Position Overview

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Events Manager is responsible for the coordination, management and execution of 30+ events annually for the Boston chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG Boston).  Events range from small peer to peer roundtables, speaker presentations and networking events, to our largest event, DealFest Northeast, attracting over 800 professionals from across the country.  Ideal candidate will be a deadline oriented self-starter, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.   

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage planning, implementation and post event activities for all events as assigned
• Manage program budgets, maintaining the highest quality event experience within budgetary parameters.   
• Work closely with staff and volunteer committees to define event goals, objectives and implementation plan
• Maintain a calendar of events, implementing a system of long-term planning and coordination. 
• Work with Director of Marketing to ensure event details are communicated effectively. 
• Negotiate agreements and contracts with venues and other third party vendors
• Facilitate event registrations, including database management & payment processing.   
• Assist with speaker management, coordinating logistics and travel where appropriate.   
• Participate in post event evaluation and contribute to development of new programs and ideas. 

About ACG Boston

The Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) is the premier global organization for professionals involved in corporate growth, corporate development, and mergers and acquisitions. ACG Boston’s 600 members are leaders in corporations, private equity, financing and M&A professional service firms.

We offer competitive salaries and benefits programs including health & dental, generous vacation time & 401K.  We offer a hybrid work environment, with optional office space available in Middleton, MA and most events taking place in & around Boston.  A few events require additional travel within the greater New England area.  Work environment is highly flexible and team oriented with 4 total employees.    

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Event Management, Communications, Business, Hospitality Management, Marketing or related field and/or equivalent work experience. 
• 3-5 years experience with event planning/program management in a corporate or business association environment
• Experience with database management (knowledge of Rhythm platform a plus)
• Ability to resolve problems on the spot diplomatically with regard to important relationships, and ability to work well under pressure

• Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments simultaneously
• Must be dependable, flexible, and willing to work early mornings and late evenings during programs. 
• Project management skills preferred. Strong time and project schedule management skills required to consistently meet deadlines
• Must have experience with contract negotiations, vendor selection & budgeting
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office software suite
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to lead diverse and cross functional groups, including senior level members & outside vendor partners.  Experience working with committees/volunteers a plus.
• Strong team orientation, both internal and external, with the ability to manage expectations regardless of reporting relationships
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Experience or knowledge in private equity, M&A or related fields a plus. 
• Sense of humor a must
• Local travel requirement (within Greater Boston area) 25%.
• This position is remote BUT will need to attend in-person events and meetings in Boston area five (5) times per month.