Vice President, Events & Hospitality

New York City, NY (On-site)

$170K/yr – $190K/yrSenior Level12+ years expFull time

Posted 13 days ago

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Job Summary

Own and drive the growth and performance of client-facing consumer events and B2B hospitality programs, leading senior relationships and cross-functional teams to deliver strategic experiential campaigns and robust operations.

  • Own client relationships and strategic leadership across events and hospitality
  • Oversee operations, staff development, and cross-team collaboration
  • Translate client goals into actionable event strategies and programs

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • The Vice President will be responsible for the growth and performance of consumer events and B2B hospitality programs on behalf of brand clients, leading teams to deliver flawless experiences and proactively solve client business needs.
  • 40% - Client Management & Strategic Leadership
  • - Play an integral role in onboarding new client(s) ensuring subject matter expertise, proactive client service and organization are clearly articulated through day-to-day work at the onset of each relationship
  • - Spearhead the development and clarification of client event strategies and objectives, working closely with clients to shape and scale experiential marketing campaigns and corporate hospitality programs
  • - Introduce smart event solutions to deliver on client goals and evaluate current health of client business via analysis of relevant business metrics (ROI/ROO)
  • - Own and advance senior-level relationships with clients serving as a trusted counselor to c-suite and senior leaders
  • - Ensure client events are being managed to high standard and client expectations are consistently exceeded
  • - Maintain awareness of all client requests to proactively address project prioritization and staff allocation, revising strategies when needed
  • - Monitor marketplace, identify new pursuits, and proactively present suggestions to clients regarding competitor tactics and whitespace opportunities
  • 30% - Business Operations & Staff Development

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Arts or Science (minimum)
  • Minimum of 12 years of event management experience at an agency, team, league or brand with a proven performance record
  • Advanced understanding of corporate hospitality programs, event production and operations
  • Ability to convert comprehensive client-facing information into actionable strategies
  • Experience training, teaching and coaching staff of no less than four (4) team members
  • Experience working across organization and interfacing with a variety of stakeholders
  • High level of proficiency with Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Ability to work nights, weekends or travel for events

Benefits

  • health insurance coverage
  • life and disability insurance
  • retirement savings plans
  • company paid holidays
  • unlimited paid time off (PTO)
  • mental health and wellness resources
  • pet insurance
  • childcare resources
  • identity theft insurance
  • fertility assistance programs
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Horizon Sports & Experiences

HS&E is innovating how brands connect to fans. We're changing the game on the live events space. We've reimagined how in-person experiences have become an essential part of a brand's expression because that's where the fans are—and what the fans want. We're creating new levels of engagement for our clients through fresh ideas for unique properties. We're applying cutting-edge data to inform every step, from idea to execution. And we're doing everything with an all-star team of experts and enthusiasts that deliver to the last buzzer. HS&E can help brands with: • IP creation & monetization • Brand strategy & consulting • Media rights • Sponsorships & sales • Experiential strategy • Physical & digital activations Let's work together. Get in touch: horizonse.com

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