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Event Strategist Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Event Project Manager

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$66 - $71/hr

Serve as a trusted advisor to internal partners, guiding them through event strategy, options and best practices. * Collaborate with global teams to support consistency across regions while tailoring ...

This role is accountable and responsible for event strategy, event team execution and the oversight of all aspects of event delivery, including financials. The Group Director, Events will work under ...

Event Strategy: * Works with events team's Senior Leadership to define and clarify event goals and key performance indicators (KPI's) for events (e.g., registration / attendance goals, gross revenue ...

This person will determine trade and customer event and meeting strategies that support the company's strategic sales and marketing plans and help formulate the appropriate activities to meet our ...

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As the Event Sales Manager, you are responsible for generating revenue by marketing, selling, and ... Bachelor's degree in a related field What you'll get Our team members fuel our strategy, innovation ...

... strategies. Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree or equivalent in marketing a plus 1-2+ ... field events. Expertise in reviewing and negotiating contracts and collaborating with external ...

... strategies. Qualifications Requirements Bachelor's degree or equivalent in marketing a plus 1-2+ ... field events. Expertise in reviewing and negotiating contracts and collaborating with external ...

Working with the marketing team to develop and implement strategies to promote events. * Working with the creative team for promotional materials, event websites, or social media profiles. Event ...

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How much do event strategist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for event strategist in Michigan is $121,907.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $105,900.00 and $136,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an event strategist do?

An Event Strategist is responsible for planning, developing, and executing event strategies that align with a company's goals. They analyze audience needs, market trends, and business objectives to create impactful events that drive engagement and brand awareness. Their role involves budgeting, coordinating logistics, and collaborating with vendors, marketing teams, and stakeholders. By leveraging data and creativity, they ensure events deliver measurable results and a memorable experience for attendees.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an event strategist?

To thrive as an Event Strategist, you need expertise in event planning, project management, and strategic marketing, often backed by a degree in hospitality, marketing, or communications. Familiarity with event management software (like Cvent or Eventbrite), CRM systems, and analytics tools is highly valued, and certifications such as CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) can be advantageous. Strong interpersonal skills, creativity, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities are essential for success in this role. These skills enable Event Strategists to design engaging events that align with organizational goals, optimize attendee experience, and deliver measurable results.

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Infographic showing various Event Strategist job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $121,907 per year, or $58.6 per hour.

Senior Manager, Corporate Events

AAA Life Insurance Company

Livonia, MI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Overview
Why AAA Life
AAA Life is a respected and trusted American brand that has been focusing on Life Insurance and Annuity Products since 1969. At AAA Life we have over 1.8 million policies where we take pride in earning the trust of our policyholders who understand our promise to be there for them - and their families - when we're needed most. By joining the AAA Life team, you are joining a company that genuinely cares about helping each other, with a devotion to protect the lives of those around us. We embrace a diverse, equitable, inclusive culture where all associates can feel a sense of belonging and use their unique talents and perspective to influence, innovate, motivate, and thrive.
How You'll Work
Work Solution: Hybrid
Relocation Eligibility: Not Available
Responsibilities
What You'll Do
As the Senior Manager, Corporate Events, you will lead the strategy, planning, and execution of high-profile corporate events that elevate leadership engagement, strengthen organizational culture, and support enterprise business objectives. Working closely with senior executives and cross-functional partners, you will align event experiences with corporate priorities, reinforce key messaging, and enhance the associate and agent experience while driving measurable impact. Operating across both strategic and executional levels, you will shape the vision for corporate events, influence investment and engagement strategies, and oversee budgets, contracts, executive involvement, and event delivery to ensure exceptional experiences and flawless execution. This role requires strong strategic thinking, executive partnership, financial acumen, and team leadership, along with the ability to translate business goals into impactful experiences that inspire audiences and deliver meaningful outcomes across the enterprise.
Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the business, business goals, brand guidelines, communication strategy to lead the corporate communications events team with a cohesive approach that resonates with key internal and external audiences.
  • Work closely with the CMO, senior executives, and cross-functional partners to ensure events strategically support business objectives, reinforce corporate messaging, and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Hire, develop, and mentor the Events team, including performance management, career development, and succession planning. Provide coaching and regular feedback to ensure team growth and high performance.
  • Oversee event technology platforms, ensuring effective use of registration systems, attendee tracking, and engagement tools. Manage vendor relationships to optimize event technology solutions.
  • Lead comprehensive budget oversight, including purchase orders, vendor payments, and financial forecasting. Collaborate with Finance to optimize event spend and ensure cost-effectiveness.
  • Define and track event success metrics, including attendee satisfaction, engagement levels, and ROI. Use data insights to refine event strategies and enhance future outcomes.
  • Lead the planning and execution of various corporate events, including company-wide celebrations, incentive trips and strategy summits ensuring each aligns with broader strategic goals.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to determine event goals, themes, budgets and timelines.
  • Partner with key stakeholders and leadership to develop event proposals, agendas, and timelines.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including Communications, HR and Brand, to ensure cohesive event messaging and branding.
  • Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effective event planning and adherence to financial guidelines.
  • Ensure all events are delivered on time, within budget and meet high standards of quality and attendee experience.
  • Lead on-site event coordination, managing real-time issue resolution to ensure flawless execution, smooth leadership involvement, and a high-quality attendee experience.

Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, communications, marketing or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience leading large-scale corporate events, including event strategy, budget management, vendor and venue partnerships, contract negotiations, logistics, on-site execution, and collaboration with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to project manage multiple events, priorities, and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
  • Ability to travel as needed to support event planning, execution, and onsite leadership.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience using event management, registration, and attendee engagement platforms (e.g., Cvent, Splash, Bizzabo, RainFocus, Aventri, Whova, ON24, or similar) to support event planning, execution, and reporting.