Best Version Media is hiring: Event Manager in Brookfield

Overview:

Best Version Media was founded in 2007 and now serves over 1,300 communities across the U.S. and Canada. We connect local businesses to customers with a suite of innovative print and digital solutions. Our print magazines, powered by our advertisers and readers, are tailored to the communities we serve by showcasing local families, nonprofits, events, and more. Our digital advertising works with our print campaigns to build brand awareness and help businesses expand their online reach with local customers. We also offer convenient tools to help businesses manage their online presence and enhance searchability.

Our vision is to unite the hearts and minds of communities – one person, one home, one business at a time. We value family, teamwork, and an open exchange of ideas as we strive to become the best versions of ourselves. Our award-winning culture has been recognized countless times by organizations like Fortune, Glassdoor, Great Place to Work, and more.

Summary:

Are you a master orchestrator of high-impact events? Do you thrive on creating unforgettable experiences that motivate, recognize, and inspire top-tier professionals?

We're looking for an experienced, visionary Event Manager to take the lead on planning and executing our most critical Sales events, including national meetings, leadership conferences, and exciting incentive programs across the U.S., Canada, and international venues.

The Event Manager oversees all aspects of event strategy, logistics, budgeting, day-to-day management of the event coordinator team and vendor management while partnering closely with Sales Leadership, Training, and other internal departments to ensure each event aligns with company goals and drives sales culture and performance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead strategy, planning, and execution of in-person and virtual Sales events that drive engagement, recognition, and results.
• Partner with Sales Leadership to define event goals, themes, and content that reinforce company priorities and motivate the field.
• Manage event budgets, timelines, and key deliverables from concept through post-event evaluation.
• Research, source, negotiate, and contract with hotels, venues, and vendors to ensure quality, consistency and cost-effectiveness.
• Oversee event communications, including invitations, registration, logistics guides, and on-site materials.
• Manage production and technology components such as audiovisual, stage design, and virtual platforms.
• Travel required up to 8 times per year, including some evenings and weekends for event support.

Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 4+ years of professional experience in event planning or management, preferably in a sales-driven organization
• Proficiency with Google Suite and virtual event platforms (e.g., Zoom)

What will make you stand out:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, or Hospitality Management
• 5+ years of event management experience in a corporate or sales environment; experience with incentive travel or large-scale conferences
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Monday.com) and CRM or registration systems

If you are a driven leader with a passion for excellence and a track record of delivering successful, high-stakes events, we want to hear from you! Apply now and help us inspire our sales organization to reach new heights.

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