About us
Employer Edge is a two-year initiative led by Ballad, a workforce development and consulting firm that has been operating in the Whitecourt and High Level regions for close to a decade.
With offices in both areas, Ballad’s team of HR experts, economists, and workforce development professionals brings regional experience and insights that ensure our solutions help you develop relevant HR strategies for your business.
Learn more about how our team can support your business’ HR goals!
Meet our HR Consultants
TINA HUTTER
Tina Hutter is a Human Resources Consultant at Ballad with over 10 years of experience across industries including hospitality, big box retail, warehousing, distribution, and oil field services. She leverages her HR expertise to build strong client relationships and deliver initiatives that support organizational goals.
Her skill set includes full-cycle recruitment, policy and procedure development, employee engagement, and training. Tina is currently pursuing her Occupational Health and Safety Certification, building on her Human Resources Management education from the University of Alberta.
Known for her strategic mindset and commitment to fostering positive work environments, Tina brings a people-first approach to her clients. She is passionate about staying ahead of HR trends and believes in continuous growth to meet evolving client needs.
CHELSEA BOISVERT
Chelsea Boisvert, the Human Resources Manager at Ballad, serves as the dedicated Human Resources Specialist for this project. Her expertise spans staffing, recruitment, training and development, conflict resolution, and diverse HR functions.
She has experience leading companywide HR restructuring efforts, conducting comprehensive job analyses, and optimizing staff roles and responsibilities. She excels in formulating and implementing policies, enhancing employee retention, recruitment, and training programs.
Chelsea holds a BBA with a Human Resources focus and a Diploma of Business Administration in Accounting from NAIT, alongside Prosci Change Management certification.
VICTORIA GAGLIARDI
Victoria Gagliardi, serves as the Human Resources Coordinator at Ballad. She graduated from MacEwan University with a degree in Human Resources Management and completed her Bachelor of Commerce with the cooperative education program.
With previous experience at a recruitment agency, Fountain Tire's Head office and a Financial Technology start-up, Victoria possesses a diverse skill set in HR functions like benefits and compensation, professional development, and full-cycle recruitment.
At Ballad, she applies her expertise to drive HR initiatives and cultivate a supportive work environment.
Ballad’s purpose is to positively impact and empower our clients across Canada.
Our approach is grounded in mutual trust and respect, and is aligned with our values of accountability, collaboration and entrepreneurship.
Learn more about Ballad and their experience here.
In partnership with Assisted Living and Social Services
Employer Edge is funded by the Government of Alberta’s Ministry of Assisted Living and Social Services. Their partnership enables dynamic growth of business HR acumen, labour market development, and business diversification in Alberta.
The Province of Alberta is working in partnership with the Government of Canada to provide employment support programs and services.
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