Events Manager

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. 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 logistics • Conducting site visits and securing event venues • Negotiating contracts with venues and vendors • Developing themes and content for events • Speaker selection and content coordination • Working closely with the communications team to develop marketing materials and promotional efforts for each event. • Developing and maintaining effective internal and external relationships with a focus on high-quality customer service • Serve as a resource across the organization as an event expert and assist with training and mentorship of team members as needed • Additional duties as required by event Preferred skills we like to see: • Prior event or meeting planning experience; corporate events a plus • Proven experience managing complex events • Ability to work autonomously to accomplish job duties • Ability to work in a dynamic, team-based environment • Understanding of both revenue and expense sides of event budgets • Experience with sponsorships and event sales • Experience in marketing for events • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Expert organization skills and attention to detail • Understanding of business/non-profit communities a plus • Experience with Salesforce and/or Blackthorn Events a plus