As the Senior Manager of Meetings and Events, you will manage and oversee all company meetings and events, inclusive ofvirtual and in person that impact the entire field organization. You are responsible for setting strategic objectives, developing event plans, content development, allocating resources, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Additionally, you will provide guidance, leadership, and support to the Project Manager and other team members, ensuring high-qualit... more details
About Old Navy
Forget what you know about old-school industry rules. When you work at Old Navy, you’re choosing a different path. From day one, we’ve been on a mission to democratize fashion and make shopping fun again. Our teams make style accessible to everyone, creating high-quality, must-have fashion essentials for the whole family, with love, season after season.
We opened our first store in 1994 in San Francisco and have been on a roll ever since. We cultivate a community of playful personalities that thrive in a fast-paced environment where our employees can be their most authentic selves. Here, we’re family.
About the Role
As the Senior Manager of Meetings and Events, you will manage and oversee all company meetings and events, inclusive ofvirtual and in person that impact the entire field organization. You are responsible for setting strategic objectives, developing event plans, content development, allocating resources, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Additionally, you will provide guidance, leadership, and support to the Project Manager and other team members, ensuring high-quality execution of all events and meetings. Strong leadership, communication, organization, and project managementskills are essential to influence and be successful in role.
What You'll Do
Develop and manage event budgets, and oversee logistics such as venue selection, content development, catering, and audiovisual equipment.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand event objectives and requirements, and ensure meetings align with organizational goals and track to budget.
Sound industry knowledge trends and best practices in event management, and continuously seek opportunities to enhance the quality and impact of meetings.
Act as the main point of contact for meeting contributors, exhibitors, and attendees, and provide exceptional customer service throughout the event planning process.
Provide coaching and feedback on meeting content to ensure storytelling and red thread is consistent throughout the meeting.
Evaluate event success and effectiveness through post-event analysis and feedback and make recommendations for improvement.
Manage crisis situations and resolve any issues that may arise during events, ensuring minimal disruption to attendees and stakeholders.
Ability to assess complex situations and analyze data to make judgements and recommend solutions.
Analyze data after each event to synthesize results and implement feedback.
Lead a team of event support staff to ensure flawless event execution.
Who You Are
Experienced in managing multiple tasks and projects, prioritizing, and adapting appropriately to meet all target dates.
Proven track record of events planning, managing projects, timelines, and deliverables with a high degree of attention to detail.
Proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Experience leading large program management efforts including establishing effective governance structures, cross functional coordination, and executive stakeholder management and reporting.
Comfortable dealing with ambiguity in a dynamic business landscape.
Able to manage multiple tasks and projects, prioritize, and adapt to a changing environment.
Strong relationship building skills and experience working closely with senior executives and cross functional partners to influence strategic agendas and operationalize key strategic initiatives.
Strong critical thinking and business curiosity, including strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to work with complex and detailed data to drive insights and decisions.
Excellent written, verbal, and advisory skills, including speechwriting experience; proven track record of delivering exceptional written work.
Flexible to workdays, nights, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of business; able to travel overnight as required.
Benefits at Old Navy
Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.*
Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.*
Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.*
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