Events Associate

The member organization for industry advancement, ICSC promotes and elevates the marketplaces and spaces where people shop, dine, work, play, and gather as foundational and vital ingredients of communities and economies. ICSC produces experiences that create connections and catalyze deals; aggressively advocates to shape public policy; develops high impact marketing and public relations that influence opinions; provides an enduring platform for professional success;

and creates forward‑thinking content with actionable insights — all of which drive industry innovation and growth.

This position is hybrid and based out of our New York City office reporting to the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays.

• Plan and execute 5-10 live events per year with attendees ranging from 50-200, responsibilities to include:
• Source venues and vendors
• Negotiate contracts
• Prepare BEOs and order appropriate AV
• Order signage, supplies, prepare Power Points
• Work with committees and volunteers
• Proof marketing materials
• Monitor expenses; review and submit invoices, reconcile budget
• Prepare and assemble badges
• Provide on‑site support at larger conferences ranging from 1, attendees as needed
• Manage general team operations such as updating calendars and processing credit card authorizations
• Provide general administrative support to VP and Senior Manager as needed

• Plans and Aligns - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organization goals
• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
• Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity and authenticity

• Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality or related field preferred
• Up to 2 years professional experience planning in‑person, small‑scale events and providing administrative support for events and conferences preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills