Manager of Major Events

Who We Are

TAG is a world-class membership organization, with 30,000 members from over 1,200 companies, and an engine for economic development for the state of Georgia. TAG's mission is to drive innovation among Georgia’s technology community, inspires tech leaders and fosters inclusivity through four foundational pillars – Connect, Promote, Influence and Educate.  

Through its four foundational pillars TAG serves the technology community, helping to support, grow and ignite tech leaders, companies, and the overall Georgia economy. 

Who You Are

The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) is seeking an energetic individual interested in learning about activating effective and engaging world-class events through hands-on experience. Under the direction of the Sr. Director of Major Events, the Events Manager position will help coordinate the creation and production of events.

Connect

TAG brings together major players across multiple industry verticals through four major Events, 18 professional societies and mentorships, drawing from the breadth and depth of Georgia’s vast tech ecosystem and TAG’s 30,000 members to make lasting connections.  

Promote

TAG tells the story of why Georgia is a top location for technology and provides brand visibility across a vibrant tech space. High-profile awards, digital marketing and global Events spotlight Georgia’s technology workforce, and our statewide technology community.  

Influence

TAG fosters business development and enables companies and leaders to influence our state’s future, making sure we have great policies and a favorable business climate for GA’s technology sector to grow and thrive.  

Educate

Engagement with TAG enables companies to educate audiences and position themselves as key players. TAG also helps prepare the workforce for today and the future through the TAG-Ed, which promotes robust STEM education opportunities.  

What You'll Do

This position is responsible for supporting TAG’s signature events. The Manager supports and collaborates with the Senior Director of Events. This position is responsible for supporting logistics, communications, promotions and other engagement strategies to increase overall awareness and participation in the above-mentioned events. Effective project management skills, solution orientation, and internal and external communications are vital to the success of this role. The Manager also serves as a liaison to TAG members, partners, speakers, sponsors and vendors. Additionally, the Manager oversees and helps coordinate the delivery of benefits to TAG event partners and sponsors.

Specific Responsibilities include:

• Manage event related communications, including emails, promotional copy, speaker acknowledgements and confirmations, event follow up (thank –you, attendee surveys, and attendee/sponsor requests. 

• Own and maintain Event Committee planning decks, ensuring they are up-to-date and effectively support event strategy. 

• Assists in supporting event logistics (pre-, day-of, and post-), including coordinating run-of show, vendor management, and on-site execution.  

• Tracking event registrations and fielding volunteer and attendee requests, ensuring a seamless experience for all. 

• Coordinate with speakers and panels, including scheduling prep calls, content coordination, and presentation logistics.  

• Assist in coordinating and facilitating planning meetings, capturing key takeaways and action items.  

• Attend all major events and required society events, providing onsite execution and management.  

• Gathering data and creating reports, such as applications for speakers, awards, and post-event analysis.  

• Maintain proficient use of Association’s CRM, ensuring accurate data tracking and engagement reporting.  

What You Bring

• Proven experience in event management, strategic communications, marketing/, managing volunteers. 

• Preferred: Minimum of 2 years in event management in a member-facing organization, preferred 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

• Excellent project management skills 

• Proven experience and excellent skills with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 

• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, attention to detail and the ability to prioritize in a changing environment and still meet deadlines 

• Polished and professional when dealing with members, prospective members, sponsors, speakers, vendors, and executive management 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

• Strong desire to learn along with professional drive. 

• WordPress, Canva, and Sprout Social experience a plus. 

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality, Business or Marketing  

What We Offer

This is a full-time position with benefits.

• Annual salary based on experience 

• Employer-provided healthcare, dental and vision 

• Hybrid work environment - Must live in Atlanta area Full time, including some required morning and evening responsibilities 

Equal employment opportunity is a fundamental principle at TAG-ED. We are committed to a work environment in which relationships are characterized by dignity, courtesy, and respect. We are committed to nondiscrimination in all business operations.

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