| Leadership Wood Buffalo was a fantastic experience that not only allowed for me to grow as a leader, but allowed for me to meet some amazing people as well. The knowledge I gained from the program will definitely benefit me as I move forward in my personal leadership journey. Tyran Ault, Suncor Energy Services Inc. |
| Wonderful experience. Took away some practical learning + a whole group of individuals I consider to be a bigger team that I can work with. Very proud to be part of the program, and now Alumnus. Willis Doiron, Syncrude Canada Ltd. |
| I learnt how to build trust and how enable others to trust you.
I learnt how to resolve conflicts while working in a team and encourage each other.
I discovered how I can use my strengths to overcome my weaknesses.
I am an introvert but I learnt how to speak right at the right time.
I learnt that diversity is the only common thing among us and we should respect the differences between us.
And above all I met so many wonderful people and made so many good friends.
Thank You Leadership Wood Buffalo for making me a better person. Shadab Sharif, Alberta Health Services |
| Absolutely wonderful experience – very worthwhile. I find myself thinking back to and relying on things learned throughout the program almost daily. Crystal Wilton, Sparksman Transportation Ltd. |
| My insightful thought to be remembered is: IT IS NOT ABOUT THE DESTINATION, IT IS ALL ABOUT THE JOURNEY. Harvey Tulk, Shell Canada |
| The quality of a person’s life is in direct proportion of their commitment to excellence; to their community, their work place and their home, regardless of their field of endeavor. Leadership Wood Buffalo helped me realize this. It doesn’t’ matter what your title is, or who you think or don’t think you are, everyone can be a leader and make a difference! When you perform your best and give it your all, the outcome will be amazing! Mildred Ralph, SNC Lavalin |
| On each of the learning days, the topic aligned perfectly with what was happening at the time in my professional and volunteer life. Russell Thomas, Keyano College |
| “The Leadership Wood Buffalo community leadership program is proving to be the right program in the right place at the right time in our region". Marlene Lane, Syncrude Canada Ltd. |
| From the first day of our opening retreat, I knew that I had signed up for something that would be life-changing… Jennifer Toutant, Suncor Energy Inc. |
| The program was exceptionally organized and provided a wide variety of unique training opportunities. Monica Lance, Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo |
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This has been a learning experience that I will never forget. Apart from the leadership skills, that will be a huge part for both my professional and community service life, I have met and worked with a lot of new friends. Martin Abbott, Shell Canada |
| I have an increased awareness of my leadership style and a desire to further develop my strengths and talents. Lisa Mayhew, Shell Canada |
| "I learned a great deal about myself and my community in this excellent program. The participants, and the program management, are truly caring people committed to excellence, people who care about making Fort McMurray an even better place for all"
"Leadership Wood Buffalo is a excellent program that combines academic work, with great guest speakers , and strong teamwork opportunities. Its like a mini-MBA focused on leadership" Derek Rolstone, Suncor Energy |