Events Manager

We are looking for an Events Manager to help us support our continued growth. Reporting to the VP of Brand Marketing, the Events Manager will create experiences that drive demand for Coastal’s services. With a focus on ROI, these events span from conference sponsorships to hosted industry summits to engaging webinars. This pivotal role requires someone who cannot only build cross-functional relationships, but also work within a fast-moving organization to deliver high-performing experiences where no detail goes unnoticed.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Event Strategy & Planning
2. Own Coastal’s events strategy with an eye towards lead generation
3. Create an outcomes-based method to prioritize which events to pursue
4. Work closely with Coastal’s eight business unit leaders (i.e. Healthcare, Manufacturing, Non-Profit) to establish an events calendar
5. Work closely with the Alliances team for co-hosted and sponsored partner event opportunities
6. Take ownership of the event planning process from inception to completion
7. Develop detailed event project plan templates, timelines, and budgets
8. Focus on the lifecycle of event leads, ensuring they get moved through the funnel to opportunity

Event Execution & Logistics

1. Manage event project plan for no misses
2. Source and manage external vendors, negotiate contracts, and coordinate all event-related services, such as venue selection, catering, audiovisual equipment, transportation, and accommodation
3. Conduct regular event status meetings, providing updates, presenting key findings, reporting on ROI, and seeking input
4. Ensure events are well-coordinated, run smoothly, provide an exceptional experience for attendees, and deliver on goals

Promotion & Marketing

1. Work with the marketing team to create effective event marketing campaigns that generate excitement, increase registrations, and drive attendance
2. Collaborate with the marketing team to develop compelling event content, collateral, and materials (with an eye towards reuse)

Budget Management

1. Meticulously track event-related expenses to budget, review vendor invoices, and ensure payments are made
2. Prepare post-event financial reports, analyzing ROI and providing recommendations for cost optimization

Experience/Skills Required:

1. Proven experience (5+ years) as an Events Director, preferably in the technology or B2B space
2. Strong project management skills with a keen eye for detail and the ability to handle multiple events simultaneously
3. Experience managing budgets and timelines
4. Ability to develop strong relationships across all levels of the organization
5. Can thrive and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced environment
6. Creative thinker with a passion for delivering innovative and impactful event experiences
7. Detail-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to overcome challenges
8. Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
9. 100% a team player: no task is too small or too big
10. Proficiency in Salesforce and Google Suite
11. Excellent writing and visual skills
12. Flexibility to travel as required for on-site event management (roughly 20%)
13. Must have full-time permanent US work authorization

Additional Preferred Experience/Skills:

1. Bachelor’s Degree preferred, or equivalent experience

Why Coastal, and what we offer:

1. Flexible working hours with an emphasis on a life-work balance (in that order!)
2. Fully remote work; “Live by the beach, work in the Cloud,” plus company office locations in Palm Coast, FL; Atlanta, GA; Tysons, VA & Lexington, KY
3. Unlimited Paid Time Off (RTO), 401K with Company Match, and Medical, Vision, & Dental coverage
4. Competitive quarterly and annual bonus opportunities
5. Continuing education and certification reimbursements, specifically within the Salesforce and Snowflake ecosystems; plus occasional in-house competitions with spot bonuses
6. A flexible and fun team culture! We value transparency, support, flexibility, growth, teamwork, fun, and so much more
7. Frequent team and culture activities, virtual & in-person, including Lunch and Learns, Happy Hours, team-building events, and the Holiday Party to Top All Holiday Parties
8. Quarterly All-Hands calls to bring the company together, and an open-door leadership policy with access to mentorship and guidance
9. Opportunities for accelerated growth, networking, and career guidance and support
10. Trust, transparency and respect across all levels of the company

Coastal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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