itD is seeking an Event Manager with Speaker Managementto lead the final planning and execution of large-scale enterprise-level events ensuring seamless delivery and high-impact experiences for global audiences. This role is critical to maintaining operational excellence across key client engagements with direct influence on event success through coordination stakeholder alignment and onsite execution.
The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in enterprise event management particularly with Speaker Management and also a proven track record of executing large-scale conferences trade shows and marketing events with measurable outcomes.
The role is 100% remote. This is a W2 opportunity with itD and contracted at a Fortune 500 client in Silicon Valley. The individual selected will be instrumental in helping us continue to deliver excellence to our base of leading global accounts.
You will also interact closely with itDs Communities of Practice (CoP) expand your network and grow your career. This is a unique chance to meet others who think differently and are passionate about challenging the status quo!
Internal Responsibilities
Attend regular internal practice community meetings.
Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership.
Complete client case studies and learning material (blogs media material).
Build out material to contribute to the Digital Transformation practice.
Attend internal itD networking events (in person and virtual).
Work with leadership on career fast-track opportunities.
Job Title: Event Manager
Location: Remote USA (preferably CT/ET)
Duration: 4-5 months (no extension)
Compensation: DOE full benefits
Interview: 3 Rounds Webex video
Years of Experience: 5
Required Skills and Who You Are:
5 years of ONSITE/In Person Event Management in Enterprise markets with large-scale audiences of 1000
Very logistically strong with exceptional organizational and project management skills including overseeing complex workstreams across multiple functions composed of both technical and non-technical members
Pays attention to detail and can multi-task (spreadsheets and checklists are your best friend)
Excellent time management with the ability to ensure stakeholders meet deadlines
Effective communicator with superb written and verbal skills who can communicate clearly and professionally with customers team members and other stakeholders
Ability to maintain the highest level of professionalism and integrity when interacting with C-level executives suppliers attendees speakers and talent
Uses communication to build relationships with others and foster teamwork
Strong people skills. No one is a stranger and you understand how to connect with everyone treating all with respect
An independent problem solver who is solution oriented and takes initiative without being prompted
This person thrives in a fast-paced environment and can demonstrate grace-under pressure
Demonstrates strong leadership and interpersonal skills to motivate the team and encourage them to work together to achieve a common goal
A Do What It Takes Team player who leads by example demonstrating how to work productively and with a positive attitude
Can handle a high volume of demand leading up to and during the event
Basic understanding of technical subjects and emerging technologies and relevance to the marketplace
Capable of producing executive level PowerPoint slides for meetings
Experience working with end-to-end event management platforms is a must.
Strong understanding of post-event metrics and their importance to the overall event success
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel Sharepoint and Project Management tools
Comfortable using Webex collaboration software as main communication tool
Ability and willingness to travel 7 days to support the event in-person in October 2026.
Required travel:TBD (strong possibility)
WebexOne 2026 set-up and execution dates Saturday October 3 Thursday
October 8. (Event is October 5-8)
Help staff Registration to check in speakers work on any needed content changes (ex speaker names headshots bios session info) based on last minute changes and support other areas of the event as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
Overall day-to-day project management of workstreams creating the workback planoverseeing timelines budget execution reporting project change notices facilitatingcollaboration and assisting with unblocking throughout the project
Coordinate lead and collaborate with workstream contributors during weeklyworkstream status update calls
Provides input on event production schedule and logistics needs to Ops Lead
Responsible for creating slides in WebexOne master walking deck to communicateplans for all workstreams
Monitors event deadlines and change
What Youll Do
Lead cross-functional Speaker Management Workstream for WebexOne 2026;responsible for all strategy planning and execution of the workstream keeping thingsorganized facilitating collaboration and assisting with unblocking throughout projects:
Manage Rainfocus Speaker Portal.
Receive training for related tools related to speaker mgt at WebexOne 2026 (Rainfocus Socio OneDrive/Office Webex etc).
Primary manager of the WebexOne speaker management processes and tools.
Orchestrate content management and updating system process and tools for all speaker types (both Cisco and external speakers).
Work with all speaker sourcing teams (ARPR Training Breakouts/Roundtables Sponsor Keynote Customer etc) and stakeholder orgs (ex: Product Marketing Customer Advocacy) to ensure speakers are approved onboarded and supported.
Track and provide regular (weekly or more) status updates on all aspects of speakers (approval agreement sent/signed logo use approved headshot/bio received and uploaded travel / hotel booked rehearsal and speaking times confirmed etc).
Ensure Rehearsals speaking sessions and other deadlines/touch points are calendared and supported.
Capture all signed speaker agreements in OneDrive folder; note any modifications (logo use live streaming limitations etc) clearly communicate and ensure any contractual obligations are carried through.
Provide communication resources and templates to ensure speakers and related parties get timely and correct information.
Coordinate speaker hotel room list with WebexOne Housing team
Ensure speakers know where to go who to meet what to wear when to be ready etc onsite.
Ensure speaker info/content is correctly uploaded/updated across all platforms (Rainfocus Socio Website Slides spreadsheets) in collaboration with Event App Manager and other stakeholders.
Ensure workstream contributors and key stakeholders are meeting the deadlines.
Ensure white glove service for executive and/or external VIP/C-suite speakers.
Work with Cisco AMEX travel coordination team to ensure they can connect withcustomers to book travel and track spend against actual.
Maintain/update key slides in various WebexOne decks that trackinvited/approved/confirmed speakers.
Create/update documentation on speaker management process and learnings.
Create post-event reports and metrics to assess speaker and session performance impact.
Ensure post-event thank you notes and other communications.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills
Texas and/or Austin TX applicants (Webex One event located in Austin TX)
Previous tech experience: Cisco Meta Google Apple Microsoft
Product Marketing
Education Bachelors Degree
Company Description About itD: We are part of a new generation of consulting and software development company that blends diversity innovation and integrity with real business results. Our structure rejects any strong hierarchy empowering us to deliver excellent results. We are a woman- and minority-led firm. Every day we challenge ourselves to be considerate fair and to re-think what great outcomes mean for our customers. This permeates down to how we approach every interaction on every project for every client. Youll thrive here if you are a dynamic self-starter a difference-maker or someone who wants to deliver great results without constraints.
The itD Digital Experience: Joining us means youll be part of our global community you have a say about your own career journey and youll get a chance to give back to causes that matter. You will experience working with Fortune 500 companies and high-performance teams across numerous industries. itD offers our employees excellent benefits such as medical dental vision life insurance paid holidays 401K matching networking & career learning and development programs. We are growing and we want to see you grow! Visit to learn more about what working at itD can mean for you.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or protected veteran status or any other legally protected basis in accordance with applicable law. itD is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or to perform the essential functions of a position please contact us at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Additional Info Dynamic environment in a culture of respect empowerment and recognition for a job well done apply today!
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itD is seeking an Event Manager with Speaker Managementto lead the final planning and execution of large-scale enterprise-level events ensuring seamless delivery and high-impact experiences for global audiences. This role is critical to maintaining operational excellence across key client engagement...
itD is seeking an Event Manager with Speaker Managementto lead the final planning and execution of large-scale enterprise-level events ensuring seamless delivery and high-impact experiences for global audiences. This role is critical to maintaining operational excellence across key client engagements with direct influence on event success through coordination stakeholder alignment and onsite execution.
The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in enterprise event management particularly with Speaker Management and also a proven track record of executing large-scale conferences trade shows and marketing events with measurable outcomes.
The role is 100% remote. This is a W2 opportunity with itD and contracted at a Fortune 500 client in Silicon Valley. The individual selected will be instrumental in helping us continue to deliver excellence to our base of leading global accounts.
You will also interact closely with itDs Communities of Practice (CoP) expand your network and grow your career. This is a unique chance to meet others who think differently and are passionate about challenging the status quo!
Internal Responsibilities
Attend regular internal practice community meetings.
Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership.
Complete client case studies and learning material (blogs media material).
Build out material to contribute to the Digital Transformation practice.
Attend internal itD networking events (in person and virtual).
Work with leadership on career fast-track opportunities.
Job Title: Event Manager
Location: Remote USA (preferably CT/ET)
Duration: 4-5 months (no extension)
Compensation: DOE full benefits
Interview: 3 Rounds Webex video
Years of Experience: 5
Required Skills and Who You Are:
5 years of ONSITE/In Person Event Management in Enterprise markets with large-scale audiences of 1000
Very logistically strong with exceptional organizational and project management skills including overseeing complex workstreams across multiple functions composed of both technical and non-technical members
Pays attention to detail and can multi-task (spreadsheets and checklists are your best friend)
Excellent time management with the ability to ensure stakeholders meet deadlines
Effective communicator with superb written and verbal skills who can communicate clearly and professionally with customers team members and other stakeholders
Ability to maintain the highest level of professionalism and integrity when interacting with C-level executives suppliers attendees speakers and talent
Uses communication to build relationships with others and foster teamwork
Strong people skills. No one is a stranger and you understand how to connect with everyone treating all with respect
An independent problem solver who is solution oriented and takes initiative without being prompted
This person thrives in a fast-paced environment and can demonstrate grace-under pressure
Demonstrates strong leadership and interpersonal skills to motivate the team and encourage them to work together to achieve a common goal
A Do What It Takes Team player who leads by example demonstrating how to work productively and with a positive attitude
Can handle a high volume of demand leading up to and during the event
Basic understanding of technical subjects and emerging technologies and relevance to the marketplace
Capable of producing executive level PowerPoint slides for meetings
Experience working with end-to-end event management platforms is a must.
Strong understanding of post-event metrics and their importance to the overall event success
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel Sharepoint and Project Management tools
Comfortable using Webex collaboration software as main communication tool
Ability and willingness to travel 7 days to support the event in-person in October 2026.
Required travel:TBD (strong possibility)
WebexOne 2026 set-up and execution dates Saturday October 3 Thursday
October 8. (Event is October 5-8)
Help staff Registration to check in speakers work on any needed content changes (ex speaker names headshots bios session info) based on last minute changes and support other areas of the event as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
Overall day-to-day project management of workstreams creating the workback planoverseeing timelines budget execution reporting project change notices facilitatingcollaboration and assisting with unblocking throughout the project
Coordinate lead and collaborate with workstream contributors during weeklyworkstream status update calls
Provides input on event production schedule and logistics needs to Ops Lead
Responsible for creating slides in WebexOne master walking deck to communicateplans for all workstreams
Monitors event deadlines and change
What Youll Do
Lead cross-functional Speaker Management Workstream for WebexOne 2026;responsible for all strategy planning and execution of the workstream keeping thingsorganized facilitating collaboration and assisting with unblocking throughout projects:
Manage Rainfocus Speaker Portal.
Receive training for related tools related to speaker mgt at WebexOne 2026 (Rainfocus Socio OneDrive/Office Webex etc).
Primary manager of the WebexOne speaker management processes and tools.
Orchestrate content management and updating system process and tools for all speaker types (both Cisco and external speakers).
Work with all speaker sourcing teams (ARPR Training Breakouts/Roundtables Sponsor Keynote Customer etc) and stakeholder orgs (ex: Product Marketing Customer Advocacy) to ensure speakers are approved onboarded and supported.
Track and provide regular (weekly or more) status updates on all aspects of speakers (approval agreement sent/signed logo use approved headshot/bio received and uploaded travel / hotel booked rehearsal and speaking times confirmed etc).
Ensure Rehearsals speaking sessions and other deadlines/touch points are calendared and supported.
Capture all signed speaker agreements in OneDrive folder; note any modifications (logo use live streaming limitations etc) clearly communicate and ensure any contractual obligations are carried through.
Provide communication resources and templates to ensure speakers and related parties get timely and correct information.
Coordinate speaker hotel room list with WebexOne Housing team
Ensure speakers know where to go who to meet what to wear when to be ready etc onsite.
Ensure speaker info/content is correctly uploaded/updated across all platforms (Rainfocus Socio Website Slides spreadsheets) in collaboration with Event App Manager and other stakeholders.
Ensure workstream contributors and key stakeholders are meeting the deadlines.
Ensure white glove service for executive and/or external VIP/C-suite speakers.
Work with Cisco AMEX travel coordination team to ensure they can connect withcustomers to book travel and track spend against actual.
Maintain/update key slides in various WebexOne decks that trackinvited/approved/confirmed speakers.
Create/update documentation on speaker management process and learnings.
Create post-event reports and metrics to assess speaker and session performance impact.
Ensure post-event thank you notes and other communications.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills
Texas and/or Austin TX applicants (Webex One event located in Austin TX)
Previous tech experience: Cisco Meta Google Apple Microsoft
Product Marketing
Education Bachelors Degree
Company Description About itD: We are part of a new generation of consulting and software development company that blends diversity innovation and integrity with real business results. Our structure rejects any strong hierarchy empowering us to deliver excellent results. We are a woman- and minority-led firm. Every day we challenge ourselves to be considerate fair and to re-think what great outcomes mean for our customers. This permeates down to how we approach every interaction on every project for every client. Youll thrive here if you are a dynamic self-starter a difference-maker or someone who wants to deliver great results without constraints.
The itD Digital Experience: Joining us means youll be part of our global community you have a say about your own career journey and youll get a chance to give back to causes that matter. You will experience working with Fortune 500 companies and high-performance teams across numerous industries. itD offers our employees excellent benefits such as medical dental vision life insurance paid holidays 401K matching networking & career learning and development programs. We are growing and we want to see you grow! Visit to learn more about what working at itD can mean for you.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or protected veteran status or any other legally protected basis in accordance with applicable law. itD is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or to perform the essential functions of a position please contact us at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Additional Info Dynamic environment in a culture of respect empowerment and recognition for a job well done apply today!
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