Meeting, Convention, And Event Planner

Objectives of this role: ============================== : Oversee the planning and execution of at least five 1,000-person events a year : Uphold the company’s mission and vision with every event : Own every aspect of an event, from venue choice to success metrics : Keep budgets and timelines under control at all times : Develop an actionable plan for fundraising and managing monthly cash flow : Comply with all national and local regulations Responsibilities: ========================= : Develop a complete understanding of the requirements for every event : Research vendors and make selections based on their creativity, quality, and cost  Book venues, schedule guests, draft and finalize contracts, and lock down day-of logistics : Develop content for event materials and work with graphic designer to produce : Hire personnel as needed across all functions of an event (ex: registration, setup, catering, audio/visual) : Handle day-to-day administration of events and programs, including order placements, BEO reviews, vendor monitoring, travel planning, restaurant reservations, attendee participation, registration counts, RSVP tracking, and issues resolution Required skills and qualifications: ====================================== : Experience in event planning or event coordination in a corporate environment : Proven track record of creative, successful events : Experience working with colleagues in graphic design, sales, marketing, and communications : Excellent organizational, communication, negotiating, and multitasking skills : Ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain a customer-service mindset Preferred skills and qualifications: ======================================= : Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in hospitality management or public relations : Established relationships with vendors : Experience in managing budgets and tracking expenses : Advanced knowledge of PowerPoint, Acrobat, and Excel : Proficiency with more than one language