Corporate Travel & Events Specialist
InPwr Inc, Indianapolis, IN, United States
Corporate Travel & Events Specialist
InPwr, Inc. is looking for a Corporate Travel & Events Specialist. We are an award-winning electrical design-build firm headquartered in Indianapolis, IN, with offices in Denver, CO, and Los Angeles, CA. Named a 2019, 2022, and 2023 Top Places to Work, we believe in building it better, focus on complex opportunities, and taking the electrical design to the next level, with licenses in over forty states and projects across the nation.
We InPwr people through personal commitment, relentless dedication, and driving results together. Come Join our Team!
The Corporate Travel & Events Specialist owns and continuously evolves InPwr's enterprise-wide travel and events programs. This role is responsible for designing scalable, cost-effective travel strategies and delivering high-impact events that strengthen culture, engagement, and brand experience across a national workforce.
The Specialist, in partnership with the Engagement Manager, operates as a program leader driving vendor strategy, policy design, financial optimization, and end-to-end experience delivery, all while serving as a trusted advisor to leadership and internal stakeholders.
Essential Functions
Travel Program Strategy & Optimization
Event Strategy & Experience Design
Vendor & Contract Leadership
Financial Ownership & Analytics
Cross-Functional Leadership
Systems & Process Excellence
Communication and Customer Service
Technology & Tools
Microsoft Office - Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Planner, Forms, and more
Travel platforms such as Perk, My Crew Rooms, and others.
Event management platforms
Expense management platforms such as Ramp or Finvari.
Qualifications
58+ years of progressive experience in corporate travel, event strategy and management, hospitality, or related program ownership roles.
Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business, Communications, or related
Demonstrated ownership of enterprise programs (not just execution support).
Strong commercial acumen: budgeting, negotiation, and cost optimization.
Experience influencing stakeholders and operating cross-functionally.
Proven ability to translate business objectives into scalable programs and experiences.
High level of judgment, discretion, and problem-solving in dynamic environments.
Occasional ability to travel and support events during non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
Core Competencies
Program ownership & continuous improvement
Business & financial acumen
Vendor & negotiation expertise
Event & experience design
Stakeholder influence & communication
Operational excellence & execution
Technology & systems orientation
Service mindset & responsiveness
Working/ Environment/ Physical Demands to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is a stationary position that requires frequent sitting or standing, repetitive wrist motions, grasping, speaking, listening, close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, work in warehouse and occasional job site environments and regularly use computers and handheld devices . Employees in this position must be physically able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the position.
EEO, Drug Free Workplace
Safety has always been our priority. Along with the usual protocols to protect our workforce, vendors, and business partners, we've implemented additional safety standards, specifically in response to minimizing the possibility of transmission of the COVID-19 virus. Along with CDC recommended guidelines associated with hand-sanitization and safe-distancing, we've established procedures to reduce exposure and susceptibility. These include providing personnel with appropriate PPE, limiting non-essential foot traffic, added cleaning protocols, and encouraging open lines of communication for feedback, questions, and concerns. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and drug screening. Smoke-free workplace. Drug-free work environment according to Federal Law.
InPwr Inc is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status. Our hiring process includes drug & alcohol screening, E-verify, driving record, and background check. InPwr Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
InPwr, Inc. is looking for a Corporate Travel & Events Specialist. We are an award-winning electrical design-build firm headquartered in Indianapolis, IN, with offices in Denver, CO, and Los Angeles, CA. Named a 2019, 2022, and 2023 Top Places to Work, we believe in building it better, focus on complex opportunities, and taking the electrical design to the next level, with licenses in over forty states and projects across the nation.
We InPwr people through personal commitment, relentless dedication, and driving results together. Come Join our Team!
The Corporate Travel & Events Specialist owns and continuously evolves InPwr's enterprise-wide travel and events programs. This role is responsible for designing scalable, cost-effective travel strategies and delivering high-impact events that strengthen culture, engagement, and brand experience across a national workforce.
The Specialist, in partnership with the Engagement Manager, operates as a program leader driving vendor strategy, policy design, financial optimization, and end-to-end experience delivery, all while serving as a trusted advisor to leadership and internal stakeholders.
Essential Functions
Travel Program Strategy & Optimization
Event Strategy & Experience Design
Vendor & Contract Leadership
Financial Ownership & Analytics
Cross-Functional Leadership
Systems & Process Excellence
Communication and Customer Service
Technology & Tools
Microsoft Office - Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Planner, Forms, and more
Travel platforms such as Perk, My Crew Rooms, and others.
Event management platforms
Expense management platforms such as Ramp or Finvari.
Qualifications
58+ years of progressive experience in corporate travel, event strategy and management, hospitality, or related program ownership roles.
Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business, Communications, or related
Demonstrated ownership of enterprise programs (not just execution support).
Strong commercial acumen: budgeting, negotiation, and cost optimization.
Experience influencing stakeholders and operating cross-functionally.
Proven ability to translate business objectives into scalable programs and experiences.
High level of judgment, discretion, and problem-solving in dynamic environments.
Occasional ability to travel and support events during non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
Core Competencies
Program ownership & continuous improvement
Business & financial acumen
Vendor & negotiation expertise
Event & experience design
Stakeholder influence & communication
Operational excellence & execution
Technology & systems orientation
Service mindset & responsiveness
Working/ Environment/ Physical Demands to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is a stationary position that requires frequent sitting or standing, repetitive wrist motions, grasping, speaking, listening, close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, work in warehouse and occasional job site environments and regularly use computers and handheld devices . Employees in this position must be physically able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the position.
EEO, Drug Free Workplace
Safety has always been our priority. Along with the usual protocols to protect our workforce, vendors, and business partners, we've implemented additional safety standards, specifically in response to minimizing the possibility of transmission of the COVID-19 virus. Along with CDC recommended guidelines associated with hand-sanitization and safe-distancing, we've established procedures to reduce exposure and susceptibility. These include providing personnel with appropriate PPE, limiting non-essential foot traffic, added cleaning protocols, and encouraging open lines of communication for feedback, questions, and concerns. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and drug screening. Smoke-free workplace. Drug-free work environment according to Federal Law.
InPwr Inc is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status. Our hiring process includes drug & alcohol screening, E-verify, driving record, and background check. InPwr Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.