Kanarick-Godinez Named Emerging Training Leader
Training Magazine has announced the 25 winners of its 2025 Emerging Training Leaders awards, and among the honorees is Ivey Kanarick-Godinez, Learning & Development Facilitator at BankWest.
Kanarick-Godinez Named Emerging Training Leader
Training Magazine has announced the 25 winners of its 2025 Emerging Training Leaders awards, and among the honorees is Ivey Kanarick-Godinez, Learning & Development Facilitator at BankWest.
Training Magazine has announced the winners of its 2025 Emerging Training Leaders awards, recognizing 25 standout Learning and Development (L&D) professionals across the country. Among the honorees is Ivey Kanarick-Godinez, Learning & Development Facilitator at BankWest.
The Emerging Training Leaders awards celebrate individuals who have been in the training industry for two to ten years and have demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and measurable impact through training initiatives. Winners were selected from 71 nominations submitted by peers and colleagues, and judged by Training Hall of Famers, Editorial Advisory Board members, and the magazine’s editor/publisher.
“Ivey’s recognition is a testament to her passion for learning and her ability to lead initiatives that drive real business results,” said Dr. Becky Burke, VP Learning & Strategic Development at BankWest. “Her commitment to coaching, collaboration, and innovation has made a lasting impact on our team and our customers.”
Kanarick-Godinez will be profiled in the March 2026 issue of Training magazine and honored at an awards ceremony on February 24, 2026, at Disney World’s Coronado Springs Resort during the Training 2026 Conference & Expo in Orlando, FL.
To qualify, nominees had to take on new responsibilities in the past year and lead a large-scale training initiative that achieved business goals and demonstrated results. Ivey’s leadership qualities and potential to lead an organizational training function in the future were key factors in her selection.
BankWest continues to be recognized for its commitment to employee development and excellence in training. This latest honor reinforces the organization’s dedication to cultivating talent and empowering its workforce to deliver exceptional customer experiences.
The Emerging Training Leaders awards celebrate individuals who have been in the training industry for two to ten years and have demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and measurable impact through training initiatives. Winners were selected from 71 nominations submitted by peers and colleagues, and judged by Training Hall of Famers, Editorial Advisory Board members, and the magazine’s editor/publisher.
“Ivey’s recognition is a testament to her passion for learning and her ability to lead initiatives that drive real business results,” said Dr. Becky Burke, VP Learning & Strategic Development at BankWest. “Her commitment to coaching, collaboration, and innovation has made a lasting impact on our team and our customers.”
Kanarick-Godinez will be profiled in the March 2026 issue of Training magazine and honored at an awards ceremony on February 24, 2026, at Disney World’s Coronado Springs Resort during the Training 2026 Conference & Expo in Orlando, FL.
To qualify, nominees had to take on new responsibilities in the past year and lead a large-scale training initiative that achieved business goals and demonstrated results. Ivey’s leadership qualities and potential to lead an organizational training function in the future were key factors in her selection.
BankWest continues to be recognized for its commitment to employee development and excellence in training. This latest honor reinforces the organization’s dedication to cultivating talent and empowering its workforce to deliver exceptional customer experiences.