JeffreyM Consulting · 9 hours ago
Senior Events Program Manager
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Responsibilities
Plan, design, and execute events with comprehensive oversight of budgets, logistics, venues, timelines, and post-event evaluations.
Coordinate all aspects of event logistics, including space allocation, A/V requirements, and food & beverage arrangements.
Manage event deliverables: contracts, vendor coordination, speaker preparation, and calendar scheduling to ensure seamless execution.
Partner with MME brokers to ensure smooth event planning transitions.
Liaise with external vendors such as hotels, destination management companies, and other providers to arrange event specifics.
Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, suppliers, and vendors to achieve execution excellence.
Lead weekly or bi-monthly planning meetings, action item reviews, and client status updates.
Provide clear, actionable post-meeting summaries and ensure timely deliverables across teams.
Develop and communicate detailed planning roadmaps, timelines, and priorities while proactively addressing potential challenges.
Guide cross-functional teams to design and execute engaging, end-to-end event experiences, including program content, visual design, registration, and logistics.
Create and manage project plans, timelines, and work-back schedules while maintaining accountability across all workstreams.
Serve as the central source of truth for stakeholders, driving alignment and escalation when necessary.
Partner with clients to integrate event strategies into broader business and marketing objectives.
Establish trust with clients and stakeholders by consistently delivering on expectations, tracking action items, and ensuring clear communication.
Provide regular updates on event progress, reinforcing transparency and partnership.
Qualification
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Required
7+ years of corporate event planning on a national scale, with a track record of managing large-scale events.
Strong understanding of hotel operations, event facilities, A/V systems, catering, and vendor management.
Demonstrated experience managing event budgets and delivering projects on time and within budget.
Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, with a professional demeanor in client-facing interactions.
Proficiency in tools such as Asana, Monday.com, Microsoft Project, or Smartsheet.
Customer-service-oriented approach with a deep understanding of client needs and expectations.
Adaptability to handle last-minute changes and shifting priorities with poise and efficiency.
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Certifications such as CMP (Certified Meeting Planner), CMM (Certified Meeting Manager), or PMP (Project Management Professional).
2+ years of experience building event registration platforms like Cvent or Stova is highly desirable.
Benefits
75% of employee-only Medical & Dental coverage
Vision - opt-in available
401k
PTO
Laptop
Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, AD&D coverage
Short-term Disability, Accident, Cancer/Critical Illness, Pet insurance - opt in available
Company
JeffreyM Consulting
Founded in 2006, JeffreyM is a trusted staffing supplier solving contingent workforce challenges for small, medium, and fortune 500 companies like Meta, Dropbox, and Microsoft.