March 12, 2001
For Immediate Release

Alberta Treasury Branches Recognized for Leadership Transformation

Achieving leadership transformation in a large organization is no easy task. It takes resources, dedication, and buy-in from all levels of management. But the results of undertaking this kind of organizational renewal can be extremely rewarding. Because of the enormous dedication it takes to achieve sustainable leadership transformation, The Banff Centre for Management has initiated an award to recognize organizations that achieve this. In recognizing Alberta Treasury Branches (ATB), Larry Hulsmans, senior director of The Banff Centre’s Core Leadership and Management programs, says "Alberta Treasury Branches’ commitment to developing leaders at all levels reflects its dedication to improving the culture of the organization." For the past three years, ATB has sent its managers through a variety of skill-enhancing leadership programs at The Banff Centre for Management. "The impact of this development has been an overall increase in the level of leadership within ATB, which has translated into improved customer service, more efficient operation, and a positive shift in the culture of Alberta Treasury Branches." Hulsmans will present the Leadership Excellence Award to the ATB’s president and chief executive officer, Paul Haggis, at the ATB offices in Edmonton at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, March 16^th. Other 2001 Leadership Excellence winners include the Canadian Diabetes Association and Alberta Agriculture.