Community Involvement

  • "Our success has always been determined by the dedication and engagement of our people. Because they are trained well, committed and talented at relationship building, following processes, and having attention to detail- the quality of the candidates that they connect with businesses and organizations in our community is better. This results in a superior experience for our partner companies, which then, in turn, drives engagement and performance- and the cycle repeats. It is truly a wonderful thing to be a part of!"


    Jessica Culo, President and Co-Owner, Edmonton, AB, Canada

     

    Involvement Job Fair

  • Business In Edmonton: Leaders Award 2022

    Each year, Business In Edmonton selects among nominees for Leaders that espouse a focus on their team and community, optimistic opportunity seekers that are future focused, curious minds, a can-do attitude, reslient and adaptive in the face of adversity and change, and those that bring empathy and understanding to every interaction. We are honoured that our President, Jessica Culo, was selected as one of the recipients of the 2022 Business Leaders Award.

    An entrepreneur since her early 20s, Culo’s foresight and willingness to seize opportunities, even in the face of adversity, has earned her respect among business peers. She has pivoted and grown the company as needed, adapting to conditions every step of the way to build the brand to the success it is today.

  • Beyond the Office 

    The Express team in Edmonton supports several organizations, one that is quite prominent for the group is Junior Achievement Northern Alberta (JANA).

    Jessica Culo, President, is the Volunteer Chair of JANA's Fund Development Committee and sits on their Board of Directors. In addition, The Express team supports JA by volunteering to teach financial literacy and entrepreneurship programs to youth, and by volunteering to mentor youth. Express also supports JA by donating funds directly to the organization, as well as providing fundraising opportunities for JA when hosting various events in the city. 

    Junior Achievement is the largest non‐profit organization in the world dedicated to inspiring and preparing youth to succeed in a global economy. For over 50 years, Junior Achievement of Northern Alberta & NWT has engaged and inspired students from grades 3 to 12 through free programs about entrepreneurship, work readiness and financial literacy. Junior Achievement maximizes student potential by exposing them to real-life business leaders that teach tangible and relatable lessons in order to prepare them for success.
    JA is the link between education and the world of work, by giving youth the confidence and knowledge they need to define personal success, enhance their work readiness and pursue their dreams. Acquiring and practicing business skills gives students the confidence needed to define personal success, gain financial responsibility and become contributing members of the workforce. Learn more and get involved here: https://janorthalberta.org/

    In addition to JA, Express has and does support our local community through the following initiatives:

    Alberta Enterprise Group
    Children's Miracle Network
    Crystal Kids
    Edmonton Chamber of Commerce
    Edmonton Food Bank and Holiday Hamper Programs
    Entrepreneur’s Organization
    Human Resources Institute of Alberta
    Lois Hole Hospital Women's Society
    Rotary International
    Stollery Children's Hospital
    YESS

    Express also has established excellent partnerships with local educational institutions like NAIT and MacEwan, to help graduates earn scholarships, as well as gain employment after graduation.