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DIRECTOR OF EVENTS
Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce
Fulltime
Remote // Excelsior, MN
Event Management
Deadline to Apply: February 14, 2021

Role Description
We are looking for an inspiring leader capable of operating multifaceted community events with the responsibilities for production, revenue, vendor relations, people, and ultimately the guest experience.
 
Event Director will complete the services within the approved event budget. They acknowledge his/her obligation to maintain the high standards associated with the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce.
This position is fulltime and currently located remote, though when the time comes this position will be located in Excelsior, Minnesota.
 
What You Will Be Accountable For…

• Design, install, and produce event experiences from start to end.
• Be active in the community and develop meaningful business relationships to help with growth, brand development, permitting, sponsorship and sales.
• Work within a small and lean organization efficiently and effectively. This position provides autonomy and influence in all aspects of the event.  

• Complete responsibility for both the revenue and cost sides of P&L.  

• Recruit and train a high performing committee and volunteer teams able to drive business results and deliver a world-class customer experience.
• Lead all planning meetings and committee meetings.
• Oversee day-of event operations.

• Management of event vendors and partners.
• Assist with recruiting sponsors for each event.
• Oversee event follow-up and closure cycle.
• Fulfill sponsorship marketing requirements including social media, print marketing, and website updates.
• General Administration
  • Answer calls
  • Mail
  • Networking
  • Customer relations
  • Community participation

 
Events You Will Be Accountable For…

• Luck o’ the Lake
  • 1 Day, March
  • St Patrick’s Day Run + Street Festival
• Art on the Lake
  • 2 Days, June
  • Fine Art Fair
• Lake Minnetonka 4th of July
  • 1 Day, July 4th
  • Compilation of events starting with a race and ending with evening fireworks
• Crazy Days
  • 4 Days, July
  • Sales Event + Street Festival
• Apple Day
  • 1 Day, September
  • Street Fair + Seasonal Celebration
• Halloween in Excelsior
  • Saturday closest to Halloween
  • Games and festivities related to Halloween
• Small Business Saturday
  • Saturday after Thanksgiving
• Christmas in Excelsior
  • Saturdays in December
  • Tree lighting, Santa, and seasonal celebrations

 
What You Bring to The Team…

• You are creative and incredibly organized. You love being an individual contributor and getting to set the direction and following through. You identify as a self-starter. 
• You have a curious and innovative mindset.
• You are an inspirational leader focused on a guest driven experience and business growth.
• You have an understanding of high-volume service and hospitality with complex operations.
• You have strong business skills in the areas of sales, marketing and P&L management.
• You have or want to further develop relationships in the local community that will attract top talent and business opportunities.
• You pride yourself on your excellent interpersonal communication skills with a strong orientation towards relationship building.
• You demonstrate flexibility and creative problem-solving skills daily.
• You consider yourself a team player and welcome feedback and growth opportunities.

• Required:
  • 10+ years of experience with large-scale events.
  • Able to attend all events day-of, including the 4th of July
  • Attend all board of director meetings, the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 5:30-8 p.m.
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Preferred:
  • B2B event experience.
  • Background in marketing an event on social media platforms, websites, email, and print.

Salary: $60,000-70,000 - Depending on Experience



To Apply: Email membership@excelsior-lakeminnetonkachamber.com with both your resume and cover letter. Subject line must include "Event Director Application".