Event Manager

The Event Manager is a hybrid role supporting the Sales, Proposal Development and Event Production functions for a select segment of the business meeting specific criteria. While this is an independent and self-reliant role, the Event Manager will be working in collaboration with our clients, suppliers, and as needed, internal PRA teams to develop and deliver events that exceed our clients' expectations. Primary Responsibilities • Sales Functions • Salesforce entry and maintenance including revenue, gross profit, and probability updates • All aspects of client account management and communication • Facilitate client discovery and lead qualifying calls • Generate and maintain Proposal Request Form • Plan and attend site visits as needed • Proposal review with client • Generate Program Services Agreement and all necessary addendums • Proposal Development Functions: • Develop client proposal and edit as needed until finalization • Supplier outreach for availability, pricing, etc. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent relevant experience, or a combination thereof • 2 years of experience in overseeing the execution of corporate meetings, client events, and other complex programs with DMC, corporate incentive travel, hospitality, or related experience highly preferred • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Ability to analyze and interpret client proposal requirements, contracts, financial reports, and other legal documents • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, supplier partners, and hoteliers • Ability to multitask and work on multiple programs with different deadlines • Ability to work well with all levels of management and staff, hoteliers and venue staff, clients and supplier/partner. Internally, we have a robust sustainability and social impact program that includes initiatives around carbon reduction, pushing towards zero waste, supporting the American Forest Foundation and PACT-USA, working with our supply chain to ensure we have sustainable and diverse suppliers for client events and a focus on equity, diversity and inclusion.