Manager, Corporate Travel & Events

AAA is a leading member-focused organization dedicated to providing exceptional roadside assistance, travel services, and automotive solutions to millions of customers across the United States. Established over a century ago, AAA has built a strong reputation for reliability, trust, and quality service, making it a well-known name in automotive and travel industries. As a diversified company, AAA offers a wide range of services including insurance, travel planning, and member benefits, all designed to simplify life for its members and help them stay safe on the road. The company emphasizes a collaborative work environment, offers competitive compensation, and supports professional growth and development for its employees.

The position of Manager, Corporate Travel and Events at AAA is a strategic and hands-on leadership role pivotal to the company’s internal and external event success. This role is hybrid, requiring three days a week onsite at AAA’s Walnut Creek, CA office, and offers a competitive salary range between $129,234 and $193,849 annually. The Manager will oversee all aspects of corporate event planning, including the full event lifecycle from strategy through execution and analysis. Responsible for guiding a team of Corporate Travel Advisors and Event Specialists, the Manager ensures seamless coordination of leadership meetings, employee engagement events, incentive trips, and recognition programs designed to drive employee motivation and organizational success.

The Manager will act as a strategic leader collaborating with executive leadership and multiple departments such as marketing, HR, and sales to align event goals with company objectives, ensuring adherence to brand standards and safety protocols. This includes negotiating contract terms with venues, hotels, and suppliers to maximize costs and deliver high-return events. With deep expertise in budget management and event logistics, the Manager will monitor event budgets, track financial performance, and implement improvements based on detailed post-event data analysis and ROI assessment.

This role requires a dynamic professional who excels in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Key responsibilities include mentoring and developing team members, fostering a learning culture encouraging initiative, sharing best practices, and continuously enhancing professional skills. The Manager will lead day-to-day operations, onsite event execution, vendor relationship management, and continual improvement through innovative event technologies and strategies. They must have a strong ability to problem-solve, communicate effectively, and inspire their team toward successful outcomes.

AAA offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, paid holidays, paid time off with opportunities for volunteerism, 401k matching, tuition reimbursement, and discounts on AAA products and services. Employees also receive a free AAA Classic Membership as part of the employee perks. AAA believes in valuing the contributions of its team members not only through competitive pay and benefits but also by fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment where individuals can thrive both personally and professionally. This role offers an excellent opportunity for candidates passionate about corporate event management and team leadership to grow their career within a respected, member-focused organization.