Workforce readiness & solutions foundation 501c(3)
in association with Arizona Education Economic Commission, WRSF supports the mission to develop a highly skilled workforce.
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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. WRSF supports the Arizona Education Economic Commission's mission as the bridge between education and industry. Arizona's future workforce runs WRSF and the AEEC.
Our Approach
Our Approach
Our Approach
WRSF is committed to building a long-term skilled workforce. Through the Arizona Education Economic Commission, 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
EDWARD COTA - CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
A seasoned Fortune 500 Global Executive with 16+ years of experience in strategic development, and the negotiating and structuring of highly complex multi-national deals. An innovative, skillful, and strategic negotiator, Mr. Cota has personally led and successfully negotiated over 120 multi-million-dollar contracts and renewals across the globe for some of the world’s largest and most well-respected organizations throughout his career in the private sector, including Coca-Cola, Aetna, Humana, Whirlpool, Caterpillar, Chase, Wells Fargo, Mercedes Benz, AIG, among many more. In addition to being on the Board of Trustees for The Valley College of Osteopathic Medicine, Mr. Cota currently serves as Chief Strategy Officer for the Arizona Department of Education, Liaison to the Navajo Nation for the Arizona Department of Education, and is proud Chairman of the Arizona Education Economic Commission.
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 Arizona Education Economic Commission's mission and deliverables. See the deliverables on the Industry Solution Program map.
