Event Management and Experiences Manager

TransUnion

. Lead strategic planning, coordination, execution, and performance management for Diversified Markets events .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $90,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in planning and executing complex B2B events, with a strong focus on strategic objectives, budget management, and stakeholder collaboration. Proven ability to lead teams, influence decisions, and deliver successful event outcomes under pressure.

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Event ManagementB2B Event PlanningPeople LeadershipBudget ManagementStakeholder Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Event StrategyBudgetingSourcingContractingProductionOn-Site OperationsRisk ManagementPost-Event MeasurementAttendee ExperiencePerformance Data Analysis

Soft Skills

Executive PresenceWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationJudgment Under PressureInfluencing Decisions

Tools & Technologies

CventEvent Management PlatformsProject Management ToolsCollaboration Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CMPCMMDES

Industry Keywords

B2B TradeshowsCustomer Advisory BoardsEvent Portfolio ManagementVendor NegotiationMatrixed Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead strategic planning, coordination, execution, and performance management for Diversified Markets events
Manage a portfolio of 6–8 high-visibility events annually, including customer summits, customer advisory boards, and B2B tradeshows
Provide on-site oversight for planning milestones, rehearsals, venue readiness, and live event delivery
Coach and support a team of 2–4 event professionals through virtual, in-office, and on-site collaboration
Partner with marketing, sales, product, leadership, procurement, finance, and legal stakeholders in a matrixed environment
Balance strategic objectives and tactical delivery across multiple concurrent events
Conduct venue walk-throughs, vendor meetings, and logistical reviews
Serve as primary on-site decision-maker, managing issues and escalations in real time
Contribute directly to event execution while leading event strategy, team performance, and delivery outcomes
Work flexible and extended hours, including early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends, based on event schedules
Report to the Director, Event Management & Experiences

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, hospitality, business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant professional experience
7+ years experience planning and executing complex B2B events
Experience with large-scale trade shows, proprietary customer events, executive programs, or customer advisory boards
People leadership experience, including hiring, coaching, developing, and managing event professionals
Strong working knowledge of end-to-end event management, including strategy, budgeting, sourcing, contracting, production, attendee experience, risk management, on-site operations, and post-event measurement
Experience partnering with marketing, sales, product, procurement, finance, legal, and senior leaders in a complex, matrixed organization
Executive presence and strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to influence decisions, manage expectations, and tailor recommendations for different audiences
Strong financial and commercial acumen
Experience managing event budgets, negotiating with agencies and vendors, controlling scope, and identifying cost efficiencies
Ability to translate business objectives into event strategies, success measures, and actionable recommendations using attendee insights, performance data, and ROI indicators
Excellent judgment and composure under pressure
Track record of resolving issues, managing escalations, and making sound decisions during live events
Ability to travel 25%
Experience with Cvent or comparable event management platforms is preferred
Familiarity with project management and collaboration tools is beneficial
Experience leading agency, production, exhibit, venue, and other event vendor relationships across multiple programs is preferred
Experience developing event portfolio recommendations and advising business partners on investment is preferred
CMP, CMM, DES, or another relevant event industry credential is a plus
Must be authorized to work in the United States full-time without employer support or sponsorship now or in the future
Must adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment and trustworthiness, work safely, communicate respectfully, and safeguard confidential and proprietary information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Day-one medical, dental, and vision coverage
Supplemental health plan options
HSA and FSA accounts
Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
Optional voluntary life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Legal plan
Pet insurance
Travel accident coverage
Adoption assistance
Fertility planning coverage
Caregiver support
Dependent Care FSA with possibility of employer match
Complimentary Care@Work membership
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave with gradual return
401(k) with employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Financial wellness resources
Career coaching
Optional long-term care insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible time off for exempt employees or paid time off for nonexempt employees
Up to 12 paid holidays per year
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts
Charitable gift matching
Paid volunteer time off
Corporate volunteer events
24/7 professional therapy, coaching, and emotional well-being support
Guided meditation and physical, mental, social, and financial wellness resources
Annual bonus plan eligibility for regular, full-time non-sales positions
Potential eligibility for long-term incentives and other payments