Ms. Palenik is Vice President of the Corporate Project Management Office for Aristocrat Technologies, Inc. She is an executive with over 30 years of professional experience, and holds a Master of Arts in Education (MAEd) from the University of Phoenix, a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from St. Joseph’s College, and certification as a Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP), and Project Management Professional (PMP). Ms. Palenik spent over 17 years as an Advisory Services Director for PwC, leading consulting engagements for domestic and multi-national clients designed to improve financial and operational effectiveness, drive revenue growth, and realize cost efficiencies. She has been a member of the Las Vegas community since relocating to Southern Nevada in 1991, and is active in the community supporting various philanthropic and charitable organizations through board service.