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Executive Event Chef

Elkins Park, PA ยท On-site

$69K - $95K/yr

Position Overview The Executive Event Chef plays a critical leadership role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences across our events division. This individual must be deeply engaged in the ...

Executive Event Chef

Elkins Park, PA ยท On-site

$69K - $95K/yr

Position Overview The Executive Event Chef plays a critical leadership role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences across our events division. This individual must be deeply engaged in the ...

Executive Event Chef

Elkins Park, PA ยท On-site

$69K - $95K/yr

Position Overview The Executive Event Chef plays a critical leadership role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences across our events division. This individual must be deeply engaged in the ...

Executive Event Chef

New York, NY ยท On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

MDV, retirement, PTO Luxury catering company seeks experienced Event Chef in NYC. Qualifications: * 5+ years of culinary leadership experience , preferably in luxury catering, fine dining, or high ...

Sales Executive, Event Solutions

Virginia, IL ยท On-site

$87K - $134K/yr

We have an opening for a Sales Executive within our Event Solutions division. Your main responsibilities will be owning the full sales cycle from lead generation to close, including lead follow-up, ...

$87K - $134K/yr

We have an opening for a Sales Executive within our Event Solutions division. Your main responsibilities will be owning the full sales cycle from lead generation to close, including lead follow-up, ...

Sales Executive, Event Solutions

VA ยท On-site +1

$87K - $134K/yr

We have an opening for a Sales Executive within our Event Solutions division. Your main responsibilities will be owning the full sales cycle from lead generation to close, including lead follow-up, ...

We are seeking an experienced Audiovisual Events Account Manager that has a passion for the AV Event industry as well as the proven ability to expand and grow business. This involves identifying new ...

Sales Executive, Event Solutions

Tysons, VA ยท On-site

$87K - $134K/yr

We have an opening for a Sales Executive within our Event Solutions division. Your main responsibilities will be owning the full sales cycle from lead generation to close, including lead follow-up, ...

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How much do executive event jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive event in the United States is $73,071.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $86,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an executive event professional?

Executive Event professionals are specialists who plan, organize, and manage high-profile events for executives, corporations, or organizations. Their responsibilities often include coordinating logistics, managing budgets, liaising with vendors, and ensuring events run smoothly from start to finish. These events can range from board meetings and conferences to corporate retreats and product launches. Executive Event professionals must possess strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills to succeed in this fast-paced field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an executive event manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Executive Event Manager, you need expertise in event planning, budget management, and vendor coordination, typically supported by a degree in hospitality, marketing, or a related field. Familiarity with event management software, project management tools, and CRM systems is often required. Outstanding communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help you manage teams and create memorable experiences for clients. These skills are crucial for ensuring seamless execution of high-profile events and maintaining client satisfaction.

What are some common challenges faced by executive event professionals when managing high-profile events, and how can they be addressed?

Executive Event professionals often encounter challenges such as coordinating complex logistics, managing tight timelines, and meeting the high expectations of stakeholders. Unexpected changes, such as last-minute guest requests or vendor issues, require quick problem-solving and adaptability. Building strong relationships with vendors, maintaining clear communication with clients and team members, and having contingency plans in place are key strategies to ensure successful event execution. Staying organized and proactive helps minimize stress and ensures a seamless experience for all attendees.

What is the difference between Executive Event vs Event Coordinator?

AspectExecutive EventEvent Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires experience in event management, possibly advanced certificationsOften requires a relevant degree or certification in event planning
Work EnvironmentHigh-level corporate or executive settings, large-scale eventsVariety of settings including corporate, social, and nonprofit events
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by corporations, executive offices, and high-profile clientsUsed across industries for planning and executing events
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for seniority, scope, and responsibilitiesCompared for day-to-day planning, logistics, and coordination tasks

While both roles involve event planning, Executive Events focus on high-level, large-scale corporate or executive functions, requiring strategic oversight and specialized experience. Event Coordinators handle a broader range of events, managing logistics and execution at various scales. The roles differ mainly in scope, complexity, and the level of responsibility.

What cities are hiring for Executive Event jobs?

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What are the most commonly searched types of Event jobs?

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What states have the most Executive Event jobs?

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Infographic showing various Executive Event job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,071 per year, or $35.1 per hour.

Executive Event Specialist

Irvine, CA โ€ข On-site

Frey Consulting Group
Recruiting and Staffing Servicesย โ€ขย 1 - 10 employees

Other

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

We are seeking an experienced Executive Event Specialist to develop and deliver high-touch experiences for executives, strategic customers, and other senior stakeholders.

In this role, you will partner closely with executives, executive sponsors, account leaders, and senior cross-functional stakeholders to define objectives, develop tailored programs, and deliver executive engagements from initial discovery through post-event follow-up. You will also develop repeatable programs-in-a-box that enable regional and account teams to execute consistent executive experiences at scale. The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional executive presence, judgment, discretion, and the ability to translate evolving business needs into polished, strategic experiences.

What You'll Do
  • Manage the onboarding and creation of a renewed speakers bureau
  • Serve as the primary event partner to executives, executive sponsors, account leaders, and senior cross-functional stakeholders from initial discovery through post-event follow-up
  • Lead upfront consultation to clarify business objectives, audience, desired outcomes, executive roles, content needs, sensitivities, and measures of success
  • Translate loosely defined or evolving requests into clear program strategies, formats, agendas, milestones, decision points, and execution plans
  • Design and deliver executive briefings, C-level roundtables, executive dinners, strategic meetings, summits, and other high-touch engagements
  • Develop executive-ready briefs, agendas, talking points, speaker and attendee profiles, briefing books, run-of-show documents, and concise status updates
  • Partner with executive offices, Sales, Customer Success, Product, Marketing, Communications, and subject-matter experts to align content and participation
  • Create scalable programs-in-a-box with clear objectives, audience guidance, templates, timelines, budgets, roles, production standards, communication tools, and measurement plans
  • Establish intake, prioritization, and governance processes that balance strategic value, executive availability, team capacity, and budget
  • Own program budgets, forecasts, scopes, contracting, vendor performance, and reconciliation while maintaining the discretion expected for executive-facing work
  • Anticipate protocol, security, privacy, accessibility, travel, and duty-of-care requirements for senior leaders and VIP participants
  • Lead onsite execution with a polished executive presence, adapting quickly to schedule changes and resolving issues without disrupting the guest experience
  • Capture outcomes, feedback, and follow-up commitments; report on program effectiveness and improve the executive engagement model over time
What You Bring
  • 5+ years of progressively responsible corporate event, executive engagement, customer marketing, or experiential marketing experience, including direct work with senior executives
  • Exceptional executive presence, judgment, discretion, and written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience developing strategic agendas, executive briefings, and high-touch experiences for senior or VIP audiences
  • Strong program management skills, including ownership of multiple concurrent engagements, complex dependencies, budgets, vendors, and approval paths
  • Ability to influence without authority, navigate competing priorities, and provide thoughtful recommendations to senior stakeholders
  • Experience building repeatable toolkits, templates, or programs-in-a-box that enable consistent execution by distributed teams
Bonus Points If You Have
  • Experience in B2B technology, enterprise software, or executive programs
  • Understanding of strategic-account engagement, customer lifecycle objectives, and executive relationship development
  • Experience partnering with executive communications, chiefs of staff, security teams, and protocol or VIP services
  • This is a highly visible temporary assignment requiring rapid trust-building with executives and immediate ownership of active engagements
  • The role requires flexibility across time zones and executive schedules, including onsite travel and occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekends
  • The individual must handle confidential customer, company, and executive information with exceptional care

TCWGlobal is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religious belief, or sexual orientation.

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