Regional Live Events Director (Remote/Florida)

XL Event Lab; United States; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

XL Event Lab is seeking a Head of Regional Development to lead live events across Florida. This hands-on role blends venue partnerships, event operations and regional leadership, with remote work initially and a transition to hybrid as the region grows.

You’ll identify, secure and contract venues, oversee delivery of touring events, recruit a local team and build strong relationships with venue owners and managers. Travel across Florida is required, with occasional travel beyond the state.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate and secure suitable venues across Florida.
• Lead venue procurement from initial research through to signed agreement.
• Build long‑term relationships with venue owners and managers.
• Negotiate commercial terms and venue contracts.
• Support the planning and delivery of touring live events throughout your region.
• Ensure venues, schedules and operational plans are in place for successful event delivery.
• Work closely with colleagues across operations, marketing and production.
• Recruit, develop and manage a local team as the region grows.
• Establish efficient local processes and ways of working.
• Monitor regional performance and identify opportunities for continued growth.
• Represent XL Event Lab professionally within your territory.
• Travel regularly throughout Florida.
• Attend venues and live events as required.
• Occasionally travel outside your territory to support wider business activities.

Job description

XL Event Lab is seeking a Head of Regional Development to lead live events across Florida. This hands-on role blends venue partnerships, event operations and regional leadership, with remote work initially and a transition to hybrid as the region grows.

You’ll identify, secure and contract venues, oversee delivery of touring events, recruit a local team and build strong relationships with venue owners and managers. Travel across Florida is required, with occasional travel beyond the state.