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Crusoe · 1 day ago

Director, Global Programs & Events

Bellevue, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$182K/yr - $225K/yr

7+ years exp

Crusoe is a company focused on accelerating the abundance of energy and intelligence through sustainable technology. The Director, Global Programs & Events will transform the events strategy to drive business growth and brand leadership, focusing on building connections and creating impactful brand experiences.

AI InfrastructureArtificial Intelligence (AI)Data CenterEnergyEnergy ManagementOil and Gas

Responsibilities

Strategic Event Portfolio Management: You will be responsible for meticulously identifying, evaluating, and advocating for our presence at a curated list of high-impact third-party industry events

Executive Thought Leadership and Keynote Strategy: A critical part of your role is to secure and maximize keynote and speaking opportunities for our senior leadership at top-tier industry events

First-Party Event Expansion and Innovation: You will own the strategy, development, and execution of our proprietary events, turning them into must-attend industry gatherings

Building a Customer Advocacy Ecosystem: You will be responsible for establishing and nurturing a world-class customer advisory board, as well as other leadership programs

Data-Driven Decision-Making: You will define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for all events and experiential initiatives

Team and Agency Leadership: You will lead and mentor a team of event professionals and manage relationships with key agencies and vendors

Qualification

Experiential MarketingEvent ManagementStrategic PlanningTeam LeadershipFinancial AcumenCustomer-Centric MindsetAnalytical SkillsProject ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationInnovationCustomer Advocacy ExperienceTechnical ProficiencyIndustry KnowledgeCertificationsCommunicationCreativityFlexibilityAdaptability

Required

A proven track record with at least 7-10 years of progressive experience in experiential marketing, event management, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership or senior role

Demonstrated ability to develop and execute comprehensive, data-driven event and experiential marketing strategies that align with broader business objectives and brand goals

Proven experience in building, leading, and mentoring a high-performing team

Strong ability to manage both direct reports and external agencies, fostering a culture of accountability and creativity

Expertise in managing large, complex budgets, including forecasting, vendor negotiation, and cost optimization

Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple complex projects simultaneously, from ideation to flawless execution

A track record of successfully partnering with and influencing key internal stakeholders, including sales, product, engineering, and other marketing functions

A deep understanding of audience and customer behavior

Ability to translate customer insights into captivating and memorable brand experiences that drive engagement and loyalty

A strong creative vision with the ability to think outside the box and translate abstract concepts into tangible, impactful experiences

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex strategies and results to senior leadership and external partners

Proficiency in defining key performance indicators (KPIs), analyzing event data (e.g., audience engagement, brand perception, ROI), and using those insights to optimize future strategies

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and handle the operational realities and travel required for events

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field

Certifications such as CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) are a plus

Deep familiarity with the industry landscape, key third-party events, and the vendor ecosystem

Experience in developing and managing customer advisory boards, reference programs, or similar advocacy initiatives

Familiarity with event management platforms, CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce), project management tools (e.g., Monday.com), and marketing automation systems