Programming Manager (Contract)

The Suite

9d

About The Position

The Suite is seeking a contract Programming Manager to own, elevate, and execute high-impact content and event strategies across a diverse portfolio of executive experiences—including member forums, off-sites, workshops, and curated salons. Reporting to the Head of Programming for the F Suite, you will play a pivotal role in shaping agendas, building speaker lineups, designing world-class networking opportunities, and ensuring seamless event delivery from concept through execution.

The ideal candidate will thrive in high-autonomy, fast-paced environments and be adept at balancing big-picture thinking with hands-on execution. You are proactive in communication, resourceful in leveraging historical context and prior documentation, and comfortable applying AI and automation to increase the impact and quality of your work. You excel under pressure, document learnings for future teams, and bring a flexible, solution-focused mindset to every challenge.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in event programming, content development, or event management, preferably with executive audiences or high-profile corporate gatherings
• Demonstrated success owning end-to-end planning and execution for complex events or programs
• Skilled in agenda design, speaker and stakeholder engagement, and the creation of curated networking or experiential moments
• Experience managing sponsor relationships and integrating partner content
• Proficiency with digital collaboration and event tools (Airtable, Asana, Trello, etc.); prior use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT Enterprise) a strong plus
• Exceptional organizational skills with a proven ability to manage multiple projects, shifting priorities, and urgent needs
• Clear, proactive communicator comfortable coordinating across cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders
• High degree of autonomy, sound judgment, and adaptability in fast-moving, live-event environments
• Experience documenting processes, optimizing workflows, and ensuring continuity across multifaceted programs

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a membership-driven or professional networking organization a plus

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end content strategy and execution for assigned events, balancing strategic vision with meticulous on-the-ground delivery.
• Lead agenda development, identify and secure speakers and co-chairs, manage outreach, and develop detailed run-of-show plans.
• Design and implement curated networking experiences tailored to senior executive audiences.
• Manage sponsor content, guiding topic selection, materials review, and expectation setting.
• Track event performance and gather actionable feedback through Airtable and standardized reporting tools.
• Optimize and build upon existing templates, documentation, and processes for ongoing continuity and improvement.
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure consistently exceptional member and attendee experiences.
• Leverage advanced tools—including ChatGPT Enterprise and AI-driven workflows—to enhance content creation, streamline planning, and boost operational efficiency.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed