Corporate Event Coordinator

CrossCountry Mortgage • Cleveland, OH

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About The Position

The Corporate Event Coordinator plans, coordinates, and executes corporate events that support business objectives, employee engagement initiatives, and brand strategy. The role covers budgeting, vendor relations, logistics, marketing, on-site execution, and post-event evaluation. Working with internal stakeholders and external partners, the coordinator ensures events are delivered on time, within budget, aligned with CCM brand standards, and provide an exceptional attendee experience. Event concepts and themes are developed in line with strategy determined by the National Events Manager. The position may require travel up to 20%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Hospitality, Event Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in vendor management, contract negotiation, and event logistics.
• Experience with event budgeting and fiscal management.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Attention to detail in planning and executing events.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with vendors, clients, and stakeholders.
• Creativity in developing memorable event themes and ideas.
• Judgment and decision-making skills to resolve issues before, during, and after events.
• Adaptability to respond to changes and unforeseen challenges.
• Familiarity with basic AV technology, including sound systems, microphones, projectors, and lighting.
• Knowledge of virtual event platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Webex.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of corporate event coordination experience, preferred.
• Proficiency in event management software such as Swoogo, Cvent, or Eventbrite is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative ideas and themes for conferences, meetings, trade shows, team-building events, and holiday parties in line with the strategy determined by the National Events Manager.
• Prepare and manage event budgets, keeping activities within financial constraints.
• Create timelines and project plans to keep events on schedule and meet deadlines.
• Research and hire event vendors, including caterers, AV technicians, photographers, decorators, transportation companies, and security personnel.
• Coordinate vendor logistics and ensure services, deliveries, and setup are timely.
• Gather event requirements and preferences from internal stakeholders or clients.
• Create and implement internal and external event marketing plans, such as email campaigns, social media posts, and flyers.
• Ensure event materials, signage, and décor reflect corporate brand and messaging.
• Oversee event setup and logistics, including registration desks, attendee flow, and signage.
• Coordinate audio-visual setup, including microphones, projectors, screens, and live streaming when required.
• Keep event activities, including sessions, speakers, and performances, running according to schedule.
• Provide customer service to event guests and participants.
• Resolve technical, logistical, and other issues or emergencies during events.
• Collect attendee feedback after events to evaluate success and identify improvements.
• Finalize invoices and track spending against the initial budget.
• Send thank-you notes to participants, sponsors, vendors, and attendees.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation plan for eligible employees.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Company-provided short-term disability.
• Employee assistance program.
• Wellness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level