Senior Manager, Conferences & Community Events

Fora•New York, NY

35d•$100,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a seasoned Senior Manager, Conferences & Community Events to lead Fora’s large-scale, community-facing event strategy and execution. This role serves as the strategic owner and driver of Fora’s most visible gatherings — including our annual flagship conference Live Forum, Networking Roadshows, Keynote Events, and other community-driven experiences that connect, inspire, and empower our travel advisors. You’ll oversee the strategy, budget, and execution of these programs while leading a small but growing team. The ideal candidate brings both strategic vision and operational excellence — someone who can think big, execute flawlessly, and ensure every event delivers commercial, brand, and community impact for Fora’s advisors and our global travel partners.

Requirements

6–8 years of experience in strategic event program development and hands-on execution of large-scale conferences or networking events (500–1,000+ attendees).
2–3 years of experience designing community-driven events with long-term value and diverse stakeholder needs in mind.
Experience building or scaling networking-focused programs, including facilitated or speed-networking formats with high volumes of 1:1 or small-group meetings (a strong plus).
Proven ability to manage and develop high-performing teams through complex program execution.
Experience overseeing end-to-end P&L management for seven-figure budgets, including forecasting and tracking of expenses and revenue.
Strong knowledge of event technology and ticketing platforms (Cvent, Bizzabo, Splash, etc).
Excellent communicator who drives cross-functional alignment with clarity and accountability.
Calm under pressure, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering exceptional attendee experiences.
Deep understanding of the commercial, brand, and community impact of well-executed events.
Based in NYC or willing to relocate; must be authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

Event Strategy & Execution: Own the strategic direction and execution of Fora’s conferences and community events, ensuring every program advances advisor development, builds community, strengthens partner relationships, and aligns with broader company objectives.
Program Design & Delivery: Oversee the end-to-end creation and production of event programs—from programming and large-scale production to logistics, communications, and reporting—to deliver high-impact experiences.
P&L Ownership: Own the full Conferences & Community Events budget, including annual forecasting, cost planning, revenue generation, and post-event reconciliation, maintaining rigorous financial tracking and accountability.
Performance Measurement: Establish clear success metrics, evaluate performance across events, and iterate on the event portfolio to enhance advisor value and amplify Fora’s brand presence.
Attendee Experience Management: Oversee all attendee-facing operational systems—including ticketing, invoicing, event pages, and communications flows—to ensure a frictionless and consistent experience.
Partner Engagement: Shape the partner and sponsorship strategy for our large-scale events, collaborating with the Partners Team to design opportunities that provide measurable value and drive revenue.
Insights & Optimization: Work with the Data Team to analyze engagement and satisfaction metrics, transforming insights into continuous improvements in programming and attendee journeys.
Team Leadership: Lead and develop a growing team responsible for delivering high-quality, large-scale event programs, providing structure, guidance, and support.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Finance, Brand, Training, Communications, Partners, and Advisor Segment Owners to align on event priorities, program goals, and resource needs for seamless execution.