Governor Meyer Appoints Brenda Wise to DEFAC

DOVER - Governor Matt Meyer today announced the appointment of Brenda Wise to the Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council (DEFAC).

"Brenda Wise brings a strong record of public service and thoughtful leadership that will benefit DEFAC and all Delaware taxpayers," said Governor Meyer. "I'm thankful for her willingness to serve, and look forward to her providing strong, knowledgeable counsel to this critical board."

Wise serves as Corporate Counsel and Director of Global Government Affairs at CSC. She previously was Director of Policy at the Delaware Office of Management & Budget, where she advanced initiatives supporting vulnerable populations and led the state's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) pilot program.

"Brenda Wise is an incredibly accomplished and dedicated public servant who has spent years working to improve the lives of Delawareans across the state," said House Speaker Melissa Minor-Brown. "In a time of economic uncertainty, I know that Brenda will provide a steady voice in the Delaware Economic Advisory Council to help guide the State and General Assembly toward making fiscally responsible and beneficial decisions for the people of Delaware."

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Brenda Wise serves as Global HR Counsel and Director of Global Government Affairs at CSC. In her role, she manages risk related to international employment law and litigation, negotiates agreements on behalf of business units, and develops strategies that enhance partnerships with government entities and regulators in 30+ global jurisdictions. Prior to joining CSC, Brenda served as the Director of Policy at the State of Delaware Office of Management & Budget. While there, she advocated to support programs and initiatives affecting our most vulnerable populations. Notably, she was responsible for the implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) pilot, giving historically disadvantaged businesses the opportunity to participate meaningfully in the state procurement process. Prior to OMB, Brenda worked in the judicial branch where she developed Delaware's first Community Court and first DUI Treatment Court, among other procedural and restorative justice initiatives. She is an active member of the Delaware community serving as Chair of the Delaware Women's Hall of Fame Committee, board member of Rodel, the Wilmington Hope Commission and DANA; and a member of the DE Prescription Opioid Settlement Commission Governance Committee.