Events Manager

Company: Denver Metro Chamber Of Commerce
Location: Denver
Posted on: March 25, 2025

Job Description:

Established in 1867, the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce's vision is the Economic Empowerment of Every Coloradan. Among Colorado's five oldest continuously operating businesses, the Denver Metro Chamber is uniquely positioned to promote business growth, economic development, strong public policy, and community stewardship in the Metro Denver region and throughout the State of Colorado. JOB PURPOSE The Events Manager works as part of a team to plan events for the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce. The manager spends approximately 80 percent of time planning and executing complex events and approximately 20 percent of time on marketing, promotion, and coordinating sponsors, tickets, and tables for events. Our events team oversees 40 events per year, ranging from 20 to 1,300 people. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESServe as primary planner for all event logistics of assigned events within the Chamber's annual event calendar, including, but not limited to:Serve as end-to-end lead on all event logisticsConducting site visits and securing event venuesNegotiating contracts with venues and vendorsDeveloping themes and content for eventsSpeaker selection and content coordinationWorking closely with the communications team to develop marketing materials and promotional efforts for each event.Coordinating event ticket and table salesManaging event budgetsTracking and fulfilling event sponsorship benefitsManaging event set-up, execution, and tear-downVolunteer management.Developing and maintaining effective internal and external relationships with a focus on high-quality customer serviceServe as a resource across the organization as an event expert and assist with training and mentorship of team members as neededAdditional duties as required by event Research event opportunities that will result in increased profitability and attendance growth:Work with team members to research and develop lists of attendee prospectsMonitor attendance goals and work towards increasing event attendanceIdentify new sponsorship benefit opportunities and work with team to improve/increase sponsor return on investmentIdentify areas where cutting expenses or establishing trades could result in increased profitabilityManage RFP process to ensure vendor opportunities are open to entire membership baseConduct and review event surveys to ensure satisfaction and target improvement opportunitiesResearch event trends and competitor events to find new, unique ideas that can be applied to events Database accuracy and file organization:Manage event web pages and maintain accuracy of all informationEnsure that event registration is open and closed in a timely mannerKeep precise records of conversations and sales updates through exsisting CRM databaseWork with team members to ensure that all invoices have been created, sent and payment is collected in timely manner while monitoring event salesCoordinate with sales department on membership status and event eligibilityConduct post-event follow-up and reconciliationOrganize event files on network drives and keep history of all event-related files and materials QUALIFICATIONSTwo to four years of experience in event or meeting planning, event sales, event marketing and/or hospitality. Preferred skills we like to see:Prior event or meeting planning experience; corporate events a plusProven experience managing complex eventsAbility to work autonomously to accomplish job dutiesAbility to work in a dynamic, team-based environmentUnderstanding of both revenue and expense sides of event budgetsExperience with sponsorships and event salesExperience in marketing for eventsExcellent oral and written communication skillsExpert organization skills and attention to detailUnderstanding of business/non-profit communities a plusExperience with Salesforce and/or Blackthorn Events a plus Job titleEvents ManagerReports toSenior Director of EventsFLSA StatusExemptSalary Range$ 50,000 - $70,000Expected HoursFull-Time (40 hours/week) BENEFITS SUMMARY The organization has created a workplace culture that allows our team to focus on doing excellent work, we offer the following to support. Cigna OAP or HDHP Medical Plans, Dental VisionShort-term and long-term disabilityFSAHSAPaid Holidays401K and matchGenerous paid time offPaid time off for charitable activitiesProfessional Development The Chamber and its affiliates are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees. Employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.Compensation details: 55000-70000 Yearly SalaryPIc4ecd7ec1f7b-25660-37234438

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