Event Planner

Responsible for key roles in planning, coordination and execution of high level events with high profile clients. Independently coordinate and execute smaller programs 10 – 50 attendees with minimal supervision. Seeking an energetic individual who understands meeting and event planning logistics, the importance of providing exceptional client service, thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and expects excellence out of themselves and those around them.

• Assist with the coordination of 1-1 meetings for conferences, which includes scheduling and inputting over 8,000 1-1 meetings annually for Capital Markets Conferences.
• Assist with the coordination of larger events, including meeting logistics, blocking meeting space, room set-up, menus, audio visual, participant travel and reviewing banquet event orders.
• Prepare & distribute multiple registration reports for events, i.e. attendance, rooming lists, travel manifests & activity manifests.
• Create & maintain the conference website at www.bairdconferences.com.
• Work with Director of Corporate Events and Senior Event Planners on meeting logistics management & travel logistics for multiple types of events with various business units within Baird.
• Work with marketing and internal clients to prepare communication materials for various events, including invitations, brochures, signage, etc. Independently coordinate smaller events, 10 – 50 attendees from conception to completion, including venue recommendation, correspondence, registration system, follow up materials and on-site details.
• Create cost proposals/budgets and recaps for conferences and special events.
• Research, analyze and prepare suggested venues for various events around the country, i.e. golf courses, restaurants, hotels & private venues based on the details of the program, number of attendees, type of event and desired outcome.
• Responsible for proofing conference and special event marketing materials which includes announcements, invitations, signs and event programs.
• Work with travel department to determine air and ground transportation needs for programs.
• Develop and maintain positive professional relationships with vendors and internal clients through excellent written and verbal communications.
• Responsible for additional projects as assigned by Director of Corporate Events.

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or Communications. 3+ years in meeting planning preferred. Financial Industry experience preferred.
• Exceptional computer skills including Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook. Experience using mail merges, creating graphics and utilizing databases is required. Ability to learn specific industry software.
• Excellent grammar, editing and proofing skills required. Attention to detail a must.
• Ability to tolerate peak workloads, multiple assignments and produce results with accuracy and reliability while demonstrating a calm demeanor in stressful situations.
• Strong commitment to provide exceptional customer service.
• Excellent organizational skills – ability to prioritize daily workflow to effectively meet deadlines.
• Self-starter – ability to work independently in a fast-paced team environment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to travel approximately 20% - possibly up to one week at a time.

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