Senior Meeting & Events Planner

The Senior Meeting & Events Planner will lead successful execution of events as the primary point of contact for clients and primary communicator of event details to the meeting and events operations team. Responsible for all communications, planning meetings with event staff, and proactively planning logistics across the master calendar.Handles each event as a project from planning through execution, to include, crafting and leading detailed event planning timelines, ensuring deadlines are met on time and with high quality.Participates and/or leads planning calls, representing the site and ensuring all event aspects are in accordance with building safety and security regulations.Coordinates with internal partners as well as with outside vendors and event professionals to manage client expectations.Responsible for food and beverage management including menu planning, collaborating with the client.Key contact for the event in ensuring seamless event delivery by the Meeting & Events operations team.Captures post-event reporting and reconciliation and suggests recommendations for continuous improvement and cost / process efficiencies.Supports and provides informal mentorship to junior members of the team.May support with budget creation for events and accountable for budget adherence and related activities such as requesting and reviewing invoices in a timely manner. What You'll Need High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience and/or training.Experience in corporate or conference center management preferred.Comfortable meeting and engaging with new people.Warm and engaging demeanor. We value a culture of respect, integrity, service and excellence that crafts our approach to every opportunity!