Event Planner

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Event Planner in Tampa, FL. Responsibilities... • Event Planner will monitor/manage the project including creation of project plans and budgets (prepare, manage & reconcile) • Collaborate and interact effectively with Firm's senior management, middle management, and customers • Provide strategic input and recommendations to business group on event development • Maintain partnering relationships with internal business partners such as Food Services, Conference -Services, Audio Visual, Security and Facilities • Manage all aspects of events including but not limited to: internal consulting, concept proposal development, site selection via RFP process, vendor negotiation, contract administration (including controlling risks associated with attrition and cancellation), hotel management, air/ground travel, total logistics coordination (menus, setup, decor, audio visual), creative writing for invitation, input on graphic design and website development, printing, registration management, coordination of speakers, giveaways, entertainment, activities, and travel staff • Manage reception desk essential functions, greeting and directing clients, answering telephone calls, promptly returning emails, etc. • As an Event Planner, you will submit facilities requests as directed by Planner; Walk and inspect conference room setups • Support Meeting Planning Managers and Meeting Specialists with high level meetings; Assist other managers as needed • Build working relationships with fellow colleagues, porters, audio visual and catering teams • Manage space issues, escalate unresolved issues to the Lead Planner • Assist Lead Planner in monitoring the shared mailbox and respond to client emails in a timely manner • Manage new meeting requests and assign rooms based on client's needs • Adhere to standards of operations established for Conference Center • Ability to plan events that can range from 10 to 500 people, with various degrees of complexity • Ability to lead team working on an event and direct many facets at one time