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Nestled in the heart of downtown Calgary, the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre (CTCC) stands as a symbol of connection, hospitality, and excellence, with over 50 years of leadership as Canada’s first purpose-built convention centre. With more than 120,000 square feet of dynamic event space and direct connectivity to premier accommodations including the Calgary Marriott Downtown, Hyatt Regency Calgary, and Fairmont Palliser through Calgary’s +15 network, CTCC is a vital gathering place where business, community, and culture come together.
The Vice President, People & Culture is a new role where you will have the opportunity to shape the employee experience, strengthen organizational culture, and help define the future of one of Calgary’s most recognized civic institutions. Reporting directly to the President & Chief Executive Officer and serving as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will lead the development and execution of an integrated people strategy that inspires performance, fosters engagement, and supports a workplace where individuals and teams can thrive.
This is a pivotal leadership role for a strategic, people-centered executive who understands that exceptional guest experiences are driven by exceptional employee experiences. As a trusted advisor to the President and CEO and Executive Team, you will shape and advance an integrated people strategy encompassing talent, culture, leadership, and organizational effectiveness. Through your leadership, you will build capability, strengthen engagement and performance, and foster an inclusive, high-performing culture that positions CTCC as an employer of choice in a dynamic, service-driven environment.
The ideal candidate brings a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline, with a CPHR designation considered an asset. You offer 10 years of progressive leadership experience, including senior executive responsibility within complex, service-oriented environments such as hospitality, tourism, large venues, or event-based operations. You are known for building trust, developing leaders, navigating complexity with empathy and sound judgment, and creating cultures where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work.
Join a leadership team that understands people are at the heart of every memorable experience. At CTCC, you will help shape a culture where employees feel connected to purpose, inspired by leadership, and empowered to create extraordinary experiences for guests, partners, and the community.
Janet Soles and Associates has been retained to conduct this search on behalf of the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre. For more information about this opportunity or to apply, please send your curriculum vitae and letter of interest with the Subject Line – “VP, People and Culture – CTCC” in confidence to apply@jssearch.ca .
