Senior Director of Events

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This position may be based in a virtual office anywhere in the United StatesFull-TimeDirector

Salary120,000 - 155,000 USD per year

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7+ years of experience in event strategy, event management, or a related field.
Experience leading large-scale, high-profile events with 500+ attendees.
Experience designing event content including agendas, session formats, and speaker lineups for a policy- or issue-driven audience.
Demonstrated track record of using technology and process design to improve event efficiency and scalability.
Proven people-management experience with the ability to build and grow a high-performing team.
Strong budget management and vendor negotiation skills.
Exceptional project management skills with ability to manage multiple complex timelines.
Willingness to travel regularly for site visits and on-site event execution (roughly 20% travel).
Passion for hospitality and creating memorable experiences.
Experience designing and executing donor cultivation events (ideal).
Familiarity with the state-based think tank movement or nonprofit/association event work (plus).

Oversee overall strategy, planning, and execution for SPN's events, including our 1,500+ person Annual Meeting.
Drive content planning and programming, collaborating with leadership to build agendas and curate speakers.
Design systems and processes to scale the event portfolio while maintaining a warm attendee experience.
Build and maintain strong, ongoing relationships with vendors, sponsors, and partners.
Hire, mentor, and coach members of the four-person events team.
Oversee event sponsorship strategy and execution to meet revenue goals.
Ensure brand consistency across speakers, content, and event logistics.
Develop and track event budgets to execute high-quality events cost-effectively.

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