“I am joining World Renew’s ministry with a commitment to holistic service,” Brittani said, “and in alignment with people-focused strategies to do justice, love mercy, and serve Christ.”
Bernad Ojwang
Chief Operational Officer (COO)
Bernad Ojwang began his position as chief operations officer for World Renew in November 2024. He will play an essential role in furthering World Renew’s mission through effective and strategic management of the organization’s operations.
Bernad has about two decades of experience in the development and humanitarian sectors with previous positions focused on health and nutrition, human rights, displacement and migration, people management, and more.
“I aim to serve others with love and compassion, reflecting the Light that guides our mission,” Bernad said.
Christi Schaefbauer
Chief Financial and Investment Officer (CFIO)
Christi Schaefbauer joined World Renew as chief financial and investment officer in July 2024. In her role, Christi will ensure World Renew’s financial sustainability by managing World Renew’s investment strategy and portfolio, overseeing financial strategies and budgets, and collaborating with executive leadership and both boards of directors to drive growth.
Christi brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of success to World Renew, as well as extensive financial leadership experience across the education, nonprofit, government, and private sectors.
“I am eager to bring my strategic mindset, collaborative leadership style, and passion for making a positive impact to this esteemed organization,” Christi said.
Ru Waddell
Chief Program and Impact Officer (CPIO)
Ruairidh Waddell (Ru) began his role as chief program and impact officer for World Renew in January 2024. As CPIO, his work includes implementation of strategic initiatives, program budgeting, field funding, and ensuring high-quality programming that creates measurable impact in the communities we serve.
Ru has worked with World Renew since 2014 and brings more than two decades of experience in international development, disaster response, and justice programming to his role.
“The engagement of a chief program and impact officer as part of a broader executive team is a significant step forward in the growth of World Renew,” Ru said.
Mike White
Chief Marketing and Philanthropy Officer (CMPO)
Mike White began his role as chief marketing and philanthropy officer for World Renew in January 2024. His position provides strategic leadership and direction on a global scale, with a focus on growing giving and strengthening long-term financial sustainability to support World Renew’s mission.
Mike brings more than 15 years of experience leading marketing and development efforts in international non-profits, including World Vision and Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA), where he helped teams steward significant philanthropic investment. Prior to this, he spent over two decades in the telecommunications sector in senior sales and marketing roles.
“Serving as CMPO is a deep honour,” Mike said. “I am inspired by World Renew’s commitment to justice, mercy, and Christ-like service, and by its approach to shifting power to partners. I look forward to the journey ahead.”
