About anEDGE
anEDGE is a Canadian organization specializing in one-on-one coaching and mentoring for individuals pursuing careers in law enforcement. Our mission is to support candidates throughout their police recruitment journey with personalized guidance and development plans tailored specifically to their unique needs. We design individualized coaching plans to help candidates become fully prepared and stand out as top-tier applicants for law enforcement positions. Our program is led by a team of senior corporate leaders and seasoned police officers with extensive experience in recruiting, training, and mentoring candidates for all Canadian law enforcement agencies, including Municipal Police, OPP, the RCMP, and the CBSA.
About Our anEDGE Team
Kevin Wagner, MBA
Managing Director
Kevin, equipped with a master’s degree in business, cultivated his career within Fortune 500 companies. An accomplished leader throughout his career, he has a long history of training, mentoring and coaching individuals to successful careers using sophisticated programs and resources.
Bringing a distinctive corporate viewpoint to a robust policing and law enforcement team, Kevin emphasizes the importance of sound business principles and a structured systems approach in nurturing and mentoring law enforcement candidates.
Gerald Lau
Senior Director / Partner
With over three decades of dedicated service in law enforcement, Gerald Lau has cultivated a distinguished career marked by expertise in investigations, crime prevention, recruitment, and training. His enduring passion, however, lies in mentoring youth, empowering them to achieve success, and guiding aspiring officers along their career paths.
In the latter part of his career, Gerald served as a school liaison and youth officer, where he gained invaluable insight into the challenges faced by today’s youth interested in policing. This dedication and passion led him to play a pivotal role in the JIBC Assessors Program, where he conducted numerous pre-recruit interviews and provided crucial guidance to potential applicants navigating the hiring process. As a School Liaison officer, he was instrumental in coordinating and running summer police academies. Many of his former students maintain contact with him even after his retirement, a testament to his impact. Several of these individuals, under Gerald’s guidance, have successfully entered law enforcement, benefiting from his invaluable mentorship.
Gerald remains committed to mentoring candidates, ensuring they are well-prepared for the rigorous recruitment process. Beyond his professional pursuits, he finds solace and enjoyment in spending time on the water and the golf course. His unwavering passion for mentorship continues to shape future generations, empowering them to achieve their dream.
Shana Wagner, MA
Senior Director / Partner
Shana embarked on her professional journey with unwavering dedication, serving directly under the Police Chief as a civilian within the municipal police force. This role provided her with numerous opportunities, from participating in the pilot phase of PRIMEBC software to facilitating its subsequent implementation across various departments. It also allowed her to take on the responsibility of training municipal police departments throughout BC.
Shana’s career changed as she transitioned from law enforcement to Human Resources. Here, she dedicated several years to honing her skills, showcasing her adaptability and versatility. Her journey culminated in her assuming the Municipal Chief Administrative Officer role, where she effectively leveraged her diverse experience to lead.
Later, Shana was headhunted for a position at the Richmond Olympic Oval, where she has since dedicated 15 years to overseeing HR and various other departments within the municipal corporation.
Shana’s academic achievements include a master’s degree and a teaching certification, further enriching her professional profile. With her extensive background in Human Resources, recruitment, and training, coupled with her years of experience in municipal policing, Shana is exceptionally qualified to guide candidates toward successful careers in law enforcement.
Paul Fayle
Senior Director / Partner
Paul, a 38-year veteran of policing in the UK and British Columbia, began his career as a British Bobby with the Greater Manchester Police and later joined the New Westminster Police Service in Canada.
Throughout his tenure, he rose from Constable to Staff Sergeant and became deeply involved in recruitment, conducting background investigations and contributing to final selections.
With a keen understanding of law enforcement requirements, he has mentored numerous successful applicants and offers tailored coaching to exceed application prerequisites. Paul aims to guide aspiring candidates towards fulfilling careers in law enforcement, providing unwavering support throughout the process.
About Our anEDGE Philosophy
- Ensure absolute clarity in your application for Law Enforcement in Canada by removing any ambiguity or uncertainty.
- Provide guidance and assistance at every phase of the process!
- Refine and cultivate both you and your skills.
- Prepare you thoroughly beyond the application stage!
- Transform you into a highly sought-after candidate.
- Set you up for the career you want.