Corporate Events Specialist

Huntington National Bank • Columbus, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Event Specialist provides administrative support for the planning, coordination, and execution of various industry events, both in-person and virtual. This role involves handling event logistics, budgeting, and colleague or customer engagement tasks to ensure smooth event operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 1+ years experience in event planning, marketing, or a related role

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality work
• Experience in managing virtual and/or in person events
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial management
• Familiarity with marketing and promotional strategies
• Familiarity with CVENT and advanced Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting event goals, monitoring budgets, and organizing event logistics such as audience, location, and agenda.
• Coordinate with the marketing team to create and distribute event marketing collateral.
• Support the exploration of new strategies for advancing organization-wide events, including regional gatherings, statewide conferences, golf outings, and other events.
• Utilize Cvent to build and manage event registration.
• Assist in planning virtual conventions with exhibit halls and coordinate with production companies to deliver high-level virtual events.
• Contribute to the development of event strategies, procedures, and standards for the organization.
• Support multiple event plans throughout the year to ensure events are completed on target and within budget.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with sponsors and partners.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure that all organizational priorities and goals are met.
• Support management of vendor relationships, contracting, and new vendor set up.
• Support submitting and follow through on Marketing Workfront requests.
• Support colleagues to ensure flawless execution of all events.
• Analyze event metrics to determine ROI and provide reporting to senior management.
• Assist with the creation and content development in partnership with Marketing and Communications.

What This Job Offers

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