Events Director

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 148,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity for all employees

Flexible time off and paid volunteer

401(k) contribution and matching

Training and career development

Private medical & mental health plan

Employee Assistance Program

Fertility support and paid parental

Job summary

Ladders is seeking an Events Director to shape the strategy and execution of a flagship IT industry event. This remote role partners with senior leaders to define vision, build value for attendees, and deliver a polished, high-performing program.

The role requires strategic planning, operational rigor, and creative thinking to elevate a major industry event. Compensation ranges from $148,000 to $240,000 annually for a senior event leader.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in B2B events or experiential marketing with large-scale ownership.
• Proven track record leading flagship conferences or major industry events.
• Experience managing substantial event budgets and vendor negotiations.
• Ability to influence senior executives and lead cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with event technology and performance analytics tools such as Salesforce and Cvent.

Responsibilities

• Define the multi-year vision and strategic objectives for the flagship event.
• Own the complete event business plan, including budget and risk management.
• Develop a unique event identity and attendee value proposition.
• Collaborate with teams to create engaging content and seamless event production.
• Drive attendee strategy and engagement across various communities.

Skills

Event strategy

Cross-functional leadership

Budget management

Executive influence

Event tech & analytics

Tools

Salesforce

Cvent

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Events Director to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space.
This role will shape the strategy and execution of a flagship event experience that supports brand growth, attendee engagement, and long-term business impact.
The Events Director will partner closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to define the event vision, build a compelling value proposition, and deliver a polished, high-performing program.
This is a highly visible opportunity for an event leader who can combine strategic planning, operational rigor, and creative thinking to elevate a major industry event.
Location: Remote
Compensation: $148,000 – $240,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Define the multi-year vision and strategic objectives for the flagship event
• Own the complete event business plan, including budget and risk management
• Develop a unique event identity and attendee value proposition
• Collaborate with teams to create engaging content and seamless event production
• Drive attendee strategy and engagement across various communities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in B2B events or experiential marketing with large-scale event ownership
• Proven track record of leading flagship conferences or major industry events
• Experience managing substantial event budgets and vendor negotiations
• Strong ability to influence senior executives and lead cross-functional teams
• Familiarity with event technology and performance analytics tools such as Salesforce and Cvent

Benefits

• Equity for all employees
• Flexible time off and paid volunteer days
• 401(k) contribution and matching
• Training and career development programs
• Comprehensive private benefits plan including medical and mental health services
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health services
• Fertility support and paid parental leave

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.