Corporate Events and Meetings Manager

VISIT FLORIDA shares Florida sunshine with the world. As the state’s official tourism marketing organization, we have been charged with selling an extraordinary vacation product since 1996. We are seeking a dynamic Corporate Events and Meetings Manager to join our operations team.

This role will lead the strategy for our premier industry gatherings and manage the end-to-end planning, implementation, and fiscal oversight of our corporate events and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) efforts.

This position offers a remote work option within Florida, though we highly prefer candidates located in our corporate office in Tallahassee, FL.

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead project management for the creation, recommendation, and implementation of an effective marketing plan and strategy for VISIT FLORIDA's corporate events and MICE marketing efforts.
• Plan, manage, and execute end-to-end logistics for high profile meetings and events, including Florida's Governor's Conference on Tourism, Florida Huddle & Encounter, and the Board of Directors' meetings; ensure seamless delivery aligned with goals and stakeholder expectations.
• Oversee all aspects of event operations and procurement, including site selection, contract negotiation, budget management, food and beverage, registration systems, and speaker coordination; direct on-site execution to ensure exceptional attendee experience.
• Manage VISIT FLORIDA's Cover Your Event Insurance, working closely with broker and Chief Operating Officer on execution on program rules and benefits.
• Manage key events and shows, such as IMEX America, coordinating stand builds, logistics, and recruitment of supplier partners and planners.
• Attend trade shows, conferences, and other events to represent VISIT FLORIDA, expanding sales and industry knowledge while targeting businesses within the meetings market.
• Conduct post-event surveys to measure ROI and analyze program effectiveness.
• Develop and recommend budgets for all assigned meetings and events, monitoring them to ensure fiscal responsibility.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in tourism, hospitality, management, marketing, communications or related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience, including experience managing and executing large scale events.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with demonstrated ability to prioritize workload, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to stakeholders and represent VISIT FLORIDA at various industry meetings, events, and conferences.
• Must be able to meet physical requirements of position including, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, crouching, stooping, kneeling, and handling.
• Position requires some travel. Valid driver's license and insurance is required.

Why Join Us?

We offer more than just a job; we offer a chance to make a real impact. You'll be part of a knowledgeable, passionate, and fun team that truly loves what we do. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with a generous employer match
• Paid time off, including vacation, company holidays, and volunteer hours
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement

Ready to share Florida sunshine with the world? Apply here: https://www.visitflorida.org/careers.

The application deadline for this role is Wednesday, April 29th.

VISIT FLORIDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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