Events Director

Responsibilities The Events Director will lead the strategy, planning, and execution of high-impact events company-wide, elevating the Related Ross brand and driving engagement across our portfolio of mixed-use destinations. Reporting to the Vice President of Communications,this role oversees conferences, investor and media roadshows, sponsorship activations, community curated programming, residential experiences, and office tenant events. The ideal candidate is a strategic, hands-on leader with exceptional attention to detail, a passion for hospitality, and aproven record of producing immersive and brand-defining experiences. Key Responsibilities Develop and lead a comprehensive events strategy aligned with corporate communications, marketing, and business objectives. Oversee planning and execution of all company-wide events, including property milestone events, brand partner events, investor experiences, and community activations. Partner closely with sponsorship, customer experience, and marketing teams across verticals to ensure brand consistency and synergy across initiatives. Serve as the primary lead and manage experiential and production agencies, owning strategic vision, design programming, and performance oversight across all major events and activations Collaborate closely with the Director of Sponsorships to plan, coordinate, and execute partner signage and branding across all event touchpoints, ensuring accuracy and maintenance of placements, brand compliance, and sponsor visibility and provide timely post-event deliverables, including professional branded photography, recap assets, and reporting to demonstrate partner value and fulfillment. Manage vendor relationships, budgets, schedules, contracts, COI's, SOP's, and run-of-shows to ensure flawless event execution and fiscal responsibility. Curate programming and hospitality experiences that showcase Related Ross as an industry leader and enhance relationships with partners, residents, tenants and visitors. Provide on-site leadership during events to ensure seamless delivery and exceptional guest experiences. Evaluate event performance through post-event reporting, insights, and continuous improvement initiatives. Stay current and forward thinking on trends in event design, hospitality, and experiential marketing to inspire innovation and differentiation. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or related field. 8-10 years of experience planning and producing large-scale, high-profile events and activations. Background in luxury, real estate, or hospitality environments highly preferred. Self-starter with strong bias to action Strong creative vision matched with operational excellence and meticulous attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to work at both a strategic high level, while still able to execute on the details. Strategic thinker with a solutions-oriented, entrepreneurial mindset Excellent communication, negotiation, collaboration and presentation skills. Experience working cross-functionally and engaging executive leadership. Highly collaborative, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced, high-performance environment with tight deadlines Proficient in Microsoft Office, Canva, Asana, and CRM systems Flexibility to travel and work evenings/weekends as needed for events. Benefits Personalized Health Care : Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options; Employee Assistance Program Financial Benefits: Competitive salary and incentive packages; matching 401(k); FSAs and HSA; employer-paid life and AD&D insurance; paid leave & disability programs Social Wellness: 19+ days of PTO; mental health counseling & resources; fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance; volunteer days and donation matching Career Development : Learning & training programs; tuition & certification reimbursement; internal advancement opportunities Why Join Related Ross Headquartered in West Palm Beach and led by developer Stephen Ross, Related Ross is a fully integrated real estate company committed to supporting South Florida's continued growth through thoughtful investment and collaboration. With more than $10 billion in planned projects across Palm Beach County and over 25 years of experience in the region, the firm works closely with public and private partners to deliver developments that strengthen communities and contribute to a sustainable future for South Florida. Through innovative partnerships, Related Ross helps advance projects that expand attainable housing, support world-class healthcare and research, enhance educational opportunity, and foster spaces where business and cultural activity can thrive. The firm also helps to bring programming and experiences to life that celebrate the region's creative energy and enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike. Its portfolio spans mixed-use city centers, lifestyle office buildings, luxury residential and attrainable housing, hospitality destinations, and public realm enhancements designed to anchor long-term community vitality. Notable West Palm Beach developments include the 72-acre mixed-use destination CityPlace; the ultra-luxury condominiums South Flagler House and Shorecrest; a 3M SF Class AA+ office collection of operating and under construction assets, including 10 CityPlace and 15 CityPlace, Phillips Point, One Flagler, 360 Rosemary, CityPlace Tower, Esperante, 477 Rosemary and One Clearlake. The Laurel luxury rentals, Hilton West Palm Beach and a full slate of retail and restaurant offerings round out the portfolio in West Palm Beach. Additional developments are underway throughout Palm Beach County, including a 35-acre mixed-use development in the Village of Wellington that will introduce new retail, offices, and an activated public realm. Related Ross's dedication to sustainable and equitable land use has earned broad recognition, including the Urban Land Institute's 2024 Project of the Year award for the CityPlace masterplan. CityPlace, a LEED Gold Certified neighborhood, exemplifies the firm's commitment to environmental stewardship and community-centered design. Through its philanthropic arm, the Related Ross Foundation, the company promotes equitable growth and community advancement with initiatives expanding access to education, employment, affordable housing, and cultural vitality. Overview Related Ross is transforming urban life in West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County, creating opportunity for all who live and work here. For over two decades, the company has worked to develop dynamic neighborhoods that are innovative, vibrant and inclusive. With completed, in development and planned properties in West Palm Beach and new development activity emerging in Palm Beach County, Related Ross is making long-term investments to transform and support local communities and build growth in the region. Related Ross is a West Palm Beach-based organization that recently emerged as an independent entity from within Related Companies. Formed in 1972, Related Companies is the most prominent privately-owned real estate firm in the United States with major developments within a premier portfolio valued over $70 billion across Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, LA, Washington DC and London. Related Ross believes in investing in its talent and cultivates a positive, team-oriented environment where every voice is valued. Employees are encouraged to boldly take on new challenges, transcend the status quo, and demonstrate a strong entrepreneurial spirit. In its relentless commitment to excellence, Related Ross works to foster an innovative approach in its team members so that they can positively impact the communities in which they conduct business. Learn more about Related Ross at We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are deliberate about the team and culture we are building. 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