De Soto Chamber Of Commerce · 1 day ago
Events and Marketing Manager
De Soto, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expDe Soto Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development Council (EDC) is seeking an Events & Marketing Manager responsible for the planning, coordination, execution, and ongoing management of all Chamber and EDC events and related marketing initiatives. This role requires managing event logistics, marketing efforts, and member engagement to enhance organizational growth and member value.
Non-profit Organizations
Hiring Manager
Laura Blatter, MBA
Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, and execute all Chamber and EDC events and programs
Collaborate with the Chamber CEO and EDC President on event planning, priorities, and execution
Recommend and implement improvements to existing events and assist in the development of new events and programs that align with the strategic plan
Coordinate and support volunteer committees related to events, providing timelines, communication, and follow-through
Manage all event logistics including venues, vendors, speakers, registration, sponsorship fulfillment, and on-site execution
Maintain organized records to support reporting, audits, and future planning
Current core events include, but are not limited to the Annual Meeting, Spring and Fall Golf Tournaments, Chamber Luncheons, Coffee & Chamber After Hours, EDC Solution Series Breakfast, EDC After Hours, Women in Business, and Ribbon Cuttings
Manage event and program budgets with oversight from the CEO
Support revenue generation through sponsorship coordination, ticket sales management, and promotional efforts
Provide post-event financial summaries and reporting
Manage invoicing, payments, and registration tracking within the organization’s database
Plan and execute marketing efforts for membership, events, programs, and initiatives
Create content for social media, e-newsletters, website updates, and promotional materials
Ensure all marketing aligns with the Chamber’s brand, voice, and strategic priorities
Gather photos, testimonials, and member stories to strengthen engagement and storytelling
Support member engagement through events, communications, and programs
Help ensure initiatives deliver value that supports retention and recruitment
Represent the Chamber and EDC professionally at events and in the community
Serve as the primary staff point of contact, responsible for answering the main phone line and responding to or directing all incoming inquiries for the organization
Perform other duties as assigned to support the Chamber and EDC’s mission and operations
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in marketing, communications, event management, business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
2–4 years of experience in event planning, marketing, communications, or a related role
Experience independently managing events and marketing initiatives preferred
Experience with databases/CRMs and ability to quickly learn internal systems
Experience working with volunteers or committees preferred
Self-starter with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Creative and able to execute ideas with minimal supervision
Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a small team environment
Experience with CRM/database systems, invoicing, and basic financial reporting
Experience with social media, email marketing platforms, and website content management
Able to represent the organization professionally with members, sponsors, and community partners
Preferred
Experience independently managing events and marketing initiatives
Experience working with volunteers or committees
Benefits
Health stipend
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Mileage reimbursement
IRA contributions
Company
De Soto Chamber Of Commerce
De Soto Chamber Of Commerce is a growing organization that strives to help businesses succeed in our community of De Soto, KS.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase