Manager, Event Services Development

Meetprestige; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & vision

401k plan

Disability insurance

Education assistance

EAP & Wellbeing

Caregiver support

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Prestige Global Meeting Source is seeking a Manager, Event Services Development to lead strategic RFP responses and client solution development. You will collaborate with our sales leadership to craft budgets, pricing models, and strategic proposals that strengthen our market position.

This role emphasizes sales strategy over pure event execution, blending creativity with business insight. Ideal candidates bring 4–8+ years in corporate events, proposal development, sales or marketing, with a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 4–8+ years in corporate events, strategic proposal development, event sales, marketing, or related client-facing roles.
• Strategic thinker with ability to identify innovative solutions and long-term client value.
• Creative and marketing-oriented with strong messaging and storytelling.
• Strong proposal and presentation skills for polished, compelling submissions.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic RFP responses as internal lead on large, complex opportunities.
• Partner with sales leadership to shape client programs, pricing models, and service solutions.
• Own the proposal process with visually compelling, message-driven documents.
• Drive innovation by adopting new technologies and workflow improvements for proposals.
• Collaborate across sales, operations and leadership to balance creativity with operational feasibility.
• Stay ahead of industry trends in marketing strategies and client engagement to enhance proposals.

Skills

Strategic thinker

Creative & marketing-oriented

Proposal & presentation

Project leadership

Collaborative communicator

Forward-thinking mindset

Results-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Manager, Event Services Development

JOB DESCRIPTION | Manager, Event Services Development

Who is Prestige?

Prestige Global Meeting Source, founded in 1986, provides site selection and event services to clients. Our experienced sales partners work to find and contract the best possible hotels, resorts, DMCs, and cruises for groups and continue through to full-service event development and management.

Location

Remote | Hybrid if hired in Twin Cities (MN)

What will I do?

The Manager, Event Services Development is a strategic and creative event professional with hands‑on experience in corporate event sales and proposal development. In this role, you will collaborate closely with our sales team and leadership to develop compelling client proposals, develop budgets, and craft strategic solutions that enhance our competitive position in the market. This positionfocuses on sales and strategy for events rather than execution, blending creativity with business strategy to secure new opportunities.

This position plays a key role in shaping our approach to opportunities, bringing fresh ideas, innovative strategies, and thoughtful recommendations to every proposal. The role is ideal for someone who thinks beyond traditional event planning, incorporating a marketing and creative mindset into proposals, identifying new working methods, and exploring emerging technologies and processes to enhance the client experience.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead Strategic Request for Proposal (RFP) Responses: Serve as an internal lead on large and complex RFPs. Drive proposal strategy, manage timelines, coordinate cross-functional teams, and deliver competitive, high-impact submissions.
• Develop Strategic Solutions: Partner with sales leadership to shape thoughtful approaches to client programs, including team structures, pricing models, and service solutions.
• Own the Proposal Process: Create visually compelling, strategically positioned proposals that tell a clear and engaging story. Integrate strong messaging, design-forward thinking, and modern tools to elevate how we present our services.
• Drive Innovation: Bring fresh perspectives to how we approach proposals, processes, and client solutions. Identify opportunities to improve workflows, introduce new technologies, and enhance the overall strategy behind our offerings.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with sales, operations, and leadership to develop ideas that are both creative and operationally sound. Build strong internal relationships and contribute to a collaborative, solutions-driven culture.
• Stay Ahead of Industry Trends: Continuously explore emerging technologies, marketing strategies, and creative concepts that can enhance proposals, client engagement, and event experiences.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• 4-8+ years of experience in corporate events, strategic proposal development, event sales, marketing, or a related role supporting client-facing programs.
• Strategic Thinker: Ability to approach opportunities with a big-picture mindset, identifying innovative solutions and long-term value for clients.
• Creative & Marketing-Oriented: Strong creative instincts and an understanding of how design, messaging, and storytelling can influence client decisions.
• Proposal & Presentation Expertise: Exceptional writing, organization, and visual storytelling skills with the ability to develop polished, compelling proposals.
• Project Leadership: Comfortable managing timelines, coordinating contributors, and driving projects forward in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative Communicator: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders through ideas and strategy.
• Forward-Thinking Mindset: Curious about new technologies, tools, and processes that can enhance proposals, internal workflows, and the client experience.
• Results-Oriented: Motivated to develop solutions that help win new business and strengthen client relationships.

Benefits to working for Prestige:

• National Medical Coverage Options
• Dental and Vision
• 401k
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Educational & Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing
• Caregiver Support Program
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

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