Senior Director of Events

Cohera was born from the merger of 360 Destination Group and CSI DMC and brings together decades of destination management experience under one name. As a company that values innovation, creativity, and excellence, we pride ourselves on utilizing a unique and customized approach to deliver unforgettable events that leave our clients speechless.We now find ourselves seeking a hospitality-oriented individual with a passion for design and events to be the next SeniorDirector of Events for our South Florida events team! As a member of our rockstar team, you'll bring to life a variety of corporate events ranging from carnival-themed seminars to Latin nightclub receptions all while collaborating with professionals who are equally as passionate about creating memorable experiences as you!This is what WE offer YOU...A competitive salary based on experience.Incentive eligibility based on program size and profitability and achievement of regional/office goals.Health insurance coverage including medical, vision, and dental.Discretionary PTO for vacation and personal time, paid holidays, and paid sick leave accrued based on hours worked.401(k) with employer match.Company-paid short term and long term disability insurance coverage.Company-paid $50,000 basic life insurance.Voluntary life insurance.Paid DMCP and/or CMP certification.Paid industry memberships.As a SENIOR DIRECTOR OF EVENTS, you will...Lead and scale high-performing Event Management teams, aligning strategy, operations, and execution with revenue and profitability goals. Champion a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence while developing future leaders through mentorship and performance management.Partner with executive and regional leadership to drive strategic planning, workforce design, and resource allocation. Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Design, Creative, and Finance to ensure seamless execution, maximize profitability, and elevate the client experience.Own end-to-end event strategy and execution for complex, high-value programs, serving as a senior client advisor and escalation point. Ensure delivery against client expectations, financial targets, and brand standards.Drive operational rigor through process optimization, financial oversight, and performance accountability, including P&L ownership and program outcomes. Lead hiring, talent development, and organizational planning to build scalable, high-impact teams.Cultivate strategic vendor partnerships, identify growth opportunities, and support expansion across markets. Represent the organization through industry engagement, thought leadership, and ongoing professional development.Report to local office on specific days of the week, as requested by General Manager.You'll stand out from the crowd if you...Work as a productive team member, take initiative, act creatively, operate flexibly, and do everything with honesty, integrity, and with a focus on client satisfaction.Work well in a fast-paced team environment, work overtime when required, and deliver quality service to our clients.Act in a self-starting way, make good independent decisions, and take steps to complete work within time parameters.Generate new and innovative ways to improve our company's products and services.Recognize essential elements of a challenge and develop creative solutions.Are detail-oriented with vendor contracts, invoices, and agreement clauses.Respond quickly to changing circumstances and anticipate new developments where possible.Act in a forthright way.Give and accept feedback constructively.Recognize and consider the client's expectations and needs and have a "do what it takes" mentality.We are seeking someone with...Twelve or more years of progressive event management experience in a DMC, agency, or hospitality environment.Eight or more years of event management experience preferably in the DMC industry.Three or more years of direct people management experience in hospitality.Proven track record managing multi-million-dollar, multi-day events and client portfolios.Deep understanding of the DMC industry, large-scale event operations, and client lifecycle.Expert-level knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis.Exceptional leadership, coaching, and team development skills.Advanced understanding of contract negotiation and vendor management.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.Strong executive-level communication and presentation abilities.High proficiency in multitasking, decision-making, and navigating ambiguity.Skilled in relationship-building with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders.Solutions-oriented with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.Ability to travel to other Cohera office locations by vehicle or airplane.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; adaptable to CRM and other software (e.g., Salesforce, Dayforce).Computer, phone, copiers, smart phones, tablets and other standard office equipment.Job Conditions:The specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is:Frequently required to perform administrative and professional work using writing tools and electronic media.Required to be ambulatory to move around freely between buildings and between levels within buildings.Occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals associated with office work.Disclaimer:This job has recurring work situations involving moderate degrees of discretion. The need for accuracy and effective utilization of accepted policies and procedures is high. Errors in judgment and execution will waste time and resources, adversely impacting unit performance. Employees operate independently but work is verified by supervision. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.Acknowledgements:Cohera is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer / Disability / Veteran.

Created: 2026-05-16