Gong · 1 day ago
Sr. Event Marketing Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$134K/yr - $192K/yr
10+ years expGong is a company that leverages AI to enhance revenue team performance. The Sr. Event Marketing Manager will be responsible for leading event strategies and executing programs that drive business impact through both proprietary and third-party events.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)CRMEnterprise SoftwareInformation TechnologyMachine LearningSalesSoftware
Responsibilities
Lead strategy and execution for either Gong’s proprietary event programs (including roadshows and other hosted events) or Gong’s third-party event portfolio (including key industry conferences and meeting focused sponsorships)
Build and own the full program lifecycle: from concept development and evaluation, to calendar planning, field activation, execution, and post-event analysis
Ensure each event strategy aligns with sales priorities, pipeline goals, and brand objectives
Oversee end-to-end execution of events in your portfolio, including venue selection and booth design, logistics, run-of-show development, content and speaker coordination, field team enablement, pre-event preparation, onsite management, and post-event follow-up
Deliver seamless, high-impact experiences across both proprietary and third-party programs, as applicable to your role and assigned portfolio
Play a key role in planning and executing Gong’s annual flagship conference, Celebrate, owning critical workstreams such as registration strategy, sponsor management, ancillary programs, and cross-functional coordination
Partner closely with sales, field marketing, demand generation, content, and other teams to align on strategy, messaging, and processes that drive measurable business impact
Propose, pilot, and scale new event formats or sponsorships that drive pipeline, ARR, and brand objectives - re-evaluate programs that no longer deliver results
Track and evaluate event performance against key pipeline and brand impact metrics; analyze and present results and recommendations to leadership
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in events or field marketing in a B2B Corporate SaaS environment required
Experience working with and gaining buy-in from sales, demand gen, and executive leadership teams
Strong business acumen with the ability to interpret data, measure ROI, and effectively communicate results to stakeholders
Exceptional communication, project management, and organizational skills
A self-starter mindset with the ability to operate independently and confidently report progress
Proven project and budget management expertise and attention to detail
A creative eye for delivering 'wow' experiences across the event lifecycle
A collaborative, roll-up-your-sleeves attitude - because in events, no task is too small
Strategic thinker who embodies Gong's value to 'Favor the Long Term.'
Benefits
We offer Gongsters a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans, designed to fit you and your family’s needs.
Wellbeing Fund - flexible wellness stipend to support a healthy lifestyle.
Mental Health benefits with covered therapy and coaching.
401(k) program to help you invest in your future.
Education & learning stipend for personal growth and development.
Flexible vacation time to promote a healthy work-life blend.
Paid parental leave to support you and your family.
Company-wide recharge days each quarter.
Work from home stipend to help you succeed in a remote environment.
Company
Gong
Gong is a technology company that offers a revenue intelligence platform using AI to analyze customer interactions.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Gong has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
2024 (4)
2023 (2)
2022 (4)
2021 (4)
2020 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$583MKey Investors
Franklin TempletonCoatueSequoia Capital
2022-07-01Secondary Market
2021-06-03Series E· $250M
2020-08-12Series D· $200M
Leadership Team
Amit Bendov
CEO and Co-Founder
Kelly Wright
President and COO
Recent News
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