Events Coordinator, Bethesda Maryland

Aledade is a public benefit corporation dedicated to empowering independent primary care providers across the United States. Founded in 2014, Aledade has rapidly grown to become the largest network of independent primary care, supporting practices, health centers, and clinics in delivering superior patient care and thriving within the value-based care model. By fostering value-based contracts with a diverse array of health plans, Aledade seeks to revolutionize the traditional fee-for-service healthcare framework, driving improved patient health outcomes while aligning incentives for primary care physicians. Aledade's mission centers on strengthening continuity of care and ensuring that primary care providers are compensated for what they do best - maintaining patient wellness.

The Events Coordinator role at Aledade is an essential position located at the company’s Bethesda, Maryland headquarters. This full-time position requires the candidate to live in Bethesda or nearby areas and work primarily on-site, with rare hybrid work weeks. The Events Coordinator will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing a variety of Aledade team events including the biannual Aledade All Staff Retreat, offsite team events, customer-facing functions, and multiple events hosted at Aledade's HQ. The coordinator will serve as a critical liaison connecting internal stakeholders and external vendors, navigating competing priorities to deliver seamless and memorable event experiences.

This position demands a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a strong organizational acumen and experience managing event logistics. The coordinator will oversee tasks such as setting up registration processes, designing name badges, ordering and managing swag, coordinating catering, and managing event setup and teardown. The role also involves advising team members on event protocols and collaborating cross-functionally to drive projects that support different facets of the organization’s mission. Flexibility to work across various time zones and occasional non-traditional working hours is required, as is the ability to travel up to 15% during peak event seasons.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with at least three years of direct event management experience within corporate or nonprofit environments. Mastery of CVENT event management software is crucial, particularly skills in registration setup, attendee management, venue sourcing, and post-event data analysis. Aledade seeks an individual with superior communication skills, strong problem-solving capabilities, and the capacity to work autonomously while remaining a collaborative team player. Physical demands include the ability to stand and move for extended periods, lift and carry up to 25 pounds, and occasionally handle event setup involving furniture and use of ladders.

Aledade offers competitive compensation from $30 to $38 per hour plus bonus and equity opportunities. Beyond remuneration, Aledade provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote overall well-being and work-life balance. These benefits include generous paid time off, health insurance coverage, paid parental leave, sabbaticals, and 401(k) with employer match, among others. The company fosters an inclusive and remote-first culture that values diversity, collaboration, and commitment to transforming healthcare. Joining Aledade means becoming part of a mission-driven team passionate about creating a healthcare system that benefits patients, providers, and society at large.