Event Host (Entry Level)

EAB (Education Advisory Board); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO and holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Health savings account

Job summary

EAB (Education Advisory Board) in Washington, D.C. seeks an Entry Level Event Host to lead the planning and execution of onsite partner events, ensuring a polished guest experience from arrival to departure. The role requires coordinating logistics, room setup, catering, AV, and signage while delivering exceptional service.

You will support meetings in both Richmond, VA and Washington, D.C. offices, with occasional travel and a flexible schedule for early starts or evening events.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree with an excellent academic record.
• Proficiency with Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Salesforce.
• Demonstrated success in delivering service internally and externally.

Responsibilities

• Own end‑to‑end execution of partner events hosted in EAB’s Washington, D.C. office.
• Oversee onsite logistics including catering, AV coordination, signage, transportation, and space setup.
• Create stellar first impressions and moments of wow for event attendees.
• Ensure superior service for internal and external constituencies.
• Coordinate with Facilities and vendors to maintain a polished, professional, guest‑ready environment.
• Prepare meeting rooms and event spaces per specifications – including nametags, table tents, materials, and amenities.
• Manage ground transportation logistics and track arrivals/departures for guests and speakers.
• Prepare and distribute final travel itineraries and event documents.
• Work a flexible schedule for early starts or evening events.
• Maintain a professional, calm, and service‑oriented demeanor at all times.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Salesforce

Customer service

Team environment

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Event Host (Entry Level)

Location: Washington, D.C. | Job Category: Professional Services | Job Department: G&A | Job Family: Partner & Marketing Events | Job Type: Full Time | Level: Entry Level

Role Overview:

The Event Host leads the planning and execution of EAB’s onsite partner events, owning every detail from room setup to guest experience. This role ensures a polished, welcoming environment where everything runs smoothly and partners feel genuinely cared for from arrival to departure.

Primary Responsibilities

• Own end‑to‑end execution of partner events hosted in EAB’s Washington, D.C. office.
• Oversee onsite logistics including catering, AV coordination, signage, transportation, and space setup.
• Create stellar first impressions and moments of wow for event attendees.
• Ensure superior service for internal and external constituencies.
• Coordinate with Facilities and vendors to maintain a polished, professional, guest‑ready environment.
• Prepare meeting rooms and event spaces per specifications – including nametags, table tents, materials, and amenities.
• Manage ground transportation logistics and track arrivals/departures for guests and speakers.
• Prepare and distribute final travel itineraries and event documents.
• Work a flexible schedule for early starts or evening events.
• Maintain a professional, calm, and service‑oriented demeanor at all times.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree with an excellent academic record.
• Proficiency with common workplace tools such as Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Salesforce.
• Demonstrated success in delivering service internally and externally.
• Comfortable standing and walking for extended periods during events.
• Willingness to transport items, bend, reach, and climb small ladders during setup.
• Ability to support meetings in both Richmond, VA and Washington, D.C. offices, with flexibility to travel as required by event locations.
• Some job activities may occur outside typical workdays/hours.
• Experience working in a team environment and in an office setting.

Ideal Qualifications

• Strong communication skills in person, email, and phone.
• Ability to overcome challenges and solve problems creatively.
• Sharp eye for precision and detail.
• Strong work ethic.
• Commitment to continual learning and contributing to a fair, authentic, and inclusive culture.

Compensation

Anticipated starting salary: $40,000 per year.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (dependents and domestic partners eligible).
• 20+ days of PTO annually, plus paid firm and floating holidays.
• Daytime leave policy for community service and flextime for fitness activities (up to 10 hours per month).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contribution.
• Health savings account, healthcare & dependent care flexible spending account, and pre‑tax commuter plans.
• Employee assistance program.
• Wellness programs including gym discounts, health incentives, and access to sleep & meditation app.
• Fertility treatment coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid parental leave with phased return to work program.
• Milk shipping service for nursing employees during business travel.
• Discounted pet health insurance for dog and cat family members.
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Financial wellness resources and employee discount program membership.
• Employee resource groups, merit‑based advancement, and professional growth opportunities.

This opening is not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time; candidates must possess U.S. work authorization without requiring employment‑based visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EAB is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law.