Event Manager Las Vegas, NV

• Incentiveeligibilitybasedonprogramsizeandprofitability.
• Healthinsurancecoverageincludingmedical,vision,anddental.
• DiscretionaryPTOforvacationandpersonaltime,paid holidays,paidsickleaveaccruedbasedonhoursworked.
• 401(k) withemployermatch.
• PaidDMCPand/orCMPcertification.

Event Planning and Execution

• Lead all phases of event management, including contracting, planning, budgeting, logistics, and on-site execution for assigned programs including high-touch clients and large-scale programs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the planning process and maintain an open line of communication with client during program dates and when client is in destination.
• Ensure program details meet client expectations while adhering to budgets, timelines, and company standards.
• Conduct assigned program operational site inspections, planning visits and walkthroughs.
• Be onsite during program duration; be flexible and maintain an open line of communication with client during program dates and when client is in destination.
• Manage the production of all program materials including diagrams, manifests, run-of-show documents, schedules, permitting and vendor confirmations.
• Ensure programs meet profitability targets by tracking costs, managing the P&L, and maintaining or growing profit margin from initial contract.
• Overseeing billing in collaboration with the Program Financial Manager.

Client Relations

• Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication, professionalism, and thoughtful problem-solving.
• Support the client experience from contracting through post-event follow-up, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
• Identify and sell to client, potential upsell opportunities, increasing profit margin and providing added value as destination expert throughout program planning and execution.
• Send thank you email and complete post-program checklist including but not limited to post event surveys, post-con, etc.

Team and Department Collaboration

• Collaborate with Sales, Strategic Accounts (if applicable), Design & Development, Creative Studio, and Vendors in successful and cohesive program delivery.
• Communicate to local leadership and team of event and operational success and advise on best practices.
• Communicate with strategic team leads, if applicable, key program planning milestones, and preparations for optimum program success.
• Support departmental goals through cross-functional communication and alignment.
• Participate in weekly event management and/or team meetings and other internal planning sessions.
• Work with Staffing Coordinator to manage field staff assignments.
• Be willing to assist across destinations and/or travel to help operate and support.

Mentorship and Leadership

• Support training efforts by sharing best practices and process knowledge.
• Foster a respectful and supportive team environment that reflects the company’s values.
• Self-educate or partake in training opportunities, representing company at industry/hospitality functions at least three times per year.
• Participate and assist with FAMs and hotel partner team outings.
• Oversee part time Event Staff on projects and programs as needed.

Vendor and Logistics Management

• Manage vendor partners, negotiate contracts, and ensure quality of services provided while maintaining company established profitability.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local venues, transportation options, entertainment, restaurants, and other key program resources.
• Develop and maintain communications in a cooperative and professional manner with all levels of staff, vendors, industry partners and clients
• Conduct post-event debriefs and provide feedback on vendor performance.

• Each employee at Cohera is expected to carry out all Quality of Work Responsibilities: to work as a productive team member, take initiative, act creatively, operate flexibly, and do everything with honesty, integrity, and with a focus on client satisfaction.
• Work well in a fast-paced team environment, be willing to help others, work overtime when required, and deliver quality service to our clients.
• Act in a self-starting way, make good…