Executive Director
Brad Labadie
Brad’s career includes over 20 years in the public sector and 6 years in the private sector food industry. For the past 13 years, he has been involved with labour market research and workforce development through both the Workforce Planning Board of Waterloo Wellington Dufferin and Centre for Workforce Development. He has lead some very innovative projects that addressed various labour market concerns as well as engaged communities to focus on issues such as youth unemployment, misperceptions of manufacturing, providing an inclusive community and immigrant employment.
Contact Brad: [email protected]
Operations and Administrative Coordinator
Bonnie DeRushie
Bonnie has been with the Centre for Workforce Development for over 20 years, having started her career at the Board when it was known as the East Central Ontario Training Board. Reporting to the Executive Director, she is responsible for maintaining the Board finances and administration. With a solid background in project operations, you will often find her leading key Board projects in the community.
Contact Bonnie: [email protected]