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INCITE is on the lookout for a new Account Manager! This is a great opportunity for a professional with 2-3 years of project management experience in a marketing, communications, or strategy environment. In this role, you'll serve as a key day-to-day contact for clients, ensuring a seamless experience while supporting strategy development and implementation plans alongside INCITE’s Principals. We’re seeking someone who can: - Build strong client relationships - Drive energy and enthusiasm into projects - Thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a balanced lifestyle This is a fantastic opportunity for a nimble, curious, and organized Account Manager, with a talent for planning and logistics. This role will also contribute to Incite's content marketing channels. If you’re interested, check out the link below or reach out directly to Ted Kouri, Dania Spillett Baron, Darren Tonn, Alana Williams, or Angelique Rodrigues. Referrals from our network are always a priority! https://buff.ly/4eRFrQ6 #Hiring #JobOpportunity #AccountManager #Incite

After 25 years, one thing we know for certain is you’re never done learning. Every client, every project, every opportunity brings something new. The final lesson in this series boils down to this: no matter how much you think you know, there’s always more to discover. It’s this knowledge that keeps us motivated and inspired every day.  We hope the 25 lessons we’ve shared this year have helped teach you new things, and we look forward to continuing to use them in the years ahead. Still, we can’t help but wonder what lessons the next 25 years will bring. All we know is that we’re ready and excited to find out! Now it’s your turn to share! What’s one important lesson you’ve learned in your career? We’d love to hear it! See Incite’s complete list of 25th Anniversary lessons and memories at https://lnkd.in/gDatXFJe

Hard to believe this is the final memory in our 25th Anniversary series. Check back next week for the final lesson learned. See Incite’s complete list of 25th Anniversary lessons and memories at https://lnkd.in/gDatXFJe #Incite25years #SilverAnniversary #Gratitude

As we celebrate 25 years of success, one thing stands out above all: the incredible privilege of working with small businesses and entrepreneurs. Over the past 25 years, we've had the opportunity to partner with a wide range of clients, but there's something uniquely rewarding about helping small business owners and entrepreneurs reach their goals. Entrepreneurs are the heart of our economy, and it’s been both inspiring and exciting to be part of their journey. Entrepreneurs bring a unique energy to the table. They're innovative, driven, and passionate, and their determination to turn visions into reality is contagious. When we collaborate with small business owners, we often see the business equivalent of an artist at work—someone molding ideas into tangible success. The enthusiasm that entrepreneurs bring to strategic planning or to a new marketing initiative often injects fresh energy into our work as well. Their willingness to take risks, to be bold, and to break new ground aligns perfectly with our own commitment to thinking strategically and acting decisively. One of the greatest privileges of our work is seeing these entrepreneurs succeed. Watching a small business evolve into a growing enterprise, scaling up to new heights, is immensely satisfying. Knowing we played even a small role in that growth is always a reminder of why we do what we do. For over two decades, we’ve helped entrepreneurs and small business owners navigate the complexities of growth. Their path is not easy nor for the faint of heart. In this, our 24th memory post, we tip our hats with gratitude to the many small business clients we’ve served. We see you and we thank you! This is memory 24/25. If you missed the others, or any of Incite’s 25 lessons learned, you can find them all at https://buff.ly/3vMs8zc.

Last month, we shared how effective engagement fuels lasting results and relationships. This month, we’re focusing on successful communication—the kind that turns ideas into action. Dive into our latest blog to learn how we ensure our client’s communications are truly impactful. https://buff.ly/4fNRSNJ #EngagementMapping #CommunicationMatters

You shouldn't do business with friends' is a fairly common refrain in our line of work. Here at INCITE, we feel differently. Working with people you trust, connect with, learn from, and ultimately befriend, makes doing business with friends a natural outcome. Much like a close friendship, a positive client relationship requires effort, intention, and even a few boundaries. You have to set expectations early and discuss how you will navigate inevitable challenges, which is especially important for people who were your friend before they became your client. Client relationships that blossom into friendships offer the space to dig deep and tackle important, sensitive work. They challenge you to bring your best self and to raise your game. Friends who become clients. Clients who become friends. We've seen both work tremendously well, and frankly, we wouldn't have it any other way. This is lesson 23/25. If you missed the others, or any of Incite’s 25 lessons learned, you can find them all at https://buff.ly/3vMs8zc.

As we celebrate 25 years at Incite, one standout memory is the journey that led us to Foundry Conferences & Events (now Foundry Events)—a venture that grew from our roots in hosting impactful client events into something so much larger. In Incite’s early years, events were central to helping clients connect meaningfully with their audiences. By 2015, we saw the potential for a dedicated platform to elevate these experiences, so we joined forces with Pomeroy Lodging and Ryan Vestby to create Foundry. Our vision? To build high-impact, purposeful events that engage, inspire, and drive real connections. Over the years, Foundry evolved into a force for bringing business leaders together across Alberta. Our signature conference, 55 North, became a cornerstone, gathering leaders from diverse industries to learn, connect, and share ideas in our own backyard.  A milestone moment for us came at the beginning of 2022 when Erin Clyde, a former Incite team member, took full ownership of Foundry. Under Erin’s leadership, the Foundry Events team continues to push the boundaries, hosting unforgettable experiences that unite communities and elevate organizations. They host everything from immersive retreats and engaging community celebrations to annual conferences that spark growth and innovation.  We are grateful for the collaboration that grew this seed of an idea, energized by what we built together, and thrilled to see Foundry continue to flourish in its mission of connecting and inspiring people in meaningful ways. #Incite25 #FoundryEvents #CommunityImpact #Collaboration #AlbertaEvents  This is memory 23/25. If you missed the others, or any of Incite’s 25 lessons learned, you can find them all at https://buff.ly/3vMs8zc. #Incite25years #SilverAnniversary #InciteMemories  

At INCITE, we like to use an analogy of training for a sport to explain the importance of effective communication: it takes consistent effort, repetition, and variety to make a real impact. In hockey, there are two types of players: the first hits the ice with enthusiasm but loses steam quickly, while the second shows up consistently but only focuses on one skill. Neither becomes a standout player. To improve, you need to work on all aspects—stickhandling, shooting, skating—with consistency over time. Communications work the same way. You can’t send one press release, email, or social post and expect to make an impact. It’s not enough to simply “show up”—you need to communicate through multiple channels to ensure your message truly resonates. Repetition is key—studies suggest people need to hear a message at least seven times before it sticks. By communicating frequently, using a variety of channels, and repeating key points, you’ll ensure your message cuts through the noise and reaches your audience. Strong communication requires a commitment to consistent practice across all aspects—just as Connor McDavid didn’t become a star overnight, your message will resonate more deeply with frequency and consistency. Visit https://buff.ly/3vMs8zc to see other lessons you may have missed and Incite memories in this series to celebrate 25 years. #Incite25Years #SilverAnniversary #LessonsLearned

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At INCITE, we’ve learned that the solutions we seek often lie in the work we’re most tempted to avoid. There are no shortcuts or easy answers in meaningful growth—progress happens when we lean into the hard choices and tackle challenges head-on. Why do we shy away from this work? Often, it’s because it feels daunting, uncomfortable, or pushes us outside our comfort zones. But that discomfort is where real change starts. It’s in the difficult conversations, the deep strategic shifts, and the moments where we confront our blind spots that true progress is made. This is where potential is unlocked and where clients make the most significant leaps forward. If you find yourself avoiding something, it’s likely the very thing that will drive the most impact. Embrace the tough work—that’s where the magic happens. Visit https://lnkd.in/gDatXFJe to see other lessons you may have missed and Incite memories in this series to celebrate 25 years. #Incite25anniversary #Incite25years #SilverAnniversary #InciteStrategy