Manager - Strategic Events & Industry Engagement

Manager Strategic Events & Industry Engagement Role Summary

We are seeking a strategic relationship builder to elevate the company's presence across clients, analysts, industry associations, media, and influencers.

This role is responsible for creating high-impact engagement opportunities that strengthen relationships, enhance visibility, and position the company as a recognized industry leader.

The successful candidate will think beyond event logistics. They will identify where the company needs to be, who it needs to know, and how to create meaningful interactions that drive commercial and strategic outcomes.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive industry engagement strategy.
• Build relationships with conference organizers, industry associations, analysts, media organizations, and strategic partners.
• Identify opportunities to expand executive visibility and influence.
• Establish the company's presence at key industry forums and leadership events.

• Design and manage executive dinners, round tables, industry forums, client events, analyst briefings, and leadership summits.
• Create distinctive experiences that deepen relationships with clients and prospects.
• Oversee event strategy from concept through execution.

• Secure speaking opportunities for executives at industry conferences and business forums.
• Manage participation in analyst events, customer councils, and industry programs.
• Coordinate executive engagement plans around strategic accounts and target markets.

• Manage budgets, vendors, sponsor ships, contracts, and logistics.
• Track ROI and business outcomes from engagement activities.
• Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, and business unit leaders.

• Communications
• Marketing
• Public Relations
• Hospitality Management
• Business Administration
• Event Management
• Organizational Leadership

• Experience managing executive-level programs and strategic events.
• Strong stakeholder management and networking capabilities.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with senior executives.
• Commercial mindset and understanding of business development.
• Experience building external partnerships and industry relationships.

• Executive speaking opportunities secured.
• Analyst and influencer engagement.
• Client and prospect participation in strategic events.
• Brand visibility improvements.
• Pipeline and business opportunities influenced.