Follett Software · 2 days ago
Events Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expFollett Software is dedicated to empowering educators with technology that enhances district performance and student success. The Events Manager will lead the planning and execution of key events to connect the brand with customers and internal teams, ensuring high-impact experiences that reflect the company’s commitment to education and innovation.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
End-to-end management of all national and regional trade shows, including vendor coordination, budgeting, event logistics, and post-event analysis
Ownership of Follett Software’s annual Sales Kickoff (SKO)—from initial planning to onsite execution and post-event feedback
Oversight of our growing webinar program, ensuring each session aligns with campaign and product priorities while engaging the right audiences
Support of customer experience programs, including customer advisory boards, user group events, and community-building efforts
Management of the Follett Software master events calendar, ensuring strategic alignment and visibility across teams
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
5-7 years of experience
Experience working collaboratively with Marketing, Product Management, Sales, Customer Success and Leadership
Working knowledge of project management and event planning tools
Experience in creating and managing $600K+ event budget
Solid organization skills, including multi-tasking and time-management
Strong written and verbal communication acumen
Expert in the Microsoft suite of products
Preferred
Prior experience in B2B software, edtech, or education-related industries is a plus
Benefits
Fully remote work, giving you the flexibility to do your best work from anywhere in the continental U.S. (unless otherwise noted)
Subsidized healthcare plans, including orthodontic coverage, with HSA option that includes employer matching
Company-paid disability and life insurance, with the option to enhance coverage through voluntary plans
Robust Paid Time Off, including Flex PTO for salaried roles, paid parental leave, company holidays, and paid volunteer service time
Retirement savings with employer match, vesting every pay period
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
Optional supplemental coverages, such as accident, hospital, and critical illness insurance, identity theft and credit monitoring, and legal protection services
Meaningful recognition and tangible rewards that celebrate achievements, fuel motivation, and recognize both individual and team success
Company
Follett Software
Follett Software delivers technology to empower educators.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Britten Follett
CEO, Follett School Solutions Content
Christopher Porter
Chief Executive Officer
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