Events Manager

The Events Manager at Giga Energy will own and execute the in-person event strategy, planning everything from tradeshows to custom on-site customer activations. This includes managing logistics, booth designs, and ensuring all events drive pipeline and brand awareness effectively.

To qualify for the Events Manager position at Giga Energy, candidates should possess at least 5 years of experience in managing B2B events, preferably in a technical or industrial setting. A strong ability to manage complex logistics, a strategic mindset focused on pipeline building, and exceptional organizational skills are also key.

The Events Manager will work closely with both sales and marketing teams at Giga Energy to align events with targeted account strategies. The collaboration ensures that every event not only amplifies brand visibility but also contributes directly to lead generation and conversion metrics.

Ideal candidates for the Events Manager role at Giga Energy should have excellent organizational skills, a talent for logistics management, and a strategic approach to event planning. Additionally, comfort in collaborating cross-functionally and easing various moving parts will contribute to success in this fast-paced role.

Giga Energy provides an attractive benefits package for the Events Manager position, including subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance, equity in a growing startup, unlimited PTO, and a 401K company match of 4%.

When answering this question, focus on specific events you've managed, the logistics involved, and how you contributed to the event's success. Highlight any challenges you faced and how you overcame them, demonstrating your skills and strategic approach.

Discuss key performance indicators such as attendee engagement, lead conversion rates, and overall ROI. Provide examples of how you've tracked these metrics in the past to illustrate your analytical thinking.

Outline your process for event planning, from the initial brainstorming phase all the way through to post-event follow-up. Mention budgeting, logistics, marketing strategies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams as part of your approach.

Provide concrete examples where your collaboration has led to successful events or campaigns. Talk about the communication methods you used and how you aligned goals effectively between teams.

Mention specific tools you are familiar with, such as CRM systems, event management software, and lead capture technologies. Discuss how these tools have helped streamline the processes and improve efficiency in your past roles.

Showcase your problem-solving skills by sharing anecdotes of times when you had to pivot quickly. Highlight your flexibility, critical thinking, and ability to remain calm under pressure.

Research and provide insights on industry trends and customer preferences. Discuss how you would integrate innovative ideas into the event planning process to maximize brand awareness.

Detail the goals of the event, your specific role, the approach you took, and the results that followed. Highlight how this success contributed to business outcomes or relationship-building.

Explain your time management strategies, such as creating checklists, delegating tasks, and leveraging project management tools to ensure nothing gets overlooked and deadlines are met.

Discuss your strategies for maintaining budget oversight, finding cost-effective solutions, and ensuring that all spending aligns with overall event objectives and desired outcomes.