Corporate Event Planner

The Channel Company

. Serve as lead planner for multiple multi-day, in-person corporate events .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in planning and executing corporate events, managing budgets, and coordinating logistics while ensuring effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders. Proficient in risk management and problem-solving to deliver successful multi-day events.

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Event PlanningBudget ManagementProject ManagementContract NegotiationCollaboration

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Hard Skills

Event OperationsExpense TrackingInvoice ProcessingSupplier CoordinationVenue ManagementOn-Site ExecutionLogistics ManagementRisk ManagementAttention to DetailMulti-Event Coordination

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCollaborative LeadershipSound JudgmentProactive Problem-SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Event Management PlatformsProject Management ToolsTravel PlatformsVirtual Meeting PlatformsEvent Registration Systems

Industry Keywords

Corporate EventsConferencesMeetingsSponsorshipsHosted Buyer Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as lead planner for multiple multi-day, in-person corporate events
Manage plans, timelines, and deliverables from kickoff through post-event closeout
Align internal teams, clients, sponsors, and partners on objectives, priorities, responsibilities, and deadlines
Develop and manage budgets, track expenses, reconcile costs, and process invoices
Serve as primary contact for venues, hotels, exhibitor services, production partners, and suppliers
Coordinate sponsor and exhibitor requirements
Ensure attendee, sponsor, and exhibitor needs are reflected in event decisions
Manage audiovisual, production, internet, power, security, and destination management requirements
Coordinate meeting room layouts, food and beverage service, and attendee-facing details
Negotiate and manage hotel room blocks, reservations, and related logistics
Track venue and sponsor logistics, identify risks, and resolve issues proactively
Direct on-site operations, vendor activity, and event staff
Source, evaluate, and recommend venues for future programs
Partner with Legal to review contracts and negotiate business terms

Requirements

What you’ll need

3-5 years of proven experience planning and executing corporate events, conferences, meetings, exhibits, and sponsorships
Experience with hosted buyer programs, including participant logistics, travel/accommodation, communications, and on-site execution
Strong project management skills
Ability to manage multiple events, priorities, and deadlines
Working knowledge of event operations, hospitality, venue management, and supplier coordination
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience working with internal teams, clients, executives, sponsors, and vendors
Demonstrated budget management, expense tracking, invoice processing, and contract negotiation experience
Exceptional attention to detail, sound judgment, and proactive risk management and problem-solving
Collaborative leadership skills, including coordinating teams and delegating effectively
Proficiency with event management platforms, event registration, travel platforms, project management, collaboration, and virtual meeting platforms
Ability to learn new systems quickly and adapt to changing event requirements
Must be able to travel for site visits, planning meetings, and on-site event execution
Must reside in one of the listed states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, or Washington
Up to 50% travel required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Tele-health
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Health savings accounts
Paid parental leave
Company matched 401k
Unlimited PTO
Sick time
15 company paid holidays
100% remote work
Flexible working hours
Work/life balance
Innovative, collaborative, and inclusive work environment