Senior Director of Events and Tradeshows - Remote

Overview

The Senior Director of Events is responsible for overseeing the strategic planning, execution, and optimization of PLTW’s customer events and tradeshows, ensuring impactful brand representation and measurable ROI, with a clear focus on customer centricity. This role leads a team responsible for supporting strategic event initiatives and serves as business owner for assigned events, partnering with cross-functional teams to improve and implement processes and tools that create an excellent participant experience and support event delivery. Frequent travel required.

In Short

• Develop and lead a high-performing Event Experience team.
• Design and own the comprehensive event strategy.
• Take ownership of PLTW’s tradeshow program.
• Collaborate with marketing and creative teams.
• Oversee execution of key customer-facing events.
• Manage site selection and venue negotiations.
• Serve as lead onsite event director.
• Lead vendor procurement and contract management.
• Manage the full event budget.
• Drive adoption of event technology platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Marketing or related field.
• Experience coaching and leading teams.
• A customer-centric approach.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Metrics-driven and analytical mindset.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to take initiative and be proactive.
• Ability to present complex information clearly.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead a dynamic team.
• Engagement in strategic event initiatives.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working environment.