Director of Events and Management Education

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established membership-based organization supporting professionals within the construction and building industry. They are known for delivering high-impact events, professional development programming, and industry advocacy. This is a collaborative, small-team environment that values individuals who are hands-on, proactive, and passionate about creating meaningful member experiences.

Job Description

Addison Group is hiring on behalf of our client for a Director of Events and Management Education. This individual will lead the planning and execution of a diverse portfolio of events and educational programming while driving non-dues revenue initiatives. This role blends strategic oversight with hands-on execution and requires someone comfortable operating in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in event strategy, program development, and stakeholder engagement, along with the ability to manage logistics, budgets, and partnerships effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end execution of events and educational programs, including planning, logistics, vendor coordination, and post-event analysis
• Oversee a calendar of approximately 10–12 annual events, including large-scale programs and smaller networking or training sessions
• Develop and manage budgets, track financial performance, and identify opportunities to maximize revenue and cost efficiency
• Create and execute engaging professional development offerings such as workshops, webinars, and industry trainings
• Collaborate with internal teams, members, and committees to align programming with industry needs and organizational goals
• Manage venue sourcing, contract negotiation, catering, and all event-related logistics
• Support marketing efforts by contributing to promotional strategies and maintaining visibility across digital platforms
• Supervise and mentor a junior events team member, providing guidance and support in execution
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors, sponsors, and stakeholders to enhance event quality and engagement
• Track attendance, engagement metrics, and feedback to continuously improve programming

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Full Cycle Event Management within a trade association or membership organization
• Experience managing at least one direct report highly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Proven ability to manage multiple events and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and forecasting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and event registration or database systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in a small team, “all hands on deck” environment
• Comfortable interfacing with members, vendors, and leadership in a professional setting

Additional Details

• Opportunity to oversee both events and educational programming initiatives
• High visibility role with direct interaction with leadership and membership base
• Team size: small, collaborative environment with approximately 10–15 employees
• Direct report: Events & Meetings Specialist

Perks

• Generous paid time off package and company holidays
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Professional development and industry exposure opportunities
• Collaborative team culture with strong leadership support