Event Manager

Build the SoCal of Tomorrow with Octane. Octane convenes and enables the Southern California tech and medtech business ecosystem by connecting people, resources and capital.Octane will help create 55,000+ high-paying technology jobs in Southern California by 2030! Focus Areas Include:

• Connect – Created in 2002, the convening organization for innovation and content creation in Southern California.Includes 7 annual signature events (Ophthalmology Tech Forum, Aesthetics Tech Forum, Cardiovascular Tech Forum, Neuro Tech Forum, Tech Innovation Forum part of OC Innovation Week, Octane Medical Innovation Forum, and High Tech Awards) and monthly programs.In addition, Octane has over 50 annual partners that support its mission.
• Incubate & Accelerate – LaunchPad SBDC is an accelerator for Late Seed & Series A tech and medtech companies.Since 2010, 2,153 companies have been assisted by Octane, creating 36,940 high-paying jobs and $11.1B in capital infusion.
• Capital & Growth – Solutions to solve capital shortfall & accelerate growth of revenue and commercialization.Includes capital access (institutional, strategic, VC, private investor, Visionary Ventures, Elevation Ventures & Boost Fund), operational expertise, shared services and CEO/Marketing Leader Peer Groups.
• AI Innovation & Analytics – A global hub for AI Innovation and decision intelligence offering predictive analytics for investors.
• Community – The catalyst for high-paying job creation, community activation and engagement. Core initiatives include Women Leaders of Octane, Non-Profit Accelerator, STEAM Ahead, Next Wave Leaders, & Healthsocal.ai.

Position Overview Octane is seeking a talented Signature Event Manager to join our team.This position will be responsible for managing the master event strategies and project plans for select Octane signature events. Essential functions include:

• Conceptualize, manage and execute master strategy and project plans for select signature events
• Manage event & program financials, including revenue and expenses
• Develop and manage event content, including topics, speakers and ancillary events, leveraging the company boards and advisory committees as key resources
• Scale events; i.e. revenue/sales, number of attendees, and ROI to constituents and the ecosystem
• Create and foster key relationships with industry, partners, physicians, investors, entrepreneurs and universities
• Work collaboratively with the team members to achieve organizational and event goals
• Identify and facilitate discussions to ensure the highest quality event experience in a digital or physical format
• Manage event vendor relationships and contracts
• Manage partner and department events as needed and assigned
• Other event-related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skill, and Experience: Minimum Experience required:

• Minimum 7+ years of experience with corporate event planning
• Proven ability to monitor and meet financial goals
• Experience leading and managing committees at the C-level
• Experience handling multiple assignments simultaneously
• Experience working in team environments
• Prior sales and marketing experience preferred
• Knowledge and experience of virtual/hybrid events and platforms
• Background in entrepreneurship, innovation, investment, tech and/or medtech preferred

Skills Required:

• Superior leadership skills, demonstrating personal and professional leadership in every role you assume
• Ability to create new comprehensive event strategies to increase engagement, drive revenue and achieve organizational goals
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written interactions, including public speaking to a large audience
• Apply critical thinking skills to solve problems and contribute to goals
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and maintain high productivity levels at all times
• Strong contributor in collaborative, team environments
• Have and demonstrate acute attention to detail
• Self-starter, ability to recognize gaps and opportunities, shows initiative
• Deliver a high quality of work output
• Strong capabilities with Salesforce, Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, & Word

This position is based in an office environment (hybrid) and may require occasional weekend or evening work for events. The Signature Event Manager will work closely with the Head of Events, Senior Signature Event and other cross-functional teams. Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000 per year depending on experience, plus benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401K, and unlimited PTO. At Octane, we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds.As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to: Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Non-profit Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Octane OC by 2x Newport Beach, CA $68,640 - $77,000 5 days ago Newport Beach, CA $69,000 - $72,000 1 week ago Newport Beach, CA $68,640 - $77,000 9 hours ago Hiring Event - Seeking Maintenance, Office, and Property Management Professionals! (Los Angeles, CA Metro Area) Santa Ana, CA $81,855 - $110,745 3 weeks ago Newport Beach, CA $75,000 - $80,000 3 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Octane OC