Best Center – Who We Are
Your Career. Your Choice. Your Training.
The Business and Employee Skills Training (BEST) Center at Genesee Community College is the recognized regional leader for developing a skilled workforce that drives local economic growth. It offers a wide range of programs and services to prepare individuals, businesses, and organizations for success in the regional economy. With open enrollment seminars, customized training, and partnerships with national online training programs, the BEST Center caters to the needs of both large and small businesses. Additionally, its state-of-the-art meeting rooms and computer lab provide a sophisticated environment for business training. The BEST Center is recognized for its innovation and excellence, winning multiple awards for its workforce development and economic development practices.
Meet The Team
Meet The BEST Center Instructors
At the BEST Center, we take great pride in our team of highly qualified and dedicated instructors who are passionate about both education and industry innovation. Our instructors bring a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience to the classroom, ensuring that our students receive the highest quality training and the most valuable insights.
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Expertise and Experience
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Personalized Instruction
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Industry Connections
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Commitment to Excellence
Bill Hayes
Instructor of Basic AC & Refrigeration, EPA 608 Certification
Mark Pratt
Instructor of Industrial Electric
Douglas Brooks
Director of Rural Police Training Academy
John Laird
Assistant Director of Rural Police Training Academy
Stephen Ladley
Instructor of Pre-Licensing (5-hour), Defensive Driving, Driver Education
Maria Neale
Instructor of Pre-Licensing Class (5-Hour), Impaired Driving Program