Manager, Regional Events

Job Description

About the Role

Title: Manager, Regional Events

Location: Washington DC US

Job Description:

Position Summary:

The American Hotel & Lodging Association is seeking a Manager, Regional Events. This position will report to the Senior Director, Event Partnerships and will assist in planning and execution of all AHLA Regional events and AHLA external meetings and events.

Responsibilities:

Management of AHLA Regional Event Series

Execute meeting logistics to include function specifications, food and beverage and audio-visual arrangements, and experience elements

Setup and execute all webinars and backend of virtual programs; works closely with department coordinator to manage AHLA calendar

Work with the State and Local Government Affairs team on invitations to elected officialsand other internal & external stakeholders on speaker invitations

Manage registration/relationship management for AHLA partnership events; provide support as needed for events/attendees that require a higher level of personal engagement

Serve as the marketing liaison by drafting copy and coordinating event marketing materials; provide support to the department coordinator for relevant pages on the AHLA website

Assist with event social media efforts in collaboration with the Marketing & Communications department.

Create RFPs, site research, and contracting for events and meetings as assigned

Housing/overflow arrangements, rooming lists, monitoring hotel pick up reports, as needed

Assist with association committees as assigned

Other special projects and duties as assigned

Requirements

Skills and Attributes:

Experienced computer and software knowledge, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); and Salesforce preferred

Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to write and edit clear, engaging, and relevant content; willingness to be coached

Self-motivated individual who is also a team player with a high level of professionalism and emotional intelligence

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional organizational and time management skills

Customer-service focused with a positive attitude; maintains grace under pressure

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree

Three – five years relevant experience; or a combination of education and experience.

Other:

Position located in Washington, DC

Rotating hybrid work schedule: In-office Tues-Thurs and Mon-Thurs every other week

Ability to travel up to 50%

Ability to lift 35 pounds

Salary: $70,000-$75,000

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Work From Home

Free Food & Snacks