Workforce readiness & solutions foundation 501(c)(3)
in association with Arizona Education Economic Commission, WRSF supports the mission to develop a highly skilled workforce
About the Foundation
Our Story
Our Approach
Our Story
In association with the Arizona Education Economic Commission (AEEC), the WRSF supports the mission of developing a long-term highly skilled and motivated workforce, while driving sustainable economic growth. Founded in 2024, the WRSF supports in-demand industries and businesses in Arizona to assist in executing deliverables that bridge the gap between business and K-12 education.
Mission
Our Approach
Our Story
In partnership with Business Leaders and Educators, to provide Students and Adults clear and sustainable pathways to valuable careers in Strategic Industries.
Our Approach
Our Approach
Our Approach
WRSF is committed to building a long-term skilled workforce. Through the AEEC, WRSF financially assists educators, administrators, and strategic industries to execute the deliverables that produce an educated, skilled and motivated workforce that can compete in a global economy.
foundation leadership
Scott Holman - Chief Executive Officer
Scott Holman is a passionate, dynamic, and results-oriented human resource and operations leader with 35+ years of experience and a strong record of developing local and global organizations at Intel, IM Flash, Micron and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). He is highly skilled in strategic planning, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness, as well as building and developing global teams. Scott holds exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence and persuade key stakeholders.
Scott's career is marked by his recognition for developing high-performing organizations and employees and optimizing talent to foster high levels of morale and engagement. He has expertise in creating high-performance, collaborative cultures that identify effective solutions impacting overall workforce performance. John loves to develop teams and individuals and build robust and holistic solutions that sustainably impact business growth while having fun doing it.
As CEO, Scott is dedicated to driving the Foundation's mission forward, ensuring sustainable growth and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation that benefits the entire community and supports all AEEC initiatives.
Board of directors
Ania Ostrowicka - Director
An innovative, visionary, and experienced professional and subject matter expert specializing in digital transformation and strategic management. Her academic foundations were laid at Oxford Brooks University, where she obtained a bachelor’s degree in Managing System Information. She expanded her knowledge with postgraduate studies in Managing Healthcare Service Organizations at SGH Warsaw School of Economics and proceeded with her academic journey with a master’s degree in the Science of Health Care Service Delivery from Arizona State University (ASU) and is certified by Harvard Medical University as Leader in Digital Transformation.
Anna’s significant contributions are manifested through her leadership in one of the largest digital transformation projects in Europe, both in scale and funds. She has been a leading figure in shaping the international transformation of data exchange, ensuring seamless interoperability, and fostering collaborations among multiple national and international stakeholders. As, a co-founder of the National Interoperability Council in Poland, Anna led a Public-Private Partnership initiative, which resulted in the nationwide implementation of interoperability standards for data exchange.
With years of transformative experience in both the public and private sectors and distinguished qualifications, she is an invaluable and strategic leader concentrating on inducing economic growth at multiple levels by aligning and implementing innovative and impactful solutions.
She is fully committed to serving the Foundation as a director, ensuring that all deliverables defined by the Arizona Education Economic Commission are executed with the highest focus on quality and sustainability.
Dr. Mark Syms - Treasurer
Dr. Syms is one of the first physicians in the country to be board-certified in neurotology and is a national leader in hearing technology. With nearly two decades of experience treating ear problems, Dr. Syms has helped thousands of people improve their quality of life. He graduated with honors from Boston College with degrees in biology and philosophy before earning his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College. After completing his ENT residency training at Tripler Regional Medical Center in Honolulu, Dr. Syms completed his fellowship training at the House Ear Clinic in Los Angeles, one of the world's premier surgery organizations.
Dr. Syms is a frequent lecturer on neurotology, presenting locally, nationally, and internationally, and is an extensively published author. He is also a member of numerous professional organizations.
Dr. Syms is committed to serving Arizonans in building a healthy and strong society where every family can grow and thrive. The Foundation's mission and vision align with Dr. Syms’ personal goals, bringing his full commitment to serve the Foundation with determination and excitement.
WHAT wrsf supports
WRSF helps financially support the execution of the AEEC mission and deliverables. See the deliverables on the Industry Solution Program map.
