Senior Director of Events
Location: Remote (with travel as required)
About the Company
This organization is a leading media and events business focused on enterprise technology, with a strong reputation for convening executives and thought leaders around transformative industry trends such as artificial intelligence, data, and emerging technologies. Its mission is to provide decision-makers with insights and connections that help them navigate the rapidly evolving tech landscape. The team is distributed, collaborative, and growth-oriented, with a culture that values innovation, impact, and entrepreneurial drive.
The Role
We are seeking a dynamic Senior Director of Events to lead, manage, and grow a world-class enterprise events portfolio. This role will focus exclusively on corporate events that engage enterprise decision-makers, including AI engineers, data professionals, and IT leaders. The Senior Director of Events will oversee the planning and execution of multiple flagship conferences and executive tours, collaborating closely with content, marketing, and sales teams to deliver exceptional experiences. This role reports to the COO/CRO, with a dotted line to the CEO.
Responsibilities
The Senior Director of Events will:
Develop and execute a comprehensive events strategy aligned with the company’s mission and enterprise audience.
Lead in-person and hybrid events, including venue selection, vendor management, and on-site production.
Partner with content, marketing, and sales teams to create compelling agendas, build sponsorship opportunities, and ensure promotional alignment.
Mentor and manage event team members, fostering excellence and innovation.
Manage budgets, timelines, and post-event ROI analysis to continuously improve the portfolio.
Launch new initiatives and refine processes to optimize efficiency, attendee satisfaction, and revenue growth.
Qualifications
7+ years of senior-level event management experience with a track record of scaling event portfolios and launching new initiatives.
Deep expertise in enterprise and corporate-focused events, ideally with exposure to technology, AI, or data-driven industries.
Strong financial and operational acumen, including managing budgets and performance metrics.
Exceptional leadership and communication skills with experience managing cross-functional and remote teams.
Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments.
Experience with in-person, hybrid, and virtual event formats, and knowledge of evolving best practices for engaging enterprise audiences.
Why Join
This is an opportunity to play a pivotal leadership role at a company that sits at the intersection of enterprise technology and thought leadership. You’ll shape the future of its events portfolio, collaborate with a passionate and innovative team, and create experiences that connect decision-makers with transformative insights.