Events Lead: VIP Tech Experiences & AI-Driven Operations

Maven Ventures; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

SpaceXSI is seeking an Events Lead in New York to own external-facing events from concept through production and onsite execution. You will collaborate with Growth, Sales, Field Growth, Community and Developer Relations to expand reach, build relationships with builders, and drive enterprise awareness and product attachment.

The role requires 5+ years in event planning in tech, strong vendor and budget management, and a passion for precision in high-visibility experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in event planning in a fast-paced tech environment.
• Experience sourcing venues, event design, vendor procurement, décor, F&B, logistics and entertainment.
• Strong ability to operate in ambiguity and build event programs in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute VIP events, special events, 3rd party events and customer experiences from start to finish.
• Develop event agendas, registration, invite lists, and communicate with high-level executive customers.
• Provide onsite event management, including evening receptions and weekend events.
• Ideate and implement branding elements, activations, themes and custom elements to enhance attendee experiences.
• Lead administrative tasks for the department including supply ordering, budget tracking, payment processing, shipping coordination and inventory oversight.
• Use AI to automate departmental processes and workflows in event planning.
• Work with Merchandising on gifting and branded décor items.
• Coordinate with security teams to facilitate guest security clearances.

Skills

Event planning

Vendor management

Budget tracking

Communication skills

Ambiguity tolerance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Social Tables

Eventbrite

Splash

SmartSheet

Job description

SpaceXSI is seeking an Events Lead in New York to own external-facing events from concept through production and onsite execution. You will collaborate with Growth, Sales, Field Growth, Community and Developer Relations to expand reach, build relationships with builders, and drive enterprise awareness and product attachment.

The role requires 5+ years in event planning in tech, strong vendor and budget management, and a passion for precision in high-visibility experiences.