Job Description
Corporate Events Manager – Remote
Location: United States
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manager of Corporate Events to join our Communications and Brand team. This role will report to the Vice President of Brand and Communications, and is pivotal in leading the planning, production, and execution of Drata’s digital and in-person event, Drataverse. The ideal candidate will be a creative thinker, an excellent communicator, logistical savant and a problem-solver who is adept at managing complex projects and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
What you’ll do:
- Event Strategy, Planning and Execution: Lead the end-to-end process of our major digital and in-person events, including our 500+ person user conference. This includes conceptualizing event themes, attendee experiences, collaborating and coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring seamless execution.
- Logistics Management: Oversee all aspects of event logistics, including venue selection, contract negotiations, catering, AV setup, transportation, and ancillary events. Ensure all elements align with the event’s objectives and company standards.
- Attendee Experience: Enhance the attendee experience through effective communication strategies, registration processes, and on-site engagement. Ensure a memorable and seamless experience for all participants.
- Project Management: Develop detailed project plans, budgets, processes, attendee communications and timelines. Manage deliverables and keep projects on track.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead and organize cross-functional workstreams, facilitating collaboration, ensuring timely follow up and assisting in resolving any challenges that arise during the project lifecycle.
- Operational Management: Take charge of the day-to-day management of event budget management, operations and partnerships. Adapt and respond effectively to changes in the event landscape.
- Innovation and Brand Alignment: Drive innovative thinking around pre / during / post event experiences including for each persona. Collaborate with the brand team to ensure consistency, engagement, and impactful results on a global scale.
- Leadership: Encourage and guide team members to bring forward innovative ideas and solutions, fostering a culture of creativity and continuous improvement.
What you’ll bring:
- Bachelor‘s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in corporate event planning and management, preferably in a tech or startup environment.
- Proven track record of successfully planning and executing large-scale, multi-day corporate events.
- Experience in working with Digital Webinar platforms like Goldcast.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Expert budget management and experience in negotiating hotel, venue, talent and supplier contracts.
- Demonstrated ability working with partners on sponsorship programs and fulfillment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
- Creative thinker with a problem-solving mindset.
- Willingness to travel as needed for event planning and execution.
Requirements:
- At least five years of experience managing events in a corporate environment
- Experience with Goldcast and SFDC preferred