Events Manager

Access Destination Services•Chicago, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Events Manager at Access, you will work, both strategically and tactically, to deliver exceptional events that create WOW for our amazing clients. You’ll collaborate with teams across the company, especially the Sales and Creative Teams. You’ll drive operational excellence in all event areas, including client service, venue management, production coordination, vendor management, transportation coordination, contract negotiation and event staff management.

Requirements

2 – 5 years experience managing multiple clients and programs.
Demonstrated success in planning and executing events.
Self-motivated, customer-focused, and team-oriented.
Strong organization and time management skills.

Responsibilities

Provide operational solutions to our clients, always looking for improvements and efficiencies.
Manage all vendors required for a program.
Own the Statement of Work, any additional deposit requests, and final invoicing.
Manage assigned Event Staff during the event and proactively prepare staff prior to an event to ensure consistent communication and operational excellence.
Upsell services that would improve the client experience.
Own the budget with a goal of obtaining gross profit goals.
Connect with hotel conference service managers and onsite staff to ensure a seamless partnership for the client between DMC and Hotel.
Salesforce database management regarding ASO’s and Vendor information, in addition to working with procurement to confirm vendors are vetted and approved.
Ensure that KPI’s and Key Results are measured and met.