Event Planner/Coordinator

Corporate Events Planner & Sales Manager

Location: Charlotte and surrounding areas, NC
Department: Events & Experiences
Type: Full-Time | Flexible Schedule (Nights & Weekends Required Based on Events)

About Us

Our railroad isn’t just about transportation—it’s about creating unforgettable experiences. From high-end corporate events and client entertainment to themed dinners and private celebrations aboard historic trains, we offer one-of-a-kind venues that combine nostalgia, innovation, and hospitality. We are expanding our events division and looking for a connected, driven, imaginative professional to help take it to the next level.

The Role

We are seeking a Corporate Events Planner & Sales Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. This role blends event planning, relationship-building, and sales. You will be responsible for bringing corporate events to life—from prospecting and pitching to planning, budgeting, execution, and post-event follow-up.

This is a hands-on role for a self-starter who understands how to use email, social media, and web-based marketing as powerful tools for corporate outreach.

Key Responsibilities

Proactively sell and book corporate events aboard our entertainment train and venues
Cold call, network, and leverage existing corporate contacts to generate new business
Build and maintain relationships with corporate clients, event agencies, and community partners
Create and execute email marketing campaigns targeting corporate clients and prospects
Utilize social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, etc.) to promote corporate event opportunities
Collaborate on website content and landing pages to support event sales
Plan and execute corporate events from initial concept through day-of operations
Collaborate with internal teams (operations, food & beverage, marketing, mechanical, and entertainment) to ensure seamless events
Streamline event planning and sales processes to improve efficiency and scalability
Create imaginative, customized event concepts that elevate the guest experience
Be present on-site during events, including nights and weekends, as required
Track leads, contracts, timelines, and post-event feedback

Qualifications & Experience

3+ years of experience in corporate event planning, event sales, or hospitality sales
Established corporate contacts in Charlotte and/or throughout North Carolina strongly preferred
Proven ability to cold call, pitch, and close business
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple events at once
Experience with email marketing platforms, CRM systems, or lead-tracking tools
Comfortable creating and managing social media content for business development
Understanding of web-based marketing, landing pages, or digital lead funnels
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Creative thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset
Willing and able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

What Sets You Apart

You see a unique venue opportunity and imagine endless event possibilities
You’re excited by selling something truly different—not a ballroom or banquet hall
You enjoy both strategy and execution
You thrive in an environment where no two events are the same

Why Join Us

Work with a one-of-a-kind event venue and growing entertainment division
Opportunity to shape and grow the corporate events program
Creative freedom to design memorable experiences
Competitive compensation based on experience, with growth potential

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25.0 per week

Benefits:

Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person