Events Manager

Agility's commercially deployed humanoids operate alongside teams in warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and distribution centers—tackling physically demanding and repetitive tasks while enabling workers to focus on higher-value work. With industry-leading safety standards and years of proven deployment data, we're pioneering a new era of automation that enhances human potential.

About the Role

As our Events Manager, you will lead how Agility shows up in the physical world. You will Down the strategy, design, and end-to-end execution of our global event footprint—from anchor industry expos to executive customer summits, press activations, and live technical demonstrations.

In robotics, events are far more than booth setups; they are high-stakes operational environments where prospects, partners, and media see Digit operating in real time. You will bridge creative storytelling, complex hardware logistics, and live technical staging, working directly with Engineering, Sales, Product Marketing, and Communications to deliver flawless experiential activations.

About the Work

Conference & Trade Show Management

• Own end-to-end planning and execution for Agility's presence at major industry events including robotics, manufacturing, logistics, and technology conferences (e.g., ProMat, MODEX, Hannover Messe, CES)
• Manage vendor relationships, booth design and construction, shipping logistics, and on-site operations
• Coordinate travel, accommodations, and scheduling for staff attending events
• Track ROI and post-event reporting, providing actionable insights to marketing and sales leadership
• Build and maintain a master events calendar and manage multi-event budgets

Product Launches & Demos

• Plan and execute product launch events that generate media coverage, customer excitement, and industry buzz
• Collaborate closely with engineering and product teams to coordinate live robot demonstrations—managing technical logistics, safety requirements, and demo scripts
• Develop demo environments and experiential activations that compellingly communicate Agility's technology and mission
• Partner with PR and communications and brand teams to align event messaging with broader launch campaigns
• Manage invite lists, VIP experiences, press access, and stakeholder coordination for launch events
• Support logistics of executive and thought leadership appearances at speaking engagements and panels

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with sales to align event strategy with pipeline goals and account-based marketing priorities
• Partner with creative and brand teams to ensure consistent, on-brand presentation across all events
• Brief internal teams and executives on event logistics, talking points, and objectives
• Identify and evaluate new event opportunities that align with company growth targets

About You

• 6+ years of events management experience, ideally in a B2B tech, robotics, advanced manufacturing, or startup environment
• Proven track record managing large-scale trade shows and corporate events from concept to execution
• Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple events simultaneously under tight deadlines
• Excellent vendor negotiation and budget management skills
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills — you're comfortable working with engineers, executives, and partners alike
• Experience with event management platforms and marketing tools (e.g., Cvent, HubSpot)
• A creative eye for brand storytelling and experiential marketing
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment where you'll often be building the playbook as you go

Bonus Points

• Experience in robotics, automation, logistics tech, or deep tech industries
• Familiarity with managing live product or hardware demonstrations at events
• Experience supporting PR and media relations at events

Location

• This is a fully remote role with the option to work hybrid if a commutable distance from our Salem, OR, Pittsburgh, PA, or Fremont, CA offices.

The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This range may change based on geographical location and may be modified in the future.

Anticipated Base Salary Range

$96,000—$124,000 USD

In addition to base pay, our competitive total rewards package consists of the following for full-time employees:

• 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
• Equity: Company stock options.
• Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
• Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
• Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Time Off:
  • Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
  • Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
• On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
• Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
• Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
• Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.
• Annual Discretionary Bonus: Provided for eligible roles.
  

All of our roles are U.S.-based. Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States.

Agility Robotics is committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Each individual has the right to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal employment opportunities and prohibits unlawful discriminatory practices, including harassment. Therefore, it is the policy of Agility Robotics to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Agility Robotics prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

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