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LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games · 4 days ago

Senior Manager, Hotels, Meetings & Events

Los Angeles, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$105K/yr - $140K/yr

7+ years exp

LA28 is the independent, non-profit organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Senior Manager, Hotels, Meetings & Events will lead the planning and execution of accommodation for the IOC and IPC during the Games, requiring exceptional collaboration and operational leadership.

Sports

Responsibilities

Develop and manage the holistic venue operational planning for the hotel program with the IOC, IPC, and related stakeholders

Support contracts and oversee relationships with hotel partners to ensure service excellence and compliance with LA28 standards

Support and guide the hotels to adapt to an Olympic/Paralympic environment through training and developing policies and procedures

Work closely with functional areas (FA) including Accommodation, Transportation, Accreditation, Security, Logistics to deliver integrated solutions for the OFH/PFH

Serve as the primary liaison between LA28 and IOC/IPC for all Olympic/Paralympic Family Hotel-related matters

Lead planning and coordination for IOC/IPC Games-time institutional meetings, conferences, and hospitality events throughout the Games lifecycle

Overview of the delivery and operational readiness of the IPC function and office spaces, including liaising with respective FAs for FFE and technology provision

Ensure seamless coordination of venues, transport, security, and technical requirements for all events including supporting the IOC with their off-site hospitality house planning

Liaise with IOC/IPC contractors where required

Act as Venue Manager for designated Olympic/Paralympic Family hotels, ensuring readiness, operational efficiency, and compliance with Games standards

Oversee venue staffing plans, operational timelines, and contingency planning

Manage budgets for hotel and event operations, ensuring cost control and financial accountability

Provide regular progress reports and risk assessments to leadership

Qualification

Event ManagementBudget ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationOperational LeadershipNegotiation SkillsCommunication SkillsHospitality ManagementExcel ProficiencySmartsheet ProficiencyDetail-OrientedTeam PlayerStrategic ThinkingProblem-Solving Skills

Required

Minimum of 7+ years' experience in events or related industry

Proven track record of leading the planning and delivery of large-scale, complex operations across multiple project phases including planning, readiness, and operations

Skill working with senior executives and building cross-functional partnerships

Strong negotiation, organizational and problem-solving skills

Strong communication both written and oral

Experience working with excel and Smartsheet applications

Extremely detailed-oriented with excellent organizational skills

A high energy level individual with the ability to manage through a period of growth and change

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Event Management, Sports Management, or related field