Event Manager

The Event Manager at DLP Capital is responsible for planning, executing, and managing large-scale events, multi-program events and single day events. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong operational focus who can handle all aspects of event management, from budgeting and logistics to vendor coordination and on-site execution. The Event Manager will report to the Sr. Event Manager and collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure that all events align with DLP Capital's goals and deliver exceptional experiences for attendees.

What you have already achieved: (Requirements)

• 3+ years experience in event management
• A proven track record of executing events on time and on budget
• Proficiency in Google Suite of Business Products
• The ability to creatively problem solve
• The ability to travel regularly
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

What you are great at: (Responsibilities) 

• Collaborate with the Senior Director of Marketing, project managers, and the marketing team to ensure that all aspects of event planning and execution are coordinated and aligned with overall marketing goals.
• Implement and keep an updated comprehensive events calendar, with all upcoming events scheduled and documented.
• Develop, implement, and constantly update event checklists and processes to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Manage all event logistics, including venue selection, food and beverage, audiovisual (AV) setup, transportation, accommodations, and on-site event management for all multi-program events.
• Oversee large production stages and AV setups for major events, ensuring seamless execution and high-quality presentations.
• Collaborate with business leaders, speakers, and talent to manage last-minute changes and adjustments during events.
• Ensure that all you adhere to established processes, timelines, and budget constraints, maintaining consistency and high standards across all events.
• Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring that all events stay within financial constraints while maximizing return on investment (ROI).
• Review and approve all event-related expenses, ensuring alignment with budgeted amounts. Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising the quality and effectiveness of events.
• Ensure that all events are fully documented and tracked in the project management system (Monday.com).
• Lead the hiring and coordination of external vendors, including AV providers, caterers, transportation services, and accommodations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal business partners, including food services, conference services, security, and facilities teams.
• Create and implement event checklists and processes to improve consistency, efficiency, and attendee satisfaction across all events.
• Develop and implement a feedback and improvement process, using attendee feedback to refine and enhance future events.
• Work with Leadership to set attendance targets for all events, working closely with marketing and communications teams to drive registration and attendance.
• Coordinate post-event actions, including working with communications teams to publicize event outcomes and with multimedia teams to complete video edits.
• Provide detailed reports on event performance, including attendee feedback, budget adherence, and areas for improvement.
• Maintain and update the events calendar, ensuring that all events are scheduled and planned well in advance.

What you’re motivated by: 

• Making an impact. Whether it's the residents who call our Thriving Communities home, the investors who trust us to be stewards of their capital,  or the sponsors we work with to 10x their business, everything we do is about making an impact. 
• Challenges. You see roadblocks as opportunities and are proactive in finding solutions. 
• Growth. We’ve been named to the Inc. 5000 as one of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America for thirteen consecutive years. 

Who We Are

What We Do In One Sentence:

We finance the building of Thriving Communities. 

Our Mission:

We are changing the nation through the building of Thriving Communities. We are the leader in funding the building of Thriving Communities centered in safe, attainable housing. 

Our Purpose:

To passionately make an extraordinary impact by transforming lives and building Thriving Communities. 

Our Big, Hairy, Audacious Goal (BHAG):

To positively impact and transform 10 million lives by funding the building of 5,000 Thriving Communities, becoming one of America’s 100 largest private companies.

Our Culture:

• We work hard, marching towards ambitious goals driven by a purpose that’s bigger than ourselves. 
• We are impact-driven, seeking to make a difference not just on the affordable housing crisis but also in the lives of our employees, investors, and partners. 
• We are disciplined, following our exclusive Elite Execution System to develop personally and professionally. 
• We strive to Live Fully, finding fulfillment in all areas of our lives.

Our Core Values:

Driven For Greatness: We are driven by the pursuit of knowledge and the paramount importance of a growth mindset, cultivating greatness both personally and professionally.

Living Fully: We prioritize living fully with a dedication to achieving optimal health in all aspects of life: faith, family, friends, freedom, fun , fulfillment, fitness, and finance.

We are intentional with our time, integrating the 8fs of our life to achieve our goals & God’s goals.

Grit: We have the endurance and unshakable commitment necessary to achieve our visionary long-term goals.

Community: We elevate the greater good over individual interests, magnifying our impact and cultivating thriving relationships with investors, sponsors, residents, and our colleagues.

Authenticity: We are true to ourselves and others, steadfast in our beliefs and values. We hold ourselves and others accountable, fostering open dialogue to propel growth.

Prepared to Win: We apply discipline to our thoughts and our actions, which leads us to put forth consistent effort and commitment doing the important proactive work despite the urgent priorities we face each day. We plan to win, and are prepared for volatility and challenges.

Kingdom Impact: We share God's love and transformative power through our labor, serving everyone in God’s likeness. The world will know God more through our work and how we do it.

Twenty-Mile March: We march towards clear, well-defined goals and objectives with unwavering focus, constantly evaluating our performance and course correcting as needed.

Stewardship: We are guided by our commitments to those who trust us with their capital, their communities, and their careers.

Servant Leadership: We lead with high standards & deep devotion. We display as humble confidence as we build deep relationships and trust. We show the way through the forest, empowering growth, accountability, and a founder’s mentality, with team members regularly asking “What else can I do to achieve the desired results?”

Benefits and Perks:

Unlimited PTO, health/dental/vision/life insurance, 401(k) matching, parental leave, adoption services reimbursement/learning/educational incentives, Volunteer Time Off, well-being programs, company events, self improvement/productivity tools, & the incredible feeling of making a difference.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

DLP is a committed Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require assistance in searching for a position or submitting an application, please contact HR at hr@dlpcapital.com. Offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment background verification (including E-Verify). California applicants can view our California Data Privacy Policy here.

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