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Concept Receives Prestigious Willard Kirkpatrick Training Award

Calgary, Alberta - July, 2009

Willard Kirkpatrick presents Dave Kinley,
CEO of Concept Electric with the 2008
Willard Kirkpatrick Training Award on
behalf of Merit Contractors Association

Calgary - Concept Electric is proud to announce that it was awarded the 2008 Willard Kirkpatrick Training Award at Merit's Annual General Meeting on June 3, 2009 in Edmonton.

Stephen Kushner, President of Merit Contractors Association says, "We're honoured to have Concept Electric as a member. Their commitment to training and encouragement of their employees to better themselves is a wonderful demonstration that shows open shop contractors in the province are dedicated and excellent employers." Merit honours a member firm for their achievement in demonstrating a tremendous commitment to establishing and promoting training within their organization. The award has been named after one of Merit's visionaries, Willard Kirkpatrick, Merit's founding chairman and a long time board member.

Concept's employee training includes extensive training in safety, leadership, communication skills, project management, accounting, and technical and specialized training, both internal and external. All employees hired participate in the company'sCareer Advancement Program, which includes one-on-one meetings that help employees identify career goals and objectives and the training required to assist them in meeting their goals. This includes regular skills assessments and a career development plan which identifies required training, coaching or resources to excel in their current position as well as prepare them for their next assignment or role in the company.

Back Row, left to right:
David Smart (Career Advancement Coordinator), Dave Kinley (CEO),
Willard Kirkpatrick, Joel Thompson (VP of Merit Contractors
Association), Shirley Schmold (CFO)

Front Row:
Catalina Nestor (HR Coordinator), Melody Bundt Witwer
(Director of HR), Susan Williams (Career
Advancement Administrator)

The majority of Concept’s journeymen and foremen began their apprenticeships with Concept and have progressed throughout their careers within the company. All apprenticeship administration is handled by Concept’s Human Resources department. A mass school sign up meeting is conducted prior to SAIT’s annual registration and dates for apprenticeship training are chosen at that time. HR’s goal is to make training registration and administration as easy as possible for the employees. Should apprentices require additional support or training in preparing for their next period completion, Concept sponsors the cost of these programs and HR coordinates their enrollment. Challenge exam fees are also reimbursed to the employees provided they have passed.

Concept Group:

Since 1987, Concept has evolved from an electrical and controls installation contractor to a highly regarded solutions provider, with products and services to meet the high demands of our customers. We have grown to approximately 280 employees, comprised of electricians, heating, ventilating and refrigeration mechanics, plumbers, project managers, controls specialists, and systems design planners. One of Concept’s core values is “Personal development which is achieved through strong leadership and training.” Concept continues to focus on this value and is proud to invest in the employees who contribute to its on-going success.

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