Director, Events & Experiences

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options

Access to AI event tools

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Ladders seeks a Director, Events & Experiences to lead the strategy and execution of high-profile events and experiential programs. The role partnerships with senior leadership, marketing, and sales to deliver compelling experiences across markets.

Remote location with annual compensation of $110,000–$130,000. The position requires creative vision balanced with operational rigor and executive-level communication to shape a year-round events portfolio and drive business goals.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in B2B events or experiential marketing with complex programs.
• Proven track record from strategy to on-site execution, including budget and vendor management.
• Strong understanding of marketing and technology ecosystems for impactful brand presence.
• Exceptional project management skills to handle multiple events and stakeholders.
• Creative judgment with a willingness to explore unconventional ideas.
• Clear communication and executive presence to influence and prepare leaders.

Responsibilities

• Own the strategy and execution of major events, collaborating with senior leadership.
• Build a year-round portfolio of hosted experiences to deepen relationships in key markets.
• Manage all aspects of event operations, including budgets, vendors, and attendee experience.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales to align events with business goals and audience engagement.
• Utilize AI technologies to enhance event planning and analysis.
• Create playbooks and frameworks to ensure continuous improvement across events.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

B2B events experience

Budget management

Vendor management

Executive presence

Project management

Strategic planning

Travel readiness

Tools

AI technologies

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Director, Events & Experiences to join the team of a leader in the Enterprise Technology space.

This role will lead the strategy and execution of high-profile events and experiential programs that strengthen market presence and deepen relationships with key stakeholders. You will partner closely with senior leadership, marketing, and sales to deliver compelling experiences that support business goals across multiple markets. The position requires a balance of creative vision, operational rigor, and executive-level communication to shape a year-round portfolio of events.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $110,000 – $130,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Own the strategy and execution of major events, collaborating with senior leadership
• Build a year-round portfolio of hosted experiences to deepen relationships in key markets
• Manage all aspects of event operations, including budgets, vendors, and attendee experience
• Collaborate with marketing and sales to align events with business goals and audience engagement
• Utilize AI technologies to enhance event planning and analysis
• Create playbooks and frameworks to ensure continuous improvement across events
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in B2B events or experiential marketing with complex programs
• Proven track record from strategy to on-site execution, including budget and vendor management
• Strong understanding of marketing and technology ecosystems for impactful brand presence
• Exceptional project management skills to handle multiple events and stakeholders
• Creative judgment with a willingness to explore unconventional ideas
• Clear communication and executive presence to influence and prepare leaders
• High ownership and flexibility for hands-on event involvement and travel

Benefits

• Opportunity to shape and lead high-profile industry events
• Collaborative environment with senior leadership
• Access to cutting-edge AI technologies for event optimization
• Chance to build a diverse portfolio of unique experiences
• Flexibility to travel and engage with key stakeholders in various markets

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification- your background could be exactly what this team needs.