ABOUT AVAIL HR
Get Better Results with Avail HR Training Solutions
Edwina Bateman has a comprehensive understanding of the key demands of operating a business. Throughout her working career, she committed to a high standard of human resources management that has contributed significantly to maximizing organizational productivity while playing a key role in ensuring the attainment of bottom-line objectives.
Edwina is an accomplished professional with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree, Human Resources Management. She obtained “Excellent” grading in Human Relations, Marketing Management and Organizational Behaviour – all of which are critical to Human Resource mandatory requirements in any successful business.
Edwina's instinctive ability, combined with her work and life experiences “avail” her the skills to achieve overall operational efficiency by demonstrating proficient skills in problem-solving, communication delivery, strategic planning, leadership, and self-management.
Edwina is passionate about making a positive difference for individuals and organizations. She is committed to being a reliable partner to assist Leaders and Managers enhance their skills.
“I remember the ‘work of leadership’ like it was yesterday; how difficult it was to motivate staff, come up with strategies to create team spirit, deal with conflict and, oh yes, the communication issues galore! That’s why I love what I do as an HR Trainer. After more than 30 years in a number of leadership positions throughout my career, I am acutely aware of these leadership challenges. My years of experience, followed by professional education, have given me the expertise to offer modern-day leadership strategies that fit with today’s workforce. The style of leadership is completely different from the baby boomers who believed in a job for life. Whether you’re the leader of a small team, manager of a large retail store, or CEO of a global corporation, you have to learn how to genuinely connect with your people to be the person they will respect and follow."
~ Edwina Bateman
A few of our valued clients...
"We approached Avail Consulting Services to establish a consistent, comprehensive HR program at Premier Siding & Window Sales. Edwina reviewed our current HR policies, developed a new Policies and Procedures Manual, and trained our key staff through both soft skill workshops, and the acclaimed Front Line Leadership Course. Edwina’s dedication to our business is clearly evident in all aspects of her work. Her experience in the HR and Business field gives her a wealth of knowledge, and she knows how to apply that knowledge in a practical and results-oriented way. She empowers you with her best practices and goes beyond the scope of any contractual agreement. Edwina has been a massive help to me going forward in my business, and I would recommend her services to anyone looking for HR consultation."
- Gord Andrews, President, Premier Siding and Window Sales Ltd.
"Edwina Bateman is a true professional! With a broad range of human resources skills and experience, she is positioned to address clients’ coaching and facilitation needs no matter how large or small an organization is. Her attention to detail ensures an engagement is well prepared and addressed in a way that sets the bar high for others to follow. When facilitating leadership development solutions, Edwina’s warmth and relationship building are paramount, which is followed by her being fully conversant as a subject matter expert. She stays on the edge of learning and developing solutions that benefit her clients. When working with Edwina you feel you have engaged a long-lasting business partner!"
- Denise McIntyre, Founder & President, The Learning Edge Inc.
"In today’s economy, many businesses are confronted with numerous challenges to remain relevant to consumers. Human Resources continues to be the fundamental core of an organization and failing to address this area can significantly impair its competitive edge. AVAIL is a local company specializing in HR needs with an understanding of the NL labour market. Leading Edge Credit Union contracted AVAIL for assistance in performance management and was extremely satisfied with the solutions that Edwina provided. Consistent communication with complete transparency made the process of consulting simplified as we were delivered a tailored solution for our organization within a very reasonable time frame and budget. I would highly recommend any organization seeking HR support and assistance to contact AVAIL for a prompt, professional and affordable solution."
- Cory Munden, CEO, Leading Edge Credit Union