Events Manager - North America
Events Manager - North America
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$ 145000 - 190000
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Job Description
Who we are
Kentik is the network intelligence platform for modern infrastructure teams. Unlike traditional monitoring and observability tools we demystify complex network operations enabling organizations to deliver applications and innovation at scale. Built by network experts to make critical insight accessible to every engineer Kentik is the real-time source of truth that understands every network in context from data center to cloud to the internet. This single platform unifies and correlates cloud device flow synthetic data to turn telemetry into action. Market leaders like Akamai Dropbox and Zoom rely on Kentik to run manage and optimize their networks.
What we do
What youll do
- Own the end-to-end strategy planning and execution of in-person events including major industry conferences field and partner events executive forums and roadshows.
- Align event strategy with company objectives by partnering with cross-functional teams (sales product marketing execs and partners) to define event goals KPIs and success metrics.
- Execute all logistical aspects of event production including venue/booth selection contract negotiation vendor sourcing A/V catering reservations swag orders signage shipping and on-site management.
- Oversee the North America event budgets with accountability for planning forecasting expense tracking and ROI reporting
- Lead cross-functional planning ensuring alignment on event messaging and content promotions speaking sessions booth presence staffing demos and post-event follow-up.
- Drive pre-event marketing and sales outreach in partnership with marketing ops creative sales executives and other key event stakeholders. Manage the development of promotional materials including emails social posts as well as sales outbound sequences.
- Ensure flawless execution of post-event leads follow up including data cleansing timely upload of leads and notes into Salesforce tracking lead status and progression and providing regular updates on event impact.
- Continuously improve processes ensuring event workflows are standardized (whenever possible) documented and communicated across impacted teams; propose and implement process improvements to drive scale and efficiency.
- Maintain a pulse on event trends and best practices continuously evolving Kentiks event strategy to increase impact.
What youll bring
Studies have shown that some candidates tend to apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage you to apply if you meet most of the criteria - even if you dont match all of the qualifications your skills and experience could be valuable in this role!
- 5 years of experience managing B2B events in a high-growth SaaS or tech-driven environment
- Proven track record of planning and delivering successful event programs with measurable pipeline and brand impact
- Deep experience with large-scale trade shows partner events and regional field activations
- Excellent project management skills including vendor and stakeholder coordination across multiple simultaneous events
- Strong operational mindset with a track record of improving event processes workflows and documentation.
- Skilled in budget management contract negotiation and vendor sourcing
- Outstanding communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Experience with Salesforce Marketo Sendoso Asana Apollo
- Comfortable collaborating at all levels of the organization including executives and sales leaders
- High attention to detail and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
What we offer
Kentik is a fully remote company that operates globally. We seek professionals that will help us thrive as an organization and in turn to broaden and enhance your career. Were very thorough in the interview process to understand your skills and how they will relate to your successful growth here at Kentik. Our compensation philosophy encompasses a fair program for all in order to attract engage and retain talented individuals who will drive our business and wow our customers.
The compensation range for this position is: $145000 - $190000. This range reflects the low and high end of the U.S. compensation range Kentik reasonably and generally expects to pay the hired candidate in this role. The actual compensation offered may be lower or higher than the stated range depending on various factors including but not limited to:
- Experience with the skill sets required for success
- Demonstrated competencies and potential
- A geographic market-based approach
In addition to a great career opportunity Kentik offers stellar benefits for our employees which include:
- 100% of premiums are paid by company for health vision and dental coverage for you and your dependents
- Additionally an annual Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) of $3000 for an individual or $4500 for a family
- Paid family & medical leave
- Open PTO a quarterly Wellness Day and a minimum of 10 paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement account
- Home office reimbursement
- Stock options
Note: Benefits are as listed for all US full-time employees. For compensation international applicants will be treated equitably in relation to the laws applicable within the countries in which we operate.
Come work with us
The true meaning of Kentik is visibility. Were committed to making sure everyone feels empowered to use their voice has a sense of belonging and is represented at Kentik.
We dont look for individuals who fit the culture but those who will continue to add to the culture.
We encourage everyone to apply especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry: people of color LGBTQI community women individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen) veterans and people of any age or family status.
Kentik is committed to creating an inclusive interview process. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process please reach out to
Come as you are!
You will be working at a fast-growing well-funded startup alongside industry thought leaders and network aficionados as we build the future of observability and set the high bar for how network operations and digital businesses should run. With a competitive salary and amazing benefits on top of the meaningful and challenging projects youll take on were sure youll enjoy joining the Kentik team.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Temp
