Event Planner Job at Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) in Charlotte

Job Title: Event Planner Location: Charlotte, NC Job Summary and Description: The Event Planner collaborates with EPRI event hosts to plan and execute multiple types of events of varying complexity to ensure a successful business outcome. • Consults with event host to conduct needs assessment with the ability to fully grasp and help execute according to the intended outcome of the event • Responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining event project plans that deliver comprehensive view of event details • Prepare and manage event budget, review and understand contract details, monitor event staffing, coordinate creation and production of conference/event materials, manage invoice/fee reconciliation and payment, as well as conduct post-event evaluations to monitor and report areas that need improvement and/or require reconciliation. Education and Experience: • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent event planning or hospitality industry experience • 5 years event planning or hospitality industry experience preferred • Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) preferred • Working knowledge of meeting management system(s), web-based registration and communication tools and ability to learn other tools as developed to successfully execute and evaluate meetings/events • Interpersonal skills: Instill confidence and trust among event constituents; positively represent EPRI to members and vendors; effectively work with EPRI employees at all levels • EPRI SM&C: Able to incorporate EPRI Strategic Marketing and Communications team visions including consistent branding, communication and event experience guidelines in a purposeful, impactful way to all EPRI events • Event Industry Tools: Familiar with basic audio visual equipment and event logistical items (e.g., sets, lighting, microphones, voting systems); familiarity of leading tools including event apps, communication and registration tools, and other tools that lend themselves to promoting engagement and enhancing the event experience • Experience Marketing Events and Trade Show experience a plus • Experience in people leadership a plus Skills and Attributes: • Expert people skills, particularly in terms of building confidence, demonstrating creativity and follow-through in an effort to support EPRI Event Experience • Strong verbal communication skills in order to lead production meetings, negotiate agreements, manage unexpected issues, interact effectively with wide variety of people and provide stellar customer service • Strong written communication skills in order to create, implement and evaluate event plans; ability to write various communications for stakeholders about events • Must be able/willing to travel significantly • Partners effectively with colleagues, customers and vendors • Takes accountability for personal excellence; confident & self-starting • Exceptional communication and follow-up, both verbal and written • Must be self-directed with strong project management. This role is eligible to participate in EPRI’s annual incentive program. www.epri.com Together Shaping the Future of Energy EPRI provides thought leadership, industry expertise, and collaborative value to help the electricity sector identify issues, technology gaps, and broader needs that can be addressed through effective research and development programs for the benefit of society.