Event Manager

Company Description

Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) Chicago is a dynamic community of successful entrepreneurs dedicated to personal growth, professional development, and fostering meaningful connections. Members come from diverse industries and backgrounds, united by a shared commitment to mutual support and success. EO Chicago offers exclusive resources, events, and educational opportunities to help members grow their businesses while navigating the evolving business world. As part of the global EO network, with over 14,000 members in 60 countries, members gain access to a vast network of like-minded peers.

EO Chicago provides a supportive environment where entrepreneurs thrive at every stage of their journey.

Location: Hybrid — EO House Chicago (1714 N Damen Ave), Chicagoland venues, remote work, and limited domestic or international travel

Reports to: Executive Director

Employment Type: Full-time

Schedule: Flexible; includes evenings and weekends tied to events

The Events Manager is the execution engine behind EO Chicago’s high-volume, high-impact events. This role owns logistics, production, and live event experience — ensuring every EO Chicago event runs smoothly, professionally, and with intention.

This is a hands-on, operator role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves execution, and takes pride in delivering great experiences.

• End-to-end execution of all EO Chicago events, from concept through post-event wrap-up
• Venue coordination, AV, vendors, run-of-show, and on-site logistics
• Hands-on setup, troubleshooting, teardown, and live problem-solving
• Own event timelines, deliverables, deadlines, and execution details
• Bring creative event design thinking to each experience — adding intentional touches that make events feel special, elevated, and uniquely EO Chicago
• Identify opportunities for small but meaningful moments that enhance the overall experience

• Own how events feel in real time — energy, flow, clarity, and care
• Ensure members feel welcomed, informed, and taken care of throughout
• Handle issues calmly, confidently, and decisively during live events
• Act as a clear decision-maker on-site, making judgment calls without waiting for direction when needed

• Own all event-related vendor relationships
• Source, negotiate, and manage vendors per event
• Ensure vendors meet quality, cost, and professionalism standards
• Manage event budgets and invoicing

• Provide event details, timelines, assets, and deadlines to support marketing and communications
• Document and continuously improve event SOPs and execution processes
• Deliver a timely post-event summary report after each event, capturing:
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Director and Member Experience & EO House Manager
• Willingly step into adjacent responsibilities as needed — this is a small, collaborative team

EO Chicago is led by a small professional staff team under the Executive Director and guided by an engaged Executive Board of entrepreneur members.

• The Executive Director sets priorities, strategy, and direction.
• The Member Experience & EO House Manager owns daytime House operations, member support, and communications.

You’ll collaborate closely with both, and work with Board leaders to execute experiences aligned with the chapter’s vision.

• EO Chicago events run smoothly, professionally, and on time
• Events feel intentional, elevated, and distinct — not templated or generic
• Members arrive knowing where to go and what to expect
• Live event energy is well-paced, engaging, and worth showing up for
• Vendors are prepared, aligned, and deliver quality experiences at appropriate cost
• Event budgets are accurate, tracked, and clean
• Event details and assets are delivered clearly and on schedule
• On-site decisions are made confidently and issues are resolved without escalation
• The Executive Director and Board trust that events are fully handled
• Members leave feeling satisfied, taken care of, and glad they attended

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