Carla Paradis

Meetings and Event Coordinator @Ledcor

Calgary, AB, CA

Key Responsibilities Events:Event Planning & Strategy: Develop and execute event strategies that align with corporate objectives. This includes defining event goals, timelines, budgets, and success metrics. Vendor & Venue Management: Source, negotiate, and manage contracts with venues, caterers, AV providers, and other vendors. Act as primary liaison to ensure all logistics are finalized and executed smoothly.Internal Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders—including HR, communications, and executive teams—to gather requirements, coordinate approvals, and ensure alignment across departments.On-Site Execution: Oversee event setup, registration, guest experience, and troubleshooting during the event. Ensure all elements—from signage to catering—are delivered to standard.Post-Event Reporting: Collect feedback, analyze event performance, and provide insights for continuous improvement. Maintain accurate records of event spend and outcomes.Key Responsibilities Travel:Travel Coordination & Booking: Review travel arrangements through CWT and Concur including flights and hotel bookings. Invoice Management: Oversee the coding, reconciliation and timely payment of Enterprise, Budget, Avis and Toll rental invoices. Collaborate with finance and accounts payable to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies. Hotel RFP Development: Assist with the construction and management of the hotel Request for Proposals (RFPs) for corporate events and recurring travel needs.

Humber College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Business Management

Athabasca University

Anatomy and Physiology

Humber College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning

Diploma, Fashion Arts and Business

The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education at Toronto Metropolitan University

Public Relations Certificate, Public Relations/Image Management