ENERGY worldnet Inc. Welcomes Matt Joiner, ED.D.

Energy Worldnet (EWN) • October 9, 2018

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October 1, 2018, Decatur, TX

ENERGY worldnet, Inc. (EWN) is proud to welcome Matt Joiner, Doctor of Education, as the company's Executive Director of Continuing Education and Training.

A graduate of the Texas Tech Doctoral Program with over 18 years of experience in public education, Dr. Joiner will be responsible for leading the EWN Education Department in coordinating efforts with higher education institutions and accreditation programs.

When asked about adding Dr. Joiner to the EWN staff, Mayra Maese, Senior Vice President of Education and Compliance, stated, "At EWN, we are committed to setting the benchmark for our industry's workforce development needs. Dr. Joiner is the perfect person to lead our Education Department in developing the next generation of education and training programs. His expertise and deep knowledge of education make him an incredibly valuable asset to our company and will allow EWN to expand further into the academic sector and change the way our industry trains and qualifies its workforce."

When asked about the position, Dr. Joiner added, "I am truly honored to be joining the ENERGY worldnet team. EWN has a longstanding and trusted reputation for excellence in safety training and compliance certification. In my new role, my goal will be to build upon this excellence, infuse my experience and knowledge in K-12 and postsecondary education administration, and create innovative, 21st-century learning opportunities for our clients. The industry-leading work in which we will soon engage will be designed to support existing and forge new relationships and collaborations. I am pleased to be a part of the rewarding work that is to come."

In addition to his previous position as the Career, College, and Military Readiness Administrator Coach for the Region 11 Education Service Center, Dr. Joiner also has experience as a professional educator, Continuing Education Coordinator, Campus Director, and College Dean.

ENERGY worldnet, Inc. has over 24 years of experience providing training, evaluations, record management, and consulting services to the energy industry. EWN's continued industry presence and leadership has earned the company a dominant position in the global marketplace.

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