HQ Events & Experiences Lead

Stand Together; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Flexible time off

Health and dental plans

Wellness programs

Job summary

Stand Together is seeking an Event Associate, HQ Events & Experiences, to plan and execute high-quality meetings, events, and experiences at the Ballston Exchange HQ. You will partner with internal teams to translate objectives into thoughtful experiences and coordinate people, spaces, technology, and hospitality to bring each event to life.

You will lead on-site execution, manage timelines, anticipate needs, and identify risks while delivering a seamless attendee experience and contributing to

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in corporate event planning, hospitality, meetings and events, or a related field, coordinating events from concept to execution.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple events, stakeholders, timelines, and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning and coordination of corporate meetings, events, and experiences at Stand Together HQ.
• Serve as a consultative partner to internal business partners to understand event objectives and audience needs.
• Develop event plans translating business objectives into spaces, agendas, hospitality, technology, and logistics.
• Manage multiple events with detailed timelines, specifications, schedules, and communications.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Events, IT, AV, Facilities, Security, Hospitality) for seamless execution.
• On-site event lead, anticipate needs, troubleshoot, and deliver exceptional host/attendee experiences.
• Identify risks and opportunities to improve events before they affect attendees.
• Navigate last-minute changes with sound judgment and clear communication.

Skills

Event planning

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication

Technology coordination

Risk management

On-site leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Event-management platforms

Scheduling tools

Job description

Stand Together is seeking an Event Associate, HQ Events & Experiences, to plan and execute high-quality meetings, events, and experiences at the Ballston Exchange HQ. You will partner with internal teams to translate objectives into thoughtful experiences and coordinate people, spaces, technology, and hospitality to bring each event to life.

You will lead on-site execution, manage timelines, anticipate needs, and identify risks while delivering a seamless attendee experience and contributing to