Event Director

Event Director

At our company, we grow people, brands, and businesses! We're looking for a dynamic, strategic Event Director to lead the vision and execution of high-impact events and incentive programs for one of the world's most iconic brands, Anheuser-Busch. This is a highly visible leadership role where you will shape unforgettable experiences, drive innovation, and deliver excellence at scale.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love bringing big ideas to life, and have a passion for leading teams and delivering best-in-class experiences, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Report to Operations Director Anheuser-Busch
• Own end-to-end delivery of large-scale events and incentive trips (concept through post-event analysis)
• Manage budgets, forecasting, cost tracking, contracts, and ROI
• Source, negotiate, and manage venues, hotels, and vendors; ensure performance and favorable terms
• Evaluate proposals, contracts, addendums, and vendor responses
• Act as point of contact for destination and vendor meeting requests
• Lead timelines, priorities, and execution across multiple programs; adapt to changing needs
• Partner cross-functionally with Client Services, Creative, Hospitality, and Production on planning, negotiations, and programming
• Drive continuous improvement through process optimization and workflow enhancements
• Maintain clear, proactive communication with clients and internal teams on timelines, roles, and deliverables
• Build and maintain strong vendor and client relationships
• Contribute to new business efforts (RFPs, RFIs, presentations, special projects)
• Manage, coach, and develop team members

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Marketing, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years in event production, sourcing, project management, and budget ownership
• Knowledge and experience in the MICE Industry
• Proven success delivering large-scale experiential programs (CPG/beverage preferred)
• Expertise in sourcing, hotel buying, vendor management, and global destinations
• Knowledge of hotels and destinations in US and Globally
• Outstanding communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities
• Experience in Contract negotiations, specific to hospitality industry nuances and legal aspects, securing best rates, and favorable contract terms
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering excellence
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Primarily Office Based (remote) – up to 10% travel
• Ability to sit for extended periods and perform computer-based work daily
• Capability to stand and walk during events as needed
• Occasional lifting of materials up to 10 pounds