Sr. Events Manager

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• End-to-end planning, scaling, and executing AppFolio's hosted proprietary/marquee events. 
• Lead the strategic planning and creative development of a diverse range of events, including large-scale paid conferences and flagship events.
• Deliver extraordinary events and create memorable experiences that position AppFolio's events as best-in-class.
• Shape the future of AppFolio’s events strategy with a focus on reimagining and evolving our events to be the best in the industry. 
• Manage complex event workflows, from ideation through execution, ensuring all elements are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality.
• Engage with key stakeholders to define event objectives and outcomes, aligning event strategies with AppFolio’s growth and brand vision.

• Seamlessly collaborate across the organization, from executive leadership to third-party vendors, ensuring alignment.
• Extensive experience with conferences & marquee events that host 5,000+ attendees.
• Expertise in  budget management including revenue modeling and a guru in negotiating contracts with vendors, hotels, 3rd party event partners. 
• Create and deliver compelling presentations to internal and external stakeholders, clearly articulating event strategies, plans, and outcomes.  
• Develop scalable plans and presentations that align with our evolving events portfolio. 
• Ability to influence all levels of the organization to ensure desired outcomes of the event.
• Knowledge of event techstack (i.e., Salesforce, Airtable, Tableau, Cvent, or similar).
• Proficiency in the Google Suite.

• 8-10+ years in event marketing and conference management, with extensive experience leading large user conferences, and proprietary or flagship events with 5,000 or more attendees.

• Demonstrate high levels of strategic thinking, tactical execution, and innovative approaches while maintaining a fun and engaging style.
• Experience in people management or mentoring, fostering growth, and developing teams.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, organizational acumen, and attention to detail.
• Resourceful problem-solver, with the ability to navigate complex situations.

• A proven track record in dynamic, fast-paced environments and bring a positive, upbeat attitude.
• Lead with empathy and expertise, inspiring teams to achieve outstanding results.
• Must be able to travel 25-30% of the time.
• BA/BS degree or higher is preferred. 

Please note that base pay is one important aspect of a compelling Total Rewards package. The base pay range indicated here does not include any additional benefits or bonuses/commissions that you may be eligible for based on your role and/or employment type.

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