Events Specialist

The Compass International Holdings Franchise Brands Event Specialist executes a portfolio of events while working closely with and reports to a Sr. Manager, Events. This position supports the strategy, planning and delivery of experiential events for Century 21, Coldwell Banker, Coldwell Banker Commercial, Coldwell Banker Realty, Compass, Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate, and ERA Real Estate. Our process includes a HireVue assessment for all applicants for this requisition. Our recruiting team reviews each submission, and selected candidates will have the chance to meet with a member of the team. While we are open to candidates in Denver, Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, and San Francisco this position requires a daily on-site presence in one of our Hub or Brokerage offices, when not attending events. The preferred candidate will be located in Denver to best support business needs. Responsibilities include: - Support the site search process and preparation of options for presentation to brand leadership. - Support event activities for industry events including pre-planning and onsite delivery. - Working closely and in collaboration with event and brand leadership to drive all event strategies through management of detailed project plans, program of events and budget guidelines. - Track and maintain detailed event budgets, including invoice management and budget reconciliation, in collaboration with managers. - Execution of contracts for event vendors including payment submission. - Logistics management of external vendors ensuring best quality, consistency, and execution of brand image. - Creation and management of venue and audio-visual specs. - Support and assist registration processes before and during all events. - Work closely with the Communications team, following the communications plan, to drive event attendance and provide communications details. - Support and assist the creation of and updates to the event websites and apps with event details to drive network attendance and engagement in coordination with Manager, Operations. - Manage the housing process and management of room blocks in conjunction with registration. - Work on food and beverage selection while adhering to negotiated budget allotment. - Work closely with the Client Success team on the logistics for the learning breakout sessions. - Drive the signage plan for events working with the marketing team and manager on the design process and managing all details of the order and on-site installation. - Support the development of reception themes, coordinating specialty décor, entertainment, and creating wow moments for the event attendees. - Coordinate ordering and shipments of assets, promotional items and collateral needed for events. - Assist with developing event overviews and debriefs, including detailed financial recap and follow-up learnings and strategies. - Manage virtual events through Teams application, on occasion. - Support of the full Anywhere Franchise Brands Events Team on events and projects as needed. - Create and maintain an enthusiastic, cooperative, professional, and teamwork-structured environment. Minimum Qualifications: - Minimum of 3 years of industry experience and demonstrated end-to-end event planning lifecycle expertise, from concept development through execution and post-event evaluation. - Bachelor's degree preferred - Project management experience, with effective time management and multitasking abilities. - Superior communication skills, both written and verbal, with demonstrated ability to manage stakeholders and C-suite leadership. - Collaborative vendor management experience. - High energy level and problem-solving skills. - Strong attention to detail. - Proficiency in Microsoft Suite or Google Suite, knowledge of Monday.com a plus. Experience using Cvent is strongly preferred. - Ability to travel approximately 10–20% annually, including overnight and multi‑ day trips. - Ability to lift at least 25lbs. To learn more about Compass International Holdings and our portfolio of brands, please visit: https://compassinternationalholdings.com #indjobs