Events Manager

Dwolla is one of the fastest growing technology companies in Des Moines and has been recognized nationally by Fast Company as ‘one of the world’s most innovative companies.’ Joining the team at Dwolla means you will be entering a unique, open, and fast-paced working environment, located right in downtown Des Moines. You will join our team in building the ideal platform to move money, giving businesses the tools they need to access the ACH network and improve their payments process.

We are seeking an Events Manager with a passion for creating strategic event marketing programs and building high touch event programs that generate quality pipeline, move prospects through the sales cycle, and build customer advocacy. Our Events Manager will be responsible for creating the strategic development of user groups, webinars, summits, internal company events, and Dwolla’s signature annual event, Monetery.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
  • Develop cohesive and well-executed events that connect business priorities, objectives and key messages to content and event experience delivery
  • Develop the packaging, pricing, and promotion of high value sponsorships, effectively manage event revenue projections, ensure execution of sponsorship benefits, and track/measure sponsor success
  • Aligning quarterly plans with campaign goals, sales objectives and measuring those plans to maximize revenue potential within established budget requirements
  • Proactively manage all event needs, including event identification and selection; and including all aspects from branding and content creation to venue selection and event execution
  • Define event goals and gather and track ROI, engagement analytics and feedback to consistently assesses and implement opportunities for improvement
  • Develop pre-event, at-event and post-event marketing plans in conjunction with product marketing, content, demand generation and sales teams.
  • Act as the liaison between vendors through contract negotiation, food and beverage selection, audiovisual, production, function space allocation, entertainment, security, event load in and load out, and signage
  • Manage all onsite execution across staffing, registration, attendee experience, sponsor acquisition and experience, speaker and session scheduling, and more
  • Lead creation of event communications and promotion for event programs that drive attendance and engagement.
  • Develop and deliver event enablement to include pre-event briefings, at-event briefings, and also drive post event follow-up briefings and event retrospectives.
 
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
 
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • 3+ years experience as the primary owner of a large-scale trade show or event
  • 5+ years’ experience corporate events planning
  • Experience with the tech industry a major plus
  • Independent worker capable of managing multiple deadlines with little supervision
  • Ability to work smart under pressure and efficiently on multiple project requests simultaneously, and to deal with potential for tight deadlines and unexpected complexities
  • Strong communicator and collaborator; able to work with a variety of teams and personalities, possessing excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven skills interacting with executive/senior management teams
  • Strong project management and decision-making skills

DWOLLA PERKS:

  • Competitive salaries
  • Stock Options
  • 401K Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid parking or public transportation stipend
  • 12 weeks paid Parental Leave
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Lunch & Learns
  • Casual dress- Dwolla swag is a good thing!   

At Dwolla, we hold the core belief that the best teams are built by the inclusion of diverse ideas, experiences, and people. Join our team and bring your unique perspective to help build the ideal platform to move money.

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