Event Manager

PRA Business Events•Boston, MA

1d•$70,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Candidates must be based in the Boston area to be considered for this role. This role is able to work from home but candidates must also be able to regularly attend client meetings, events, site inspections, etc. in person. PRA is the market-leading business event management firm, delivering unique experiences that move hearts, minds and businesses forward. Blending Passion, Reach and Authenticity, PRA works collaboratively with clients to craft creative, multi-sensory attendee journeys to leave a lasting impression. Summary The Event Manager is a hybrid role supporting the Sales, Proposal Development and Event Production functions for a select segment of the business meeting specific criteria. While this is an independent and self-reliant role, the Event Manager will be working in collaboration with our clients, suppliers, and as needed, internal PRA teams to develop and deliver events that exceed our clients' expectations. The Event Manager is responsible for increasing overall sales volume by developing key relationships with new accounts and growing existing assigned accounts, while attaining PRA's profitability objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent relevant experience, or a combination thereof
2 years of experience in overseeing the execution of corporate meetings, client events, and other complex programs with DMC, corporate incentive travel, hospitality, or related experience highly preferred
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to analyze and interpret client proposal requirements, contracts, financial reports, and other legal documents
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, supplier partners, and hoteliers
Ability to multitask and work on multiple programs with different deadlines
Ability to work well with all levels of management and staff, hoteliers and venue staff, clients and supplier/partner.
Working knowledge of attractions, hotels, parks, venues and supplier/partners in the local area and ability to locate and vet new venues and supplier/partners
Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends, evenings and holidays
Must currently live in the Boston area

Responsibilities

Salesforce entry and maintenance including revenue, gross profit, and probability updates
All aspects of client account management and communication
Facilitate client discovery and lead qualifying calls
Generate and maintain Proposal Request Form
Plan and attend site visits as needed
Proposal review with client
Generate Program Services Agreement and all necessary addendums
Develop client proposal and edit as needed until finalization
Supplier outreach for availability, pricing, etc.
Generate and maintain Program Financials, including costing, client invoicing, etc.
Schedule planning visit as required
All aspects of supplier/venue management including negotiations and contracting
Develop on-site Staffing Plan
Create Program Production Packet and distribute to staff as required
Manage all aspects of Supplier Invoicing including generation and system input for processing
Organize, schedule and attend Pre-Convention Meetings (Precons)
Manage all aspects of onsite execution, including hotel communication
Submit any outstanding supplier invoices for processing
PPE survey sent to client