Events Manager - AVP/VP

The Events Manager will plan, develop, and execute events and conferences across the Americas region for Mizuho Americas, a corporate and investment bank. This role involves coordinating end-to-end event logistics, managing budgets and calendars, liaising with internal stakeholders, and overseeing conference coordinators and vendors. The manager will also advise on sponsorships, manage speaker arrangements, and support the end-to-end management of sporting and event tickets. The position is part of the Corporate Sponsorships & Events team within Corporate Communications & Marketing.

Responsibilities

• ### Plan, develop, and execute events and conferences across the Americas’ region.
• ### Coordinate end-to-end event logistics -- site evaluation, venue selection, contract negotiation, budget approvals, hotel room blocks, invite process, attendee registration, promotional items/giveaways, booth setup, signage, shipping details, marketing materials, speaker arrangements, presentations, and on-site management and execution.
• ### Manage event calendar, budget and reporting
• ### Liaise with all relevant internal stakeholders and departments, including marketing/communications, front-office businesses, recruiting/HR, facilities and other stakeholders
• ### Communicate with business partners to ensure sufficient lead times around each event
• ### Actively manage conference coordinators, vendors, consultants and other providers
• ### Provide detailed post-event reports by conducting surveys, gathering stakeholder feedback and creating action plans around improvement following all activations
• ### Pre-production event management including coordinating speaker details, run of shows, presentations, prep calls, and more
• ### Advise businesses/stakeholders on recommended sponsorships, speaking opportunities and conference participation.
• ### Source and arrange meetings with potential speakers, thought leaders, facilitators and any other talent required to ensure a successful event and manage all communications/production details with talent or representatives throughout the process
• ### Support end-to-end management of sporting and event tickets, including allocation, inventory tracking, distribution, attendee follow-up, compliance reporting, invoicing, catering orders, and the Mizuho ticketing inbox

Requirements

• ### Meticulous attention-to-detail and highly organized
• ### Understanding of marketing strategy and planning with the ability to identify the right fit for partnerships and sponsorships
• ### Advanced knowledge of meeting and conference practices
• ### Proven ability to plan manage and execute multiple events simultaneously
• ### Knowledge of speaker selection and contract negotiation
• ### Adept project manager; impeccable time management and prioritization skills
• ### Work collaboratively in a team environment
• ### Exceptional professionalism and confidence demonstrating the ability to communicate effectively
• ### Ability to effectively engage with senior leadership and navigate a matrixed environment.
• ### Team player with collegial style; high energy, drive and enthusiasm
• ### Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), event planning/management, registration, and survey tools (Bizzabo, Cvent, etc.)
• ### Willing to support global requirements as schedule requires
• ### Willing to travel 10 – 25% for on-site event support
• ### 4-10 years’ experience in events/conference management
• ### Bachelor's degree in event management, marketing, communications or a related field.

Nice to have

• ### Financial services industry experienced preferred
• ### CMP or other events/meeting certification a plus

Benefits

• ### The expected base salary ranges from $109,000.00 - $160,000.00. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
• Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.