OTEC announces the appointment of Sherry Sibio as the new Vice President. Sibio brings years of experience in hospitality, sales, marketing, and customer service. OTEC also promoted three staff members to reflect their growth and talents. OTEC is a not-for-profit training organization that delivers solutions to develop skilled workforces for the tourism, hospitality, and service industries.

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OTEC is pleased to announce three staff promotions and a new Vice President,
Sherry Sibio, who brings years of experience, talent and skill to support the expansion
of our evolving markets and client solutions.
“This is an exciting time for OTEC and we are happy to have a new Vice President
join our existing and talented team,” says Victoria Behune, President and CEO,
OTEC. “A dynamic leader with diverse experience, Sherry will help create exponen-
tial growth for OTEC and contribute to our client success.”
Sherry Sibio joins OTEC as Vice President, Client Solutions. Sherry has helped clients
reach customer satisfaction and revenue growth as an owner of a global training
and consulting organization. She has also held senior positions in the hospitality
sector, including the role of Director of Sales and Marketing for a major international
hotel and resort brand. For over 20 years, Sherry has helped organizations improve
performance to strengthen employee talent and development. Sherry brings to
OTEC valuable knowledge and expertise in sales, marketing, customer service and
leadership within the hospitality and tourism industry.
At OTEC, Sherry is responsible for developing strategies and tactical initiatives to
ensure market growth and customer retention. She also collaborates with OTEC’s
valued clients and partners on solutions for team and business success. Sherry holds
a Masters in Tourism Management (MA) from Royal Roads University. She also has a
Marketing Degree from University of British Columbia and an Adult Education Certifi-
cate from the University of New Brunswick. Sherry can be reached at ssibio@o-
tec.org
Three OTEC team members have also been promoted to reflect their growth and
talents. Kim Marshall (MES) has been promoted to Senior Manager, Consulting &
Partnership Projects. Since joining the team in 2011, Kim plays a key role in develop-
ing and managing OTEC training and consulting projects. Ava-Dawn Mair
(M.Sc.,CTP) is now OTEC’s Manager, Learning & Performance. With over 10 years
international experience in the hospitality and tourism industry as well as an exten-
sive background in training and adult learning, Ava-Dawn plays an integral role in
the development of OTEC’s training programs. Kelly Lang has also been promoted
to Design & E-Learning Project Coordinator. In this role, Kelly is responsible for the
coordination of OTEC’s learning program development, including instructor-led
training, webinars and e-learning initiatives.
OTEC welcomes new Vice President to
executive tem and announces team
promotions
ABOUT OTEC: OTEC is an Ontario-based independent, not-for-profit training,
consulting & workforce development organization that delivers high quality,
creative and branded solutions for the development and growth of a
professional, skilled workforce. It is the leading source support for communities to
build workforce capacity and for companies to attract, retain, and develop high
performing employees, leaders, and become Employer of Choice organizations.
OTEC is the premier source for Customer Service training and strategy
development, Tourism Ambassador training, Leadership skills training, certifications
and education products and services for tourism, hospitality and service oriented
organizations in a wide range of industry sectors both nationally and
internationally.
For Immediate Release
September 13, 2016
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