Senior Event Manager

Accentuate Staffing is seeking a Sr. Event Manager for one of our clients in Chapel Hill. NC. The Sr. Event Manager will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a wide range of events from trade shows to lunch and learns. This role will work closely with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure that all events are engaging, on-brand, and executed seamlessly. The Event Manager will be expected to manage budgets, timelines, logistics, and post-event analysis to continuously improve event strategies.

Key Responsibilities :

Plan and execute company events, including employee engagement activities, industry conferences, client events, trade shows, executive retreats and community outreach ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Coordinate and attend marketing events, trade shows, and exhibitions as needed, including booking venues, hotel rooms, flights, and purchasing promotional materials.

Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources while delivering high-quality experiences.

Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors to oversee all event logistics, including venue selection, catering, transportation, equipment, and materials.

Develop relationships with vendors, sponsors, and partners to support and enhance events.

Manage on-site event setup, execution, and breakdown, ensuring all activities run smoothly and issues are resolved promptly.

Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to create promotional strategies for events, including online content, social media, and event materials.

Handle any issues that arise, from technical difficulties to logistical challenges.

Oversee compliance with health and safety regulations, including emergency procedures and on-site risk assessments.

Conduct post-event evaluations to assess success, gather feedback, and identify improvement opportunities.

Create schedules for exhibitions and other customer-focused events, maintain sample requests, and arrange training seminars.

Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in marketing, and proactively recommend innovative approaches.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Public Relations, Business Administration, Marketing, Communications or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in corporate event planning and execution, preferably within the solar industry.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a talent for building and maintaining professional relationships.
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors or clients.
• Ability to handle stressful situations with a calm and solution-oriented approach.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in digital marketing tools and platforms, including analytics, Adobe Creative Suite and CRM software.