WebMD · 8 hours ago
Event Manager
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expWebMD is a leading provider of health information and education, and they are seeking an Event Manager to plan and execute live educational events for healthcare professionals. The role involves managing event logistics, budgets, and collaborating with various teams to enhance event attendance and experiences.
Health CareInformation ServicesInternetMental HealthOnline PortalsPublishing
Responsibilities
Plan and execute event logistics for live events such as Symposia, Advisory Boards, Steering Committee Meetings, and Masterclasses. Responsibilities encompass venue and vendor sourcing, contract negotiations, food and beverage selection, room block management, onsite staff supervision, event setup and flow oversight, and audiovisual, furniture, and other onsite materials coordination
Manage event budgets, ensuring proper forecasting and tracking of cost savings for all assigned programs
Collaborate with the Financial Operations team to process payments and complete live event reconciliations
Manage shipping of event materials and track supplies inventory in coordination with other members of the Event Management team
Partner with Program Management and Audience Engagement teams to develop effective onsite marketing tactics to generate onsite event attendance
Assist with training freelance and Associate Event Management staff on the Live business and internal processes surrounding the planning of our events
Continuously identify opportunities to improve internal processes and onsite attendee experiences
Participate in available training opportunities as directed by management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferred; CMP certification a plus
Minimum five years experience in conference/event planning, preferably in the healthcare industry
Experience planning and managing events ranging in attendance from 25-500
Expert knowledge of MS Excel and all other Microsoft Office software
Working knowledge of Google Applications (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Forms)
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously with excellent organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to interact with internal teams along with external vendors and clients
Demonstrated ability to work independently and with dynamic teams
Ability to work in a team environment, pro-active, relationship building, customer service focused, take charge problem solver with an outgoing personality
Must be able to travel up to 40% of the time and work nights and weekends (international travel is a possibility)
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when preparing event materials for shipment and executing events onsite
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred; CMP certification a plus
Knowledge of Workfront is a plus
Company
WebMD
WebMD is a healthcare center that offers mental health, pain management, and breast cancer services.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Dominique Jean
Chief Technology Officer
Ben Mansfield
Vice President Client Services & Operations
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