Des is one of two Founders in a company called Training Works. He has over 25 years of experience in sales with a strong background in technology, management and human resources. Des has brought a strong business planning focus to his business interests. Des is a Graduate of Memorial University, with a Bachelor of Arts, with a major in Economics and a holder of the Professional Manager designation from the Canadian Institute of Management.Des has served in the past as the Chairman of the St. John’s Board of Trade, the president of the CHBA-NL, and NATI. Des is currently serving as the Chair of the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.