Event Manager

Position Title: Event Manager, Events Department of Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce

Reports to: Vice President of Events & Strategic Initiatives

Scope: Manage and revitalize events by developing event planning strategies to increase awareness and attendance, in tandem with other Chamber event managers as directed and as required to successfully implement the Chamber’s strategic plan.

Overall purpose of position:

• Management of Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival events, with primary responsibility for the Fashion Show Luncheon and the Class of 2025 Unscripted & Tailgate.
• Management of other Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce business/community events. Primary responsibility for: spring Golf Outing; Chamber Cup golf outing; fall Clay Shooting and Annual Meeting/Business Excellence Awards.
• Periodically work in collaboration with other Events Department staff in the planning and production of other events, including both Enshrinement Festival and non-Enshrinement Festival events.
• Assist with other events department tasks as needed.

Duties:

• Plan events from start to finish according to requirements, target audience and objectives, as well as coordinate all event operations.
• Research suggestions to enhance the event’s success.
• Prepare budgets and ensure adherence to budget in both expenses and income.
• Source and negotiate with vendors and suppliers.
• Oversee booking personnel for events (entertainment, etc.).
• Assist in promotional activities for the event as needed.
• Coordinate all support individuals (volunteers, caterers, venue staff, etc.).
• Ensure the event is completed smoothly and step up to resolve any problems that might occur.
• Analyze the event’s success and prepare wrap-up reports.
• Work with the Sponsorship Department to ensure that sponsorship benefits for events are correctly activated and fulfilled.
• Work closely with volunteer committees for each event and recruit new volunteers.
• Assume full responsibility for meeting coordination and facilitation, including agenda contents and minutes.
• Willingness to partner with Canton Regional Chamber members to provide products and services needed to put on events.
• Work with the Marketing Department to coordinate the preparation of programs, tickets, ads, scripts, and other promotional materials where applicable.
• Operate within the formal and informal goals, standards, policies, and procedures of the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce, as well as those specific to the Enshrinement Festival department, and those associated with our partnership with the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Qualifications: Specific knowledge, training or skills required to perform the duties of this position, including specific concepts, courses, training programs or required certifications:

• Experience in special event planning preferred but not required
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong work ethic with ability to be part of a team concept yet also be a self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision.
• In-depth interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to relate to all types of people both internally and externally.
• Extreme attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Exhibit the highest standards of integrity.
• Exceptional ability to work effectively with the public and large numbers of volunteers.
• Ability to work early mornings and after-hours as events dictate.
• Decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical thinking skills.
• Broad knowledge of office procedures, practices, and protocols.
• Computer skills: Excel and spreadsheets, Microsoft Word, Power Point, database management.
• Must maintain a valid Ohio driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Willingness/ability to work outside (standing) for extended periods during events.
• Ability to lift, and load/unload boxes and other event items.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Canton, OH 44702 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Canton, OH 44702: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person