Event and Conference Manager

Funnel Leasing Inc., is hiring for a Event and Conference Manager that can 'work from anywhere' in the U.S. The Event and Conference Manager owns Funnel’s events and conferences calendar end to end: ideation, logistics, vendor negotiation, branding, and on-site execution. This role also owns the commercial engine behind every event: partnering with SDRs and sales on targeted outreach before events, working with demand gen to make sure every lead gets the right follow-up after, and supporting ABM campaigns that turn event presence into pipeline.Industry events in-market events and Funnel’s user conference, The Forum, drive significant portion of annual pipeline. This is a revenue-critical role, not just a logistics one. The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $95,000 per year. Major projects this person will own and be accountable for: 4 annual industry conferences with tradeshow/booth and VIP party presence 1 annual user conference (The Forum) 1 annual employee conference (Funnel Fest) Support for up to a dozen local apartment associations, working with account reps 6 in-office events (board meetings, leadership offsites, VIP meetings) Regional Lunch & Learn events Regional VIP events LinkedIn Live events and webinars Why Funnel?We are a 'work from anywhere' in the U.S. SaaS company that centers our services on the renter experience. We develop amazing software that has revolutionized the #proptech industry. And did we mention we have an amazing team that is on #FunnelFire!? Oh, did we forget to tell you we have unlimited PTO, benefits that begin on your first day of employment, P.I.N.K. core values that ROCK, and our team puts the FUN in Funnel!Who is Funnel Leasing?Have you ever rented an apartment and wished the process could be better? At Funnel we do too. We know we need to make the process of renting an apartment as easy as purchasing socks on Amazon. We’ve created cloud-based marketing and leasing software that delivers the ultimate rental experience for everyone involved in the process. We’re in the process of transforming the real estate industry through cutting-edge technology built, sold, and supported by the most passionate people you’ll meet.The Event and Conference Manager essential roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:Roles and responsibilitiesEvent Strategy & Execution Conceptualize differentiated booth designs and VIP experiences with external vendors Build and maintain the events calendar with the marketing team Work with graphic design to finalize promotional assets, swag and VIP gifts Own all event logistics: venue, A/V, catering, shipping, and vendor negotiation for the best rates and terms Set up and maintain event management platforms and related tools (registration, check-in, lead capture) and keep them current across every event Manage registration sites and event landing pages Work with HR to plan and run Funnel Fest, the annual employee conference Travel to and serve as on-site point of contact for all industry conferences, The Forum, and Funnel Fest; staff local or regional events as needed Travel: 20% Pipeline & Sales Partnership Own outreach planning with SDRs and sales for every event: target account lists, invite cadence, and follow-up ownership before attendees ever arrive Partner with demand gen on post-event follow-up so every lead gets the right next step, fast Support ABM campaigns tied to (and independent of) events: account selection, personalized outreach, and executive experiences for top targets Work with sales to confirm the right people are being invited and shown up for, not just headcount Share attendee lists, overview decks, and other pertinent event information with internal stakeholders Track and report event and campaign ROI: pipeline sourced and influenced, cost per lead, follow-up conversion, to continuously improve strategy Stay current on industry trends, market dynamics, and buyer behavior to keep event strategy sharp Develop relationships with other partners in our space to encourage collaborative events Team & Office Recruit, train, and manage on-site event staff and any contracted support Lead the Funnel event team on-site to build attendee relationships that support sales objectives (For local Tampa candidates) Keep the Odessa, FL office presentable and stocked; staff it up to 2 days/week to coordinate deliveries and prep for on-site meetings Budget & Vendor Management Develop and manage event budgets and marketing plans against approved objectives Evaluate new event opportunities before committing budget or staff time Administer all phases of the event function: planning, marketing, servicing, and admin, within approved budget Culture Creative. You think of outside-the-box ideas that have a lasting impact on prospects and event attendees. Style. You’re often told you have great taste and stay on top of trends and culture. Hyper-organized. You manage (and can cite) highly interdependent, complex projects and