Senior Event Manager
About Garnish
Garnish is a full-service event management agency that supports leading companies in designing and delivering thoughtful, high-impact experiences. From sales kickoffs and conferences to leadership meetings and incentive programs, we act as an extension of our clients’ teams, bringing strategic insight, meticulous execution, and a deep commitment to partnership at every stage.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Event Manager to lead complex, high-touch programs from early strategy through onsite execution and post-event wrap-up. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building trusted client relationships, guiding cross-functional teams, and delivering elevated experiences that support our clients’ business goals and objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the primary client lead and strategic partner, building trusted relationships and ensuring all programs align with client objectives, culture, and success metrics.
Own the end-to-end planning and execution of large-scale, multi-day corporate events, from initial strategy and concept development through onsite delivery and post-event wrap-up.
Lead, mentor, and support project teams, providing clear direction, oversight, and coaching to ensure excellence across all workstreams.
Develop comprehensive program strategies, detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets, ensuring alignment with scope, goals, and financial targets.
Lead venue sourcing and contracting, including evaluating options, making strategic recommendations, and negotiating and managing all venue and vendor agreements.
Plan & execute all program components, including agenda and content flow, production, audiovisual, food and beverage, décor, transportation, registration, housing, and event technology.
Partner closely with creative, production, and AV teams to deliver cohesive storytelling, technical execution, and elevated attendee experiences.
Lead the full attendee experience, including event website development, registration strategy and execution, housing management, and onsite check-in, ensuring a seamless and well-supported journey from invitation through departure.
Manage executive and speaker logistics, including communications, schedules, content deliverables, run-of-show development, and onsite support.
Oversee sponsor and partner activations, ensuring contractual fulfillment, brand alignment, and a seamless attendee experience.
Lead onsite execution, serving as the primary point of escalation and ensuring smooth operations, issue resolution, and overall program success.
Drive post-event reconciliation, reporting, and debriefs, including financial closeout, performance evaluation, and recommendations for future programs.
Stay current on industry trends, venues, technologies, and best practices, bringing forward new ideas and innovations to continually evolve Garnish’s offerings.
What We’re Looking For
8+ years of corporate event experience (agency preferred)
Proven client leadership and relationship management.
Collaborative team player with a flexible mindset and a willingness to support across roles and responsibilities as needed.
Comprehensive understanding of audiovisual and event production, with the ability to partner effectively with technical and creative teams.
Extensive knowledge of the hotel and hospitality industry with proven negotiation expertise.
Proficiency in event, registration, and attendee engagement platforms, with experience using tools such as Swoogo and Cvent.
Proven experience managing complex event budgets, including forecasting, tracking, reconciliation, and financial reporting.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, paired with strong organizational and time-management abilities.
Flexibility to travel and work extended or non-traditional hours in support of live events.
Must reside in the Northeast, USA, and be willing to travel to Rhode Island and Massachusetts on a monthly basis for team meetings.
What We Offer
Salary starting at $100,000
Comprehensive health benefits
401(k) with company match
Annual performance bonus
Rotating Friday flex day
Paid travel bonus
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