Events Manager

Events Manager

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Events Manager based in the United States.

As an Events Manager, you will lead the strategy and execution of a global events portfolio within an innovative robotics and technology environment. You will own everything from major industry conferences and trade shows to executive summits, product launches, media activations, and live technical demonstrations. The role combines experiential storytelling, complex event logistics, brand execution, and hands-on operational leadership. You will work closely with Engineering, Sales, Product Marketing, Communications, Creative, and executive stakeholders to deliver memorable and seamless experiences. Because events often feature sophisticated robotics demonstrations, you will coordinate technical staging, safety requirements, logistics, and live product experiences. You will also use event performance data and ROI insights to refine future programs and align investments with broader growth objectives. This is an opportunity to shape how an emerging technology company connects with customers, partners, media, and industry communities around the world.

Accountabilities:

• Own the end-to-end planning and execution of major industry conferences, trade shows, executive events, customer summits, and other strategic activations.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive events calendar, coordinating timelines, priorities, resources, and budgets across multiple programs.
• Manage event vendors, including booth designers, builders, logistics providers, and other external partners, while negotiating contracts and ensuring high-quality delivery.
• Coordinate event travel, accommodations, staffing, schedules, on-site operations, and other logistical requirements.
• Plan and execute product launches and experiential events designed to generate customer engagement, media attention, and industry visibility.
• Partner with Engineering and Product teams to deliver live robotics and hardware demonstrations, coordinating technical logistics, safety requirements, staging, and demonstration scripts.
• Develop engaging event environments and experiences that clearly communicate complex technology, products, and organizational priorities.
• Collaborate with Communications, PR, Creative, Brand, and Marketing teams to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with broader campaigns.
• Manage guest lists, VIP experiences, press access, executive participation, speaking engagements, and panel appearances.
• Partner with Sales to align event strategies with pipeline objectives, account-based marketing priorities, and customer engagement goals.
• Brief internal teams and executives on event objectives, logistics, messaging, schedules, and responsibilities.
• Track event performance, ROI, budgets, and post-event results, providing actionable recommendations to marketing and sales leadership.
• Identify and evaluate new event opportunities that support business growth and strengthen market presence.

Requirements:

• 6+ years of professional experience in event management, ideally within B2B technology, robotics, advanced manufacturing, or a high-growth startup environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale trade shows, conferences, corporate events, product launches, or experiential activations from concept through execution.
• Strong project management capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple complex events simultaneously while meeting demanding deadlines.
• Proven vendor management, contract negotiation, budgeting, and operational planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the confidence to collaborate effectively with engineers, executives, customers, partners, vendors, and media.
• Experience using event management platforms and marketing technologies such as Cvent, HubSpot, or comparable tools.
• Strong creative instincts and an understanding of brand storytelling, experiential marketing, and audience engagement.
• Ability to work independently and build structure in ambiguous, rapidly evolving environments.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational discipline, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with live technology, robotics, automation, logistics technology, or other complex hardware demonstrations is a plus.
• Familiarity with PR and media engagement at events is advantageous.
• Must have current authorization to work in the United States.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary: Anticipated base salary range of $96,000$124,000 USD, with final compensation determined by factors such as location, experience, knowledge, and skills.
• Fully remote work: Flexible remote environment, with hybrid work available for employees within commuting distance of offices in Salem, Oregon; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; or Fremont, California.
• 401(k) plan: Includes a 6% company match.
• Equity: Company stock options for eligible employees.
• Healthcare coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short- and long-term disability insurance for employees.
• Immediate benefits: Benefits begin on the first day of employment.
• Paid time off: Flexible, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, along with 12 company holidays and a winter shutdown; non-exempt employees receive vacation and paid sick leave.
• Parental leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Professional development: Access to development opportunities and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Additional compensation: Annual discretionary bonuses may be available for eligible roles.
• Relocation assistance: Available for eligible positions.
• On-site perks: Catered lunches four times per week plus snacks and refreshments at select office locations.
• Growth opportunity: Work in a fast-moving technology environment where events directly support customer engagement, product launches, industry visibility, and business growth.