Director, Events

Bloomerang combines the best tools, resources, and people to provide a world-class experience for tens of thousands of nonprofits, allowing them to raise more money and do more good in the world. Our powerful software and stellar customer service have made us one of the highest rated fundraising/donor CRMs on the market.

In addition to creating thriving nonprofits, we're also in the business of creating thriving employees. At Bloomerang, you'll be a part of a mission-driven culture built on the core values of Simplify, Care, and Act. We know the key to our success is our people, and we're proud to be home to some of the most innovative and skilled employees in the workforce today.

The Role

The Director of Events will be a dynamic and experienced leader responsible for the strategic planning, execution, and overall success of Bloomerang's diverse field events program and our flagship conference, GiveCon as well as smaller owned events. This role includes leading a team of event professionals, overseeing the budget, and ensuring alignment with the company's marketing and sales goals. Reporting to the VP of Market Engagement, the Director will play a key role on our Marketing Team in enhancing brand visibility, generating leads, and fostering customer engagement through impactful and memorable field events.

What You Will Do

• Develop and execute a comprehensive field marketing strategy that aligns with sales objectives and contributes directly to pipeline growth and revenue generation from key accounts and verticals.
• Lead, manage, and mentor event managers, ensuring their success and professional development.
• Oversee and manage a portfolio of tradeshows, maximizing our brand presence and impact.
• Set and manage the budget for all field events, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
• Track, analyze and report on lead generation, lead flow from field events and other related event metrics to optimize our ROI.
• Spearhead the strategy, planning, and execution of our owned conference GiveCon, ensuring its success and growth.
• Negotiate contracts with vendors, including hotels, A/V, catering, entertainment, consultants and other partners, securing favorable terms and conditions.
• Represent Bloomerang at industry events and conferences and have the ability to provide a high level pitch of the Bloomerang platform to prospects.
• Collaborate with other departments and peers within the company to ensure alignment and support for field events.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in field events
  
  

What You Need to Succeed

• 8-10+ years of experience in event management preferably in technology / software space.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with budgeting and forecasting
• Familiarity with project management software (Asana), Marketing Automation (Marketo) and CRM (Salesforce)
• Ability to travel 10-20% of the time and authorization to travel internationally if needed.
• Strong negotiation skills.
  
  

Nice to Haves But Not Required

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or a related field
• Experience working with nonprofit organizations
  
  

Benefits

Health + Wellness

You'll have access to generous health, vision, and dental insurance options as well as HealthiestYou, a healthcare service that offers convenient, confidential access to quality doctors 24/7, anytime, anywhere.

Time Off

You'll get a competitive PTO package that includes 20 PTO days, 3 flex days, 4 optional volunteer Days, 12 paid holidays, as well as paid parental leave.

401k

You'll receive a 401k match to help invest in your future.

Equipment

Everything you need to be successful, shipped right to your door.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is: $100,000 - $150,500. You may also be eligible for a discretionary bonus. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent on your skills, experience, qualifications, and location, as well as applicable employment laws.

Location

This is a permanent, full-time, fully remote position. Employees living in Indianapolis, IN are welcome to work from our company headquarters. We do not offer Visa sponsorship or relocation assistance at this time.

Accommodations

Applicants who require accommodations may contact [email protected] to request an accommodation in completing an application.

Bloomerang is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals seeking employment at Bloomerang are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Employment with Bloomerang is contingent upon signing a Proprietary Information and Inventions Agreement, satisfactory completion of our pre-employment background check, and satisfactory proof of legal authorization to work in the United States. In accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment. Any criminal offenses or crimes that are related to material duties of the role will not be considered.