Senior Event Manager

Harvey Nash is a respected national, full-service talent management firm dedicated to specializing in technology positions. Founded with the mission to serve as the preferred talent partner for the information technology industry, Harvey Nash has grown rapidly and established itself as a leader in its field. The company’s vision of growth, combined with a steadfast commitment to honesty, integrity, and passion for serving clients, consultants, and employees, has driven its success. As part of Nash Squared Group, a global professional services organization with over forty offices worldwide, Harvey Nash leverages extensive networks and market insights to provide top-tier talent acquisition and management solutions. This broad international connection enriches the company’s capabilities and enhances its service offerings across diverse markets.

The Senior Event Manager role at Harvey Nash based in Fort Wayne, IN, is a key position within the marketing function of the organization. This is a 6-9 month contract opportunity offering an hourly pay rate of $75 to $80 on a W2 basis. The role requires an experienced professional with 5-7 years of event management experience, specifically within the B2B sector. The Senior Event Manager will be responsible for end-to-end planning, logistics, and execution of client-facing events. This includes the development and delivery of in-person, virtual, and hybrid event experiences that align closely with the company's marketing strategy and brand standards.

This position involves collaborating cross-regionally with marketing partners and regional support teams to create events that foster engagement and meet specific campaign objectives. The Manager will spearhead event concepts from ideation through execution, ensuring quality and compliance across venues, vendors, and event production elements. Additionally, handling invitation management, including segmentation, communication, and RSVP tracking, will be critical to ensure successful attendance and a targeted audience reach.

The role also demands strong problem-solving skills to address challenges during live events and the ability to analyze event outcomes to drive continuous improvements. Preparing detailed event briefs, playbooks, run-of-show plans, and event documentation will be essential to maintaining high standards and delivering exemplary event experiences. Furthermore, onboarding and aligning regional event specialists will be part of the responsibilities, ensuring a cohesive and consistent approach to event delivery across the organization.

Overall, this position offers the chance to join a dynamic and expanding global firm where event management expertise directly contributes to advancing marketing goals and enhancing client engagement. The Senior Event Manager at Harvey Nash will play a vital role in shaping impactful events that resonate with the target audience and uphold the company’s distinguished brand reputation.