Events Manager

Events Planner - Must reside in Georgia

Pre-event

· Based upon research and responses to RFPs, identifies appropriate venues for respective events and makes recommendations to team.

· Negotiates business elements of event contracts with vendors and hotels, such as dates, rates, meeting space, concessions, etc.

· Financial management, including budget creation, monitoring revenue/expense performance

· Oversees online registration process

· Coordinates logistics including agenda/program development, speaker engagement, printed materials, food and beverage menu selections, registration, housing processes and audiovisual/technical needs.

· Supports marketing efforts including email blasts, social media posting, print and digital media, as well as website creation/maintenance

· Oversees trade show management, as needed, including initiating proposals with general contractor, negotiating and managing contracts, and acting as intermediary between general contractor, venue manager and exhibitors

· Supports exhibition sales as needed, including interaction with exhibitors, as well as obtaining quotes for and managing execution of sponsorships

· Proactively manages changes in project scope; identifies potential crises; and devises contingency plans.

On-site

· Tracks attendance, registrations, hotel history, and attendee satisfaction.

· Performs on-site meeting and exhibit (as needed) management, troubleshoots issues when they arise, and implements contingency plans when needed.

Post Event

· Completes post-event tasks, including reconciliation of expenses, evaluation of event, and reporting on meeting results.

Other responsibilities included but not limited to:

· Oversees participation in industry trade shows, including booth setup, staffing and related items

Qualifications

• Must reside in Georgia

· Bachelor's degree, plus three to five years' experience working in an event planning role

· Ability to think strategically as well as execute the details of a plan.

· Polished communication skills, both written and verbal, and interpersonal skills to manage relationships with vendors, internal and external clients.

· Resourceful in nature, with the ability identify problems and quickly develop solutions.

· Effective negotiation skills.

· Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS 365 (Excel, Word, PPT) and database applications. Experience with association management software desired, along with the ability to learn new software packages.

· Proactive and collaborative working style.

· CMP not required but beneficial

Travel Requirements

· Travel 3 - 4 times per year

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45, $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Remote