Invest in your professional growth
Career success does not happen by chance. It requires continuous learning, strong professional skills, and the ability to adapt to a changing workplace. CPA Alberta’s Level Up: Career Catalyst Series, is designed to help professionals build the capabilities they need to grow their careers with confidence.
This bi-weekly series brings together industry experts to share practical insights, strategies, and tools on topics that matter in today’s workplace. Sessions focus on career development, leadership, communication, and other essential skills that help professionals thrive at every stage of their careers.
Key benefits of participating
- Build valuable career skills
- Strengthen leadership, communication, and other professional competencies that support long-term career growth.
- Learn from experienced experts
- Gain practical advice and real-world perspectives from subject matter experts who understand today’s workplace challenges and opportunities.
- Stay current with workplace trends
- Explore emerging trends, evolving skill requirements, and best practices that can help you remain competitive and adaptable.
- Expand your professional network
- Connect with other professionals and build relationships that can support your ongoing development and career progression.
- Access session recordings
- Registered participants receive access to recordings of live sessions for a limited time, making it easier to learn on a schedule that works for you.
| Date | Time | Session | Description |
| Tuesday, September 29 | 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. | How to Lead When Not in Charge | Leadership is not just a title, position, or perk. It’s a way of getting things done and a way of working with others. This workshop explores several foundational and leading-edge practices, focusing on empowering participants to create great workplaces for everyone. |
| Tuesday, October 13 | 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. | Beyond the Numbers: Essential Communication Strategies for Rising CPAs | Technical skills open doors for new CPAs, but communication skills are essential for career growth. Learn how a strong communication foundation can help participants navigate workplace culture, speak with confidence, and connect with diverse audiences. |
| Tuesday, October 27 | 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. | Refresh & Recharge Your Networking Skills | Strong networking skills are essential for building trusted relationships and creating new opportunities, especially for young CPAs. Explore practical networking strategies to initiate conversations, build rapport, and develop meaningful professional relationships in the age of AI. |
| Tuesday, November 10 | 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. | Finding Your Path in the Age of AI | Explore how to navigate career development in an AI-enabled profession. This session examines important career questions, including professional development priorities, career opportunities, and how to build a meaningful and rewarding career. |
| Tuesday, November 24 | 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. | Seven Skills to Accelerate Your Career | Early career success as a CPA requires more than technical expertise. Participants will explore seven key skills that help build credibility, strengthen relationships, and support career growth. |
Whether you are an emerging professional, a new leader, or an experienced CPA looking to sharpen your skills, the Level Up: Career Catalyst Series offers relevant, practical learning that can be applied immediately in the workplace. By combining expert instruction with actionable takeaways, the program helps participants turn learning into results and take the next step in their professional journey.
