US Business Events Manager
The people here at Apple don't just create products - they create the kind of wonder that's revolutionized entire industries! It's the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it! Apple's Sales organization generates the revenue needed to fuel our ongoing development of products and services. This in turn, enriches the lives of hundreds of millions of people around the world. We are, in many ways, the face of Apple to our largest customers. You are responsible for developing and leading events strategy and effective execution of events for the US Business Organization. The successful candidate will play a critical part in the successful execution of events for business partners, customers, and our carrier partners. This position requires expert-level event management skills, the ability to produce an event from end to end, creative problem-solving, and the ability to influence others and collaborate with both internal teams and external partners to deliver impactful events.
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Description
- Develop and lead a robust and well-balanced enterprise events strategy to drive growth and key business priorities through customer, partner, and industry events. - Lead the strategy, planning, and execution of US business events, including in-person and virtual events, and all related customer experiences. - Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, sales, and executive leadership to align event goals with business objectives. - Run end-to-end production, vendor relations, budgets, and timelines to ensure exceptional event delivery, including using events project management tools. - Evaluate event performance through post-event analysis and implement improvements in production workflows. KEY DELIVERABLES - Tailor comprehensive event strategies and execution plans to meet business goals and objectives.. - Effectively use all events-related systems and tools to set up and deliver events, including registration, invitation, and any related virtual event meeting systems. - Detailed implement large-scale events, on time and within budget. - Generate detailed post-event reports with metrics on return on investment, engagement, and lead generation. - Maintain strong vendor relationships and streamlined processes for repeatable success. - Ensure delivery of event content, experiences, and environments that align with brand standards.
Minimum Qualifications
- 5+ years of leadership experience in a B2B organization, setting vision and purpose for the organization and influencing in a matrix environment.
- 8-10 years of experience in enterprise or B2B event management, preferably in a tech or professional services environment.
- Demonstrated success in leading complex, high-impact events with global reach.
- Experience working cross-functionally and influencing senior partners.
- Familiarity with both in-person and virtual/hybrid event formats.
- Background in leading multimillion-dollar event budgets and vendor contracts.
- Outstanding project management and interpersonal skills, with attention to detail.
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities, including executive presence.
- Proficiency in event management tools, CRM platforms, and virtual/hybrid technologies.
- Ability to lead multiple high-profile events simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Critical thinking combined with creative problem-solving.
Preferred Qualifications
- You enjoy a collaborative environment with open dialogue and debate.
- The ability to adapt to change and find the right path without necessarily having all of the pieces to the puzzle.
- You make the complex simple and you command an audience by brining the along for the journey.
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $182,500 and $274,800, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .
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