Strategic Event Manager - Multi-Event ROI & Partnerships

BCforward; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BCforward in New York seeks an Event Manager to lead end-to-end event strategy, planning, and execution across multiple concurrent events. The role emphasizes ROI, client satisfaction, sponsorships, and cross-functional collaboration with Marketing and Sales.

This contract position spans 6 months with planned conversion to full-time, requires in-office presence five days a week, and flexibility for events outside standard hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years in events or hospitality, with at least 5 years in hospitality.
• Experience leading planning and onsite execution teams.
• Proven budget management and ROI metrics reporting.
• Excellent interpersonal and client communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple events of varying sizes with defined timelines and outcomes.
• Define and deliver successful events with strong coordination and stakeholder alignment.
• Track event marketing budgets with focus on ROI and performance reporting.
• Develop relationships with industry organizations to secure sponsorships and speaking engagements.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Sales on event strategy and revenue-driving initiatives.
• Oversee planning team and address escalations with senior management.
• Ensure compliance with standards to enhance operations and client experience.
• Conduct post-event ROI analysis to measure impact and inform improvements.

Skills

Team management

Audio-visual knowledge

Guest services and catering operations

Interpersonal and communication skills

Budget management and ROI reporting

Coordination of multiple concurrent...

Hospitality industry experience (6+...

Job description

BCforward in New York seeks an Event Manager to lead end-to-end event strategy, planning, and execution across multiple concurrent events. The role emphasizes ROI, client satisfaction, sponsorships, and cross-functional collaboration with Marketing and Sales.

This contract position spans 6 months with planned conversion to full-time, requires in-office presence five days a week, and flexibility for events outside standard hours.