Director of Marketing and Events
Why Us?
With a mantra of Empowering Human Potential, Hanger, Inc. is the world's premier provider of orthotic and prosthetic (O&P) services and products, offering the most advanced O&P solutions, clinically differentiated programs and unsurpassed customer service. Hanger's Patient Care segment is the largest owner and operator of O&P patient care clinics nationwide. Through its Products & Services segment, Hanger distributes branded and private label O&P devices, products and components, and provides rehabilitative solutions to the broader market. With 160 years of clinical excellence and innovation, Hanger's vision is to lead the orthotic and prosthetic markets by providing superior patient care, outcomes, services and value. Collectively, Hanger employees touch thousands of lives each day, helping people achieve new levels of mobility and freedom.
Could This Be For You?
The Director of Marketing & Events is a senior leadership role within the Marketing team. Reporting directly to the CMO and based in Austin, TX, this director-level position plays a critical role in shaping how Hanger shows up in the market, to drive brand awareness, deepen partner relationships, and deliver world-class experiences that advance business objectives. The ideal candidate is a seasoned, strategic leader who brings executive presence, strong commercial acumen, and a hands-on approach to delivering at scale.
Your Impact
Lead a cross-functional team assembled for Hanger LIVE, driving end-to-end execution through clear ownership, accountability, and leadership across workstreams
Set the overarching vision and multi-year strategy for Hanger LIVE and the Global Partners Summit, aligned to Hanger's brand and growth objectives
Lead all phases of event delivery, from strategic planning and budget ownership through to on-site execution and post-event analysis
Create and lead operating mechanisms to drive ongoing progress for Global Partners Summit Communications
Champion compelling, on-brand storytelling across all event touchpoints, from promotional campaigns and digital content to keynote messaging and partner briefings
Partner Engagement
Serve as a senior relationship owner for Hanger's global partner network, cultivating meaningful partnerships that extend beyond individual events
Define and lead a partner engagement strategy that maximizes participation, satisfaction, and long-term value from both Hanger LIVE and the Global Partners Summit
Oversee the full partner journey from onboarding and briefings through to post-event follow-up and ongoing relationship management
Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Lead and develop a team of four National Events Specialists, providing strategic direction, day-to-day guidance, and ongoing coaching to drive performance and professional growth
Collaborate with Marketing and Communications leaders to integrate events into broader marketing and product strategies, ensuring events reinforce go-to-market priorities and amplify campaign impact
Contribute to broader marketing planning and brand strategy
Build strong cross-functional relationships to ensure event programming is aligned with business needs
Manage and oversee external agencies, production partners, and vendors to deliver high-quality outcomes within budget
Minimum Qualifications
8–12 years of progressive experience in marketing and communications with responsibility in event strategy and execution — with at least 3 years in a senior or director-level role
Demonstrated success leading large-scale, global or flagship events with significant business impact
Experience operating at an executive level, including presenting to and partnering with C-suite stakeholders
Background in B2B, enterprise, or partner-led environments strongly preferred
Must have, or be eligible to obtain, a valid driver’s license and driving record within the standards outlined within Hanger’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy and Procedures
Additional Success Factors
Establishes and assures adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements
Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of the company
Participates in corporate development of methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for projects, programs, and people
Serves as a strategic partner to the CMO, contributing to broader marketing planning and brand strategy
Manages and oversees external agencies, production partners, and vendors to deliver high-quality outcomes within budget
Our Investment in You
Competitive Compensation Packages
8 Paid National Holidays & 4 additional Floating Holidays
PTO that includes Vacation and Sick time
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
401k Savings and Retirement Plan
Paid Parental Bonding Leave for New Parents
Flexible Work Schedules and Part-time Opportunities
Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
Mentorship Programs- Mentor and Mentee
Relocation Assistance
Volunteering for Local and National events such as Hanger’s BAKA Bootcamp and EmpowerFest