Director of Events

Position Responsibilities The Small Business Investor Alliance (SBIA) is seeking a Director of Events. This position is a key part of the Events team and will have some supervisory responsibilities. The Director prepares and facilitates logistics for the Association's event offerings including Conferences, Small-Group Meetings, Networking Activities, Private Dinners, Educational Classes, and Webinars. The Association produces 17+ events per year, across the country and locally in DC, with attendance ranging from 20-600 people. This position functions as part of the Events Team and is responsible for a subset of those events. This position requires an experienced, highly organized, detail-oriented individual who can work independently, as part of a team, and as a leader. Essential Job Functions Plan and execute the Association's event offerings, including detailed budgeting, as assigned. Collaborate with member committees following the "listen, learn, help, lead" model in planning and executing events. Develop RFPs and perform venue selections; negotiate costs and services with vendors; secure event space, arrange food and beverage selections, coordinate AV and other services as needed. Responsible for food and beverage orders and guarantees, AV and room set-up, managing room blocks, as well as developing and adhering to the budget for events. Work in conjunction with team members to ensure the event registration process is flawless. Coordinate and lead pre-event meetings and calls and perform follow-ups. Advise on event content and responsibility for speaker and faculty coordination. Maintain and adhere to event planning documents and checklists as well as associated deadlines. Manage on-site logistics and event staff, as well as oversee coordination with the venue and all vendors. Collaborate with the Marketing Team on event concept, graphic design/production/printing, and event marketing. Ensure events comply with insurance, health and safety standards. In charge of post-event follow-ups, including survey administration, invoice processing, distribution of conference materials and presentations, budget review. Respond to general association and event-related inquiries and regularly engage with Association members. Other events projects and responsibilities as assigned. Learn the industry and then remain up to date on developments in the industry. Working Conditions Office is located in downtown Washington, DC In-office work a minimum of 3-4 days per week, with telework 1-2 days a week, subject to change. A professional, fast paced environment Travel is required - all domestic Occasional work outside regular business hours leading up to and during events is likely Events occur both locally and across the country Benefits Competitive salary plus bonus Health Insurance Dental Insurance Life Insurance 401(k) Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor's Degree required 15+ years of experience in event planning for events of 200+ attendees Experience working in a professional office environment; Trade or Professional Association experience preferred Positive, enthusiastic attitude and customer-oriented demeanor Experience with Aventri or other event registration platform preferred Experience with Growthzone or other Association Management System Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook) Ability to organize, prioritize, initiate and coordinate multiple tasks and projects to meet deadlines Strong work ethic Excellent oral and written communication skills Extremely detailed oriented Ability to travel and attend 6+ events per year Desire for professional growth, development and a passion for earning success The base salary range for this position is: $100,000-$130,000; salary is commensurate with experience and job role. Bonus is subject to performance.