Nimble News 13 March 2024

Introducing Suzanne Hawkes...

The Food, Fibre and Timber Industries Training Council would like to welcome our new CEO, Suzanne Hawkes who starts with us on the 8th April 2024.  Suzanne comes from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and has worked in their “Workforce Capability” section. Suzanne has played a major part in the development of a workforce development strategy for WA primary industries.

Once Suzanne has settled in, she looks forward to meeting with our stakeholders and learning more about their workforce and skill needs. 

Suzanne will be contactable by email. Suzanne.Hawkes@fftitc.com.au

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