Job Overview
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
hybrid work environment
Professional development opportunities
Employee ownership benefits
Job Description
Border States is a thriving and successful company operating as a 100 percent employee-owned organization, which empowers its team members to make decisions, find innovative solutions, and be rewarded for their hard work. With a vibrant culture of ownership and collaboration, Border States has established itself as a leader in its industry, consistently delivering exceptional service and solutions to its valued clients. The organization is committed to fostering an inclusive and dynamic workplace that encourages professional growth and development. Border States offers a hybrid work model, providing flexibility for employees, and the position is located in Fargo, ND. The application... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in PR marketing hospitality management or related field or equivalent work experience
- 3+ years of experience in event management
- Skilled in project management
- Knowledge of KPIs and marketing techniques for event management
- Strong working knowledge in Microsoft Office including Excel Word Outlook and PowerPoint
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and maintain an upbeat and positive attitude under pressure
- Strong project management and organizational skills from conception following through to execution
- Willingness to speak up and take risks challenge the current state and learn from both success and failure
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Ability to prioritize multitask and work with minimal supervision
- Attention to detail
- Outstanding communication and negotiation ability
- Risk management experience
- Excellent customer service skills including being competent accurate responsive and engaged
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in PR marketing hospitality management or related field or equivalent work experience
- 3+ years of experience in event management
- Skilled in project management
- Knowledge of KPIs and marketing techniques for event management
- Strong working knowledge in Microsoft Office including Excel Word Outlook and PowerPoint
- Cvent Event Management software experience a plus
- Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign Photoshop Illustrator Acrobat) and other graphic software a plus
- Web design HTML CSS Premiere Flash skills a plus
Job Duties
- Plans and facilitates logistics and overall experience for Border States large-scale events including researching and securing venues contract negotiations guest lists venue preparation presentation materials security catering entertainment transportation equipment décor and marketing materials
- Creates and implements best practice checklists and kits for various event types to drive scalability and consistency for event execution
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams including marketing field enablement sales HR and creative services to ensure and deliver a cohesive pre-event at-event and post-event tactics
- Maintains event calendar ensuring visibility into managed Border States events
- Advocates for best-in-class attendee experience guiding participating employee-owners on event best practices service standards and delivery of personal experiences
- Facilitates event communication both internal and customer-facing pre- and post-communications
- Partners with Marketing on lead capture capabilities for customer events
- Ensures brand experience is upheld and consistent across Border States events including promotion display and on-site presence
- Responsible for maintenance shipping and tracking of event assets such as tablecloths displays banners etc.
- Builds and nurtures relationships with vendors venues and other industry contacts
- Remains current with trends in event planning design and production
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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