Corporate Event Planner

Solugenix is assisting a client, a prestigious and large investment management company, in their search for a Corporate Event Planner. This is a 12-month contract opportunity based out of Los Angeles, CA (Onsite). Qualifications Creative and decisive problem solver. Demonstrate sound judgement in resolving matters of moderate complexity. Ability to manage effective professional relationships with key external and internal customers, business units, vendors and colleagues. Proficient in CVENT, project management tools, and Microsoft Office and other virtual event platforms. Intermediate technology background - event websites. Handle sensitive information and maintain data confidentially. Responsibilities Drives the planning process, making recommendations to meet business objectives and measures meeting outcomes. Executes meetings and events from concept to execution including schedule, format, venue management, audio/visual technology, attendee management, food and beverage, transportation, accommodations, staffing, and budget management. Selects, recommends, and negotiates all vendor and venue contracts, while considering costs, risks, and service outcomes. Manages and executes multi-channel projects that include audio visual, live experiential events, video production, social and digital customer journeys, and the vendors that support these areas. Prioritizes and manages multiple meetings, timelines, stakeholders, partners, and vendors to meet business needs. Manage attendee communication including pre-event communication, invitations, registration, and respond to event inquiries. Serve as a valuable secondary resource to METS Planners when not taking the lead on the assigned program. Establishes lessons learned to improve future meetings. Demonstrate sound judgement in resolving matters of moderate complexity. Develop and maintain effective professional relationships with key external and internal customers, business units, vendors, and colleagues. Industry Best Practice Research Monitor industry trends, competitive landscape, social media, and device landscape to inform and inspire the development of new event experiences. Stays informed of venues, market rates, and meeting planning execution best practices. Identifies inefficiencies/issues, recommends solutions, and implements improvements. #J-18808-Ljbffr