Event Manager

Position Summary:

As the Event Manager at Olly Olly Market, you will be responsible for identifying, attracting, and securing event and catering bookings that drive revenue and achieve sales targets. This role seeks an optimistic, driven, and dedicated person who enjoys driving growth by identifying strategic opportunities and building relationships with potential clients, is skilled at multitasking, and committed to consistently meeting goals.

This role works collaboratively with the events and venue teams and must embody 16 On Center’s “hospit-totally” spirit and can-do attitude. The Event Manager is responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies, establishing and nurturing client relationships, and ensuring a seamless planning process from inquiry through execution.

Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Sales and Revenue Generation
Proactively identify and qualify potential leads to build a robust sales pipeline
Develop and implement effective sales strategies to meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets
Negotiate pricing, contracts and packages to secure event booking
Track and report on progress toward revenue goals, upsells, and repeat business
Marketing and Promotion
Create and execute marketing strategies and promotional materials to attract prospective clients
Present and implement annual marketing plans to grow top-line revenue
Leverage digital marketing, social media, and advertising to raise awareness and generate leads
Represent the portfolio of venues at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities
Client Relationship Management
Build and maintain long-term client relationships, serving as a trusted partner throughout the planning process
Deliver excellent customer service and proactive communication from inquiry to post-event follow-up
Work cross-functionally with culinary, beverage, operations, and marketing teams to ensure seamless event delivery
Event & Catering Operations
Lead client site visits and serve as primary point of contact for on-site needs during event execution and for catering orders
Collaborate with internal teams to align logistics, staffing, and client expectations
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as dictated by event schedule
Financial Management
Prepare event budgets and design proposal for clients
Monitor costs, margins, and profitability to achieve financial goals
Market Research
Stay current with industry trends, competitors and emerging marketing opportunities
Use market insights to tailor offerings and remain competitive
Reporting
Generate regular reports on sales performance, revenue collected and client feedback
Present data-driven recommendations to Leadership

Requirements
About You:

4-6 years of experience in sales, business development, or event planning
Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, hospitality, or related field preferred
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Strong knowledge of event industry trends, pricing strategies, and best practices
Proficiency with Tripleseat, Creative Suite, Canva, Microsoft Office, and Social Tables
Strong organizational and project management skills
Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities
Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Ability to stand and move for extended periods during events, and to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation