Job Description
Business Link Alberta (“BLA”) is a government-funded, not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners across Alberta. For over 30 years, BLA has helped thousands of prospective and existing small business owners and entrepreneurs through webinars, events, conferences, and personalized one-on-one consultation. In addition to providing advice on how and where to get help, BLA has administered grant funding programs on behalf of government. BLA collaborates with and partners with a number of other service providers, funding providers, and small business supports across the province of Alberta. BLA serves over 5,000 clients a year, drawn from all reaches of the province: rural, urban, small and large cities and suburbs.
Our Mission
Business Link Alberta helps Alberta’s small businesses start and succeed.
Our Values
Inclusive
Impactful
Non-Judgmental
Our Culture
Innovative
Transparent
Open-Minded
Collaborative
Respectful
Belonging
JOB STATEMENT
The Event Planner is responsible for all BLA event activities. Event activities include:
Planning, coordinating, and executing all BLA’s event logistics, including BLA’s annual Newcomer Symposium (1), Small Business Week get-togethers (2), small market get-togethers (2-4), webinars (40-45), Peerpreneur Sessions (3-5), among others.
Support for coordinating and executing BLA’s participation in events run by ecosystem partners.
Planning, coordinating and executing internal events such as our annual board strategy session, holiday events for staff and staff “all hands” meetings and town halls.
The Event Planner ensures every event is professionally delivered, aligned with organizational priorities, and executed to a high standard.
Eligible candidates are energetic, outgoing professionals who thrive on bringing people together and delivering exceptional events and webinars. With a passion for small business and entrepreneurship in Alberta, you’re excited about creating experiences that support and empower entrepreneurs across the province. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Alberta’s small business community.
Reporting – The Event Planner reports to the Manager, Marketing & Communications and is a member of the Marketing & Communications Team.
Linkages
Directors – Operations & Client Services, and Administration & Corporate Secretary
Community Engagement Planner
Webinar Committee
LOCATION
Offices in Edmonton or Calgary.
BLA is a hybrid work employer, requiring employees to work either in the office or face-to-face at other locations outside the home office 3 days per week.
ROLE COMPONENTS
Annual Event Planning & Calendar Management
Develop and manage the annual calendar of Business Link Alberta–led webinars and events.
Plan programming timelines 3–6 months in advance to ensure effective coordination and delivery.
Align event programming with marketing campaigns and client service priorities.
Maintain master event documentation, schedules, and planning resources.
External (Business Link Alberta–Hosted) Events
Lead planning and execution of up to entrepreneur-facing webinars and signature events.
Coordinate speakers, facilitators, moderators, and external vendors.
Develop detailed run-of-show documentation and oversee event-day execution.
Manage event platforms (Zoom, MS Teams, Eventbrite).
Oversee all event logistics, including venue coordination, catering, A/V, registration, and materials.
Track attendance and engagement metrics and prepare post-event reporting.
Internal Employee Events
In collaboration with the Director of HR, plan and execute internal events, including Town Hall meetings, staff retreats, and holiday or recognition events.
Partner with HR and Leadership to support employee engagement initiatives.
Manage logistics, including venue booking, catering, vendor coordination, and scheduling.
Provide presentation support for the Executive Director and Leadership team as needed.
Vendor Management
Manage event-specific budgets and ensure effective use of resources.
Identify opportunities for efficiencies and cost savings while maintaining high-quality event delivery.
Cross-Team Collaboration
Work closely with Marketing & Communications to support event promotion and post-event communications.
Collaborate with Client Services to ensure programming meets client needs.
Partner with HR to align internal events with organizational priorities.
Coordinate with internal staff participating in Business Link Alberta events to ensure smooth execution.
QUALIFICATIONS
Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business, Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or a related field. Equivalent experience will be considered.
3–5 years of experience in event coordination or event planning, including both virtual and in-person events.
Demonstrated experience coordinating event logistics and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Experience working with vendors, venues, and external service providers.
Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills with a high level of attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Client Services, and Human Resources.
Experience using virtual event platforms (such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Eventbrite), registration tools, and CRM systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams. Experience with marketing tools is considered an asset.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends as required for events.
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within Alberta.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Competitive salary aligned with comparable roles in other not-for-profit and government-funded organizations in large City centers
Comprehensive Employee Benefit Package including:
100% Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits.
STD, LTD, Life and Critical Illness insurance.
Company pension plan (defined benefit with company-paid contributions)
Employee assistance program.
15 Vacation Days
6 Sick Days
4 Personal Days
Paid holiday closure (Dec. 24 – Jan. 1)
Annual Professional Development allowance.
As an equal opportunity employer, Business Link Alberta values diversity and is committed to fostering a culture of respect, collaboration, transparency, and innovation.
This position is cross-posted in both Calgary and Edmonton.
Application deadline: March 20, 2026
Anticipated start: April 27 - May 1, 2026
Our Mission
Business Link Alberta helps Alberta’s small businesses start and succeed.
Our Values
Inclusive
Impactful
Non-Judgmental
Our Culture
Innovative
Transparent
Open-Minded
Collaborative
Respectful
Belonging
JOB STATEMENT
The Event Planner is responsible for all BLA event activities. Event activities include:
Planning, coordinating, and executing all BLA’s event logistics, including BLA’s annual Newcomer Symposium (1), Small Business Week get-togethers (2), small market get-togethers (2-4), webinars (40-45), Peerpreneur Sessions (3-5), among others.
Support for coordinating and executing BLA’s participation in events run by ecosystem partners.
Planning, coordinating and executing internal events such as our annual board strategy session, holiday events for staff and staff “all hands” meetings and town halls.
The Event Planner ensures every event is professionally delivered, aligned with organizational priorities, and executed to a high standard.
Eligible candidates are energetic, outgoing professionals who thrive on bringing people together and delivering exceptional events and webinars. With a passion for small business and entrepreneurship in Alberta, you’re excited about creating experiences that support and empower entrepreneurs across the province. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Alberta’s small business community.
Reporting – The Event Planner reports to the Manager, Marketing & Communications and is a member of the Marketing & Communications Team.
Linkages
Directors – Operations & Client Services, and Administration & Corporate Secretary
Community Engagement Planner
Webinar Committee
LOCATION
Offices in Edmonton or Calgary.
BLA is a hybrid work employer, requiring employees to work either in the office or face-to-face at other locations outside the home office 3 days per week.
ROLE COMPONENTS
Annual Event Planning & Calendar Management
Develop and manage the annual calendar of Business Link Alberta–led webinars and events.
Plan programming timelines 3–6 months in advance to ensure effective coordination and delivery.
Align event programming with marketing campaigns and client service priorities.
Maintain master event documentation, schedules, and planning resources.
External (Business Link Alberta–Hosted) Events
Lead planning and execution of up to entrepreneur-facing webinars and signature events.
Coordinate speakers, facilitators, moderators, and external vendors.
Develop detailed run-of-show documentation and oversee event-day execution.
Manage event platforms (Zoom, MS Teams, Eventbrite).
Oversee all event logistics, including venue coordination, catering, A/V, registration, and materials.
Track attendance and engagement metrics and prepare post-event reporting.
Internal Employee Events
In collaboration with the Director of HR, plan and execute internal events, including Town Hall meetings, staff retreats, and holiday or recognition events.
Partner with HR and Leadership to support employee engagement initiatives.
Manage logistics, including venue booking, catering, vendor coordination, and scheduling.
Provide presentation support for the Executive Director and Leadership team as needed.
Vendor Management
Manage event-specific budgets and ensure effective use of resources.
Identify opportunities for efficiencies and cost savings while maintaining high-quality event delivery.
Cross-Team Collaboration
Work closely with Marketing & Communications to support event promotion and post-event communications.
Collaborate with Client Services to ensure programming meets client needs.
Partner with HR to align internal events with organizational priorities.
Coordinate with internal staff participating in Business Link Alberta events to ensure smooth execution.
QUALIFICATIONS
Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business, Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or a related field. Equivalent experience will be considered.
3–5 years of experience in event coordination or event planning, including both virtual and in-person events.
Demonstrated experience coordinating event logistics and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Experience working with vendors, venues, and external service providers.
Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills with a high level of attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Client Services, and Human Resources.
Experience using virtual event platforms (such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Eventbrite), registration tools, and CRM systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams. Experience with marketing tools is considered an asset.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends as required for events.
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within Alberta.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Competitive salary aligned with comparable roles in other not-for-profit and government-funded organizations in large City centers
Comprehensive Employee Benefit Package including:
100% Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits.
STD, LTD, Life and Critical Illness insurance.
Company pension plan (defined benefit with company-paid contributions)
Employee assistance program.
15 Vacation Days
6 Sick Days
4 Personal Days
Paid holiday closure (Dec. 24 – Jan. 1)
Annual Professional Development allowance.
As an equal opportunity employer, Business Link Alberta values diversity and is committed to fostering a culture of respect, collaboration, transparency, and innovation.
This position is cross-posted in both Calgary and Edmonton.
Application deadline: March 20, 2026
Anticipated start: April 27 - May 1, 2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Event Planner position is now open for candidates interested in the Event Management Jobs sector. This role in Edmonton offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Event Management Jobs is a plus.