Events Manager

Public Strategies - Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time - Mid Level

Oklahoma City, OK

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Events Manager at Public Strategies Inc. is responsible for overseeing the planning and execution of live, virtual, and hybrid events. This role involves managing budgets, coordinating logistics, and leading event teams to ensure successful outcomes. The Events Manager will work closely with the Senior Manager of Events & Logistics and is expected to maintain strong relationships with clients and vendors while staying current on industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Oversees live meetings and special events, including budgeting, site selection, contract negotiation, registration, marketing materials, hotel accommodations, audio-visual services, and post-event activities.
• Plans and executes virtual events that provide return on investment to key stakeholders and an engaging digital experience for attendees.
• Manages on-site event teams, including administrative staff, temporary event staff, and consultants.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with clients, partners, vendors, and other team members.
• Prepares budget estimates and written proposals to secure new business.
• Stays current on meeting and event trends, including new technology, and contributes creative ideas and solutions.
• Utilizes a variety of systems, tools, and platforms to accomplish goals.
• Represents Public Strategies at external events, conferences, and meetings, as appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field required.
• Minimum of four years experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of five years experience working in an event-related capacity required.
• Prior supervision of personnel required.
• MS Office proficiency required.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified Meeting Professional or other relevant certification preferred.
• Experience with Cvent & Whova registration preferred.
• Participation in a professional association for meeting professionals preferred.