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Incentive Event Program ManagerE.L. Productions Ltd. (ELP) • Mississauga, Peel Region, CA
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Incentive Event Program Manager

Incentive Event Program Manager

E.L. Productions Ltd. (ELP) • Mississauga, Peel Region, CA
11 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

At E.L. Productions Ltd. (ELP), we have partnered with major Canadian Brands to produce greatness for over 30 years. Canada’s premier event producers, we work with industry leaders and innovators to imagine, develop, and deliver exceptional experiences both virtual, live and beyond. We build experiences that make connections, shift thinking and inspire action.

We are currently looking for an Incentive Event Program Manager / Producer to join our expanding team. This role will be a hybrid role based in Mississauga primarily for programs and events run in Toronto.

Does this sound like you?

  • A natural host, I love to create unforgettable experiences where every guest feels rewarded, relaxed, and genuinely valued.
  • I see incentive travel as more than logistics, it's about curating moments of celebration, discovery, and connection that leave a lasting impact.
  • With care and precision, I manage every detail, from room drops and welcome receptions to cultural excursions and custom itineraries.
  • I thrive in fast-paced environments and bring calm confidence to complex programs, whether coordinating international flights, managing VIP expectations, or orchestrating surprise-and-delight moments that wow.

About The Role

Reporting to the Experience Process & Delivery Lead, the Incentive Event Program Manager brings care, creativity, and precision to every moment of the incentive travel journey. This role is all about rewarding people, celebrating achievements, strengthening loyalty, and creating once-in-a-lifetime group travel experiences that inspire and connect.

Whether it’s a beachfront welcome dinner, a customized cultural excursion, or a flawlessly executed farewell gala, the Event Manager ensures every touchpoint feels personal, purposeful, and unforgettable. From the first invitation to the final departure, they lead the planning and execution of programs that reflect our values, elevate our brand, and produce greatness, all while ensuring guests feel recognized, supported, and celebrated every step of the way.

As our Incentive Event Manager, you will :

  • Lead, plan, and execute all operational aspects of incentive programs, including venue coordination, hotel blocks, group air and ground transportation, F&B, gifting, registration, staffing, and on-site logistics.
  • Lead attendee communications across every stage of the journey, from invitation and trip qualification to travel support, concierge services, and post-program follow-up.
  • Create guest experience strategies that prioritize comfort, personalization, accessibility, and cultural sensitivity for diverse and high-performing groups.
  • Manage the budget / project fee with precision, thoughtfulness and care, overseeing all costs and identifying areas of opportunity and cost-savings.
  • Manage vendor partnerships, negotiate luxury contracts, and ensure compliance with travel regulations, insurance, health & safety, and international requirements.
  • Collaborate with and lead internal teams and clients to integrate branded touchpoints, curated excursions, surprise-and-delight moments, and thoughtful design throughout the program.
  • Execute onsite with strong leadership, calm professionalism and warmth, ensuring guests feel celebrated, supported, and inspired every step of the way.
  • Are you the one we are looking for?

    The ideal candidate for this role will have :

    Skills / Strengths

  • Strong project management skills with deep experience leading complex, large scale, multi-day incentive programs across destinations and time zones.
  • Excellent leader, communicator and natural collaborator, with a client-first mindset, with industry knowledge and experience of standard practices.
  • Proactive problem-solver with a calm, solutions-oriented approach onsite and off, with the ability to prioritize both big picture and detailed tasks, especially in high-pressure, guest-facing environments.
  • Deep understanding of attendee flow and design, guest journey mapping, room blocks, excursions, transportation, gifting, and concierge service planning.
  • Confident managing budgets, negotiating with vendors, and upholding high standards for brand, experience, compliance, and fiscal responsibility.
  • Education / Experience

  • 10+ years of experience managing incentive travel programs, large-scale events, or luxury group experiences.
  • Demonstrated experience in attendee logistics, group travel, destination management, and hospitality services.
  • Post-secondary diploma or degree in Event Planning, Hospitality & Tourism, or a related discipline.
  • Experience working in fast-paced, client-focused, and high-touch environments.
  • CMP certification or incentive travel certification (CITE, CIS, or similar) is an asset.
  • What is it like to work at ELP?

    Our Core Values

    Our company’s success stems from our unwavering commitment to the core values shared by every member of our incredibly talented team.

    To be successful in our organization, you will foster trust , grow your knowledge , be thoughtful in your actions and words, and communicate with clarity in a fun and rewarding position.

    Visionary

    We think bigger about how to produce greatness – from strategy and process to production and innovation. We believe experiences ignite brands and people.

    Relatable

    We are real people working to do extraordinary things. Our friendly, relatable, empathetic, and inspiring people build the relationships that help everyone succeed.

    Imaginative

    We break barriers, expand ideas, and use innovative brainstorming tactics to create original approaches and experiences designed to move audiences and resonate with them at an emotional level.

    Meticulous

    We execute what we imagine, bringing every detail to life.

    If you are ready to Produce Greatness within an expert team that makes the entire production process easy, impactful, and seamless, we encourage you to apply today! Because together, we deepen connections, shift thinking, and inspire action.

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    Seniority Level

    Mid-senior level

    Employment Type

    Full-time

    Job Function

    Project Management and Information Technology

    Industries

    Events Services

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