The AWES Board of Directors, Executive Director and team of consultants are all committed to providing the highest level of essential skills assessments, workforce training and development, expertise and research.
We have strong backgrounds in education and training. We are highly practical, results-driven people. We want to see the positive effect of learning on individuals and organizational performance. This means meeting individual learner needs and aligning them closely with business outcomes like quality, safety, productivity and time management. We tailor training, collaborate, and set clear, agreed upon goals. We respond to your specific needs.
AWES Team - Versatile Collaborative Precise Responsive People-Centred
Board of Directors Our governing board is a blend of key partners from business, industry, government, union and sector councils. Together, we keep AWES at the leading edge of Albertaʼs current and emerging Workplace Essential Skills needs.
Executive Director Cindy Messaros leads AWES using her extensive education and training background, English as a Second Language (ESL) and essential skills expertise and program management experience. She is a team player, understands workplace needs and excels at integrating solutions.
Consultants AWES has a core team of consultants with a broad range of skills to share with our clients. We also have a large network of agencies, practitioners and professionals to help us design and deliver packages to meet your unique requirements.
AWES Network In addition to our core team, AWES is part of a much larger essential skills network in and beyond Alberta. We openly share our best practises and contribute to provincial, inter-provincial and national discussions. Through this network, we find leaders, ideas and learning resources to make sure we can meet your unique needs.