Bloom Talent · 3 weeks ago
Community + Events Manager at Series B Enterprise Software Startup
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$150K/yr - $185K/yr
4+ years expBloom Talent is an enterprise infrastructure platform serving top AI startups and tech companies, seeking a Community & Events Manager to lead their NYC event and community program. The role involves owning community building and networking strategy, orchestrating a diverse portfolio of events, and managing logistics to create impactful experiences for executives and industry leaders.
RecruitingStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Amanda Christoff
Responsibilities
Own community building and networking strategy across key B2B enterprise audiences, including engineering communities, sales leadership networks, and fellow founders/operators
Strategically identify and cultivate relationships with influential players across target communities—mapping who the key people are at which companies, what motivates them, and how to effectively engage and attract them to company initiatives
Design and execute targeted community engagement strategies (e.g., curating sales leader gatherings that bring together the right mix of VPs of Sales from high-growth SaaS companies, understanding what topics and formats will resonate)
Orchestrate a diverse portfolio of events—from intimate dinners and happy hours to fireside chats (80+ attendees), hackathons (150-200 people), panel discussions, and larger conferences
Manage end-to-end event logistics, including venue selection, guest lists and invites, vendor management, catering coordination, sound/AV, security, janitorial services, and guest experience
Build and maintain relationships with vendors, venues, and service providers
Track event metrics and gather feedback to continuously improve experiences and ensure follow-up
Develop a network tracking system to identify and engage key relationships for events and partnerships
Maintain and enhance relationships with venture capital firms and limited partners
Develop and execute gifting programs, including annual gifts and ongoing touch points
Qualification
Required
4+ years of experience in workplace operations, events, or similar roles, ideally in a startup or tech environment
Proven experience with office buildouts, space planning, and vendor management
Exceptional externally-facing communication skills with the confidence to engage C-level executives and community leaders
Deep understanding of or existing connections within VC networks, founder communities, or B2B SaaS leadership circles
Demonstrated track record of managing events and experiences from end to end across various scales and formats
Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple concurrent projects
Scrappy, resourceful problem-solver who can work independently and make sound judgment calls
Exceptional attention to detail and high standards for quality
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred
Strong knowledge of the NYC area and startup community
Benefits
Equity
Benefits
Flexible PTO
Company
Bloom Talent
Bloom Talent is a woman-owned, boutique recruiting agency that provides recruiting services to individuals.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase