Senior Event Manager, Conferences

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota.

📋 Description

• Deliver and/or facilitate large, intricate meetings and events.

• Take ownership of the management and execution of designated event projects.

• Serve as a liaison between clients, sales account management, internal support teams, and external vendors.

• Oversee project delivery components, including budgets, timelines, food and beverage, function space, themed events, audiovisual and production, merchandise, activities, registration, and program communications.

• Infuse vision and creativity into programs.

• Lead, collaborate with, mentor, and guide Event Managers.

• Conduct internal and external team meetings and calls.

• Provide direction and insights for future event contracting.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and suggest ways to enhance current business operations.

• Submit weekly time tracking reports and monitor utilization and client billable metrics.

• Escalate client or project-related issues to management and the account team.

• Manage project specifics, including timelines, budgets, pro formas, and financial processes.

• Coordinate with supplier partners and internal support teams to ensure high-quality and timely delivery.

• Maintain financial accountability, adhere to profitability guidelines, ensure compliance with deposit terms, billing requirements, and cash management policies.

• Provide project feedback through debrief notes for account evaluations.

• Contribute to client satisfaction on every project.

• Carry out additional assigned responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; a focus on travel/tourism is preferred.

• Over 6 years of experience in Meeting/Event Management.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong project management skills and financial acumen.

• Capability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Professional demeanor.

• Willingness to travel as necessary for client meetings, site inspections, and/or onsite project assignments.

• Desired experience in meetings, product launches, tradeshows, and conferences.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development.

• A supportive and inclusive work culture.

• Resources and encouragement for both personal and professional growth.

• Flexible remote work arrangements.