Marketing Event Manager (Contract)

Regard•New York, NY

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Regard is seeking a proactive, highly organized Marketing Event Manager to own and elevate its event programs. The role supports a portfolio of customer summits, executive events, product launches, and major industry conferences, and independently leads new event initiatives from concept through post-event follow-up. The manager works with Marketing, Sales, Customer Success, and Executive Leadership to keep programs on track, build scalable processes, strengthen customer relationships, and drive business impact. The role includes hands-on event planning and execution, logistics and vendor coordination, budget tracking, event promotion, production of event materials, lead capture and follow-up support, and performance reporting. It requires travel for events and conferences, up to 50% of the time as needed. This is a six-month contract with the potential to transition into a full-time role based on performance and business needs. Regard's mission is to bring world-class healthcare to everyone. Its technology analyzes patient medical records to recommend diagnoses that could otherwise be missed, supporting care at the point of care and population-wide screening. Regard works with health systems and describes itself as mission-oriented and focused on meaningful relationships. The role is hybrid, with required work from Regard's Manhattan office on Tuesdays and Thursdays, more frequent office attendance during onboarding, and team onsite weeks up to once per month. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship and be within the New York City metro area. Travel to conferences and events may reach 50% during peak season. Candidates must successfully complete a background check. Regard states that it is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in event marketing, field marketing, event production, or related roles, including hands-on event delivery and ownership of individual programs.
Experience managing event logistics, vendor relationships, timelines, and budgets, with the ability to execute independently.
Ability to translate event objectives into practical plans that support broader marketing, engagement, and pipeline goals.
Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
Creative, resourceful problem solver who takes initiative and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% of the time for events and conferences.
Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship and residence within the New York City metro area.
Successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

B2B event marketing experience, particularly in SaaS or technology environments.
Experience supporting large-scale customer conferences while independently managing smaller events, executive programs, or new initiatives.
Experience with event performance reporting, lead management, and CRM workflows.
Familiarity with Google Workspace, Salesforce, Figma, Cvent, or similar event and marketing tools.
Experience working in healthcare or health tech.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute Regard's core event portfolio alongside the Senior Event Marketing Manager, including customer summits, executive experiences, and major industry conferences.
Independently lead new event initiatives end-to-end, including shaping project plans, coordinating stakeholders, managing execution, and driving post-event evaluation.
Manage day-to-day event logistics, including venue and vendor coordination, production, AV, catering, registration, travel, and on-site operations.
Track event budgets, forecasts, purchase orders, and invoices, and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency.
Coordinate event promotion with internal teams, including invitations, email campaigns, landing pages, social content, and attendee communications.
Own production and delivery of signage, collateral, swag, and other event materials in partnership with Creative and external vendors.
Support lead capture, CRM processes, and sales follow-up; track engagement, pipeline contribution, and post-event results.
Maintain shared event calendars, project plans, timelines, and repeatable workflows.
Serve as an on-site lead for assigned events, proactively resolving issues and ensuring a strong attendee experience.