Manager, Corporate Events

CVS Health•Hartford, CT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Events Manager is a key member of the Corporate Events team supporting the entire CVS Health enterprise. Our mission is to create and deliver innovative brand experiences that drive growth, retention, and reflect our corporate objectives and values. This role is responsible for managing meetings and trade shows within the Center of Excellence, collaborating with key business stakeholders to develop event strategies focused on best-in-class execution driving internal engagement, influencing customers, and enhancing our brand.

Requirements

Strong business acumen, including analytical, organizational, and planning skills, with a solution-oriented approach to decision-making
Dedicated and focused, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing tasks
Strong presentation and leadership skills to influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the enterprise
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Strong understanding of meeting technologies and project management
Demonstrates accountability, ownership, collaboration and a commitment to innovation in every aspect of event management
Minimum 5-7 years of event management experience with internal and external stakeholders
Expertise in Cvent (RFP, website development, overall management, communications, reporting)
A valid driver’s license is required to rent vehicles
Bachelor’s degree OR equiv. work experience
Cvent certification REQUIRED

Nice To Haves

CMP certification preferred

Responsibilities

Manage all event logistics for a variety of in-person, virtual, and hybrid events of varying complexity for both internal and external audiences
Collaborate strategically with internal business partners across the enterprise to understand and support their goals, proactively integrating events into business plans to drive results
Build and maintain strong internal business partner relationships by delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring successful event outcomes with flawless execution
Partner with enterprise leaders to develop compelling agendas and drive customer and colleague engagement, influencing overall event design and leveraging best practices
Develop and manage project plans, timelines, budgets, project status, and expectations
Identify operational challenges and develop solution-oriented strategies and processes
Work cross-functionally with internal teams including Operations, Legal, Security, IT, Human Resources, Compliance, Communications, and Marketing to coordinate all event components
Collaborate with Procurement on legal contracts, statements of work (SOWs), and letters of agreement (LOAs)
Oversee and manage event financials, supplier payments, event reconciliation, and cost-savings documentation
Prepare post event recaps and reports measuring key ROI (return on investment) and indicators and survey metrics
Independently manage all aspects of assigned events from end to end, including venue sourcing, pre-event planning, project management, invitations, attendee registration, budget oversight, final reconciliation, billing accuracy, meeting close-out, and additional duties as needed
Successfully manage multiple complex projects and internal business partners in a fast-paced environment
Partner with internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality events that support our company culture. values, internal engagement, and customer success.
Negotiate and contract with vendors, venues and partners to drive cost efficiency and savings while ensure service level and project scope
Provide onsite management (travel) and execution of all assigned events
Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures, and use of all pre-established templates and processes
Deliver operational requirements and tasks within agreed timelines
Stay current on industry trends in event management and integrate innovative practices into event design as appropriate