Global Lead, Zoom
Events
$112.3-254.6k
Work platform for human connection
Job no longer available
Work platform for human connection
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
$112.3-254.6k
1001+ employees
Company mission
To help people connect, collaborate, and get more work done, together.
Role
Who you are
- This role requires a creative and strategic thinker with a proven track record in planning, managing, and overseeing a wide range of events, including conferences, trade shows, product launches, workshops, and more
- 15+ years of experience in event management, preferably in a global context
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years managing teams
- Strong understanding of event industry trends, technologies, and best practices
- Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proficiency in budget management, negotiation, and vendor relations
- Creative thinker with the ability to devise unique event concepts and experiences
- Proficient in using event management software and tools
- Ability to travel as required
- An understanding of the competitive landscape, best practices, platforms and tools
- Expertise in bringing cross-functional team members together; helping other teams bring results through close collaboration
- People-first leader who can recruit and develop excellent events talent for succession planning
- Assess potential risks associated with the event and develop contingency plans to address emergencies or unexpected situations
- Oversee various aspects, such as registration, guest services, audiovisual setups, entertainment, and more. They ensure that everything goes according to plan and handle any unforeseen issues that may arise
- Play a critical role in promoting the event to attract attendees. This can involve creating marketing materials, utilizing social media, and collaborating with the marketing team to reach the target audience
What the job involves
- The Global Lead, Events will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive events strategy on a global scale for Zoom
- The Global Lead, Events will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that events align with the company's brand, objectives, and values, while delivering exceptional experiences for attendees
- Strategy and Planning:
- Develop a holistic global events strategy that supports the company's overall goals and brand identity
- Collaborate with senior leadership to define event objectives, target audiences, and desired outcomes
- Conduct thorough market research and stay updated on industry trends to ensure event strategies remain competitive and innovative
- Create an annual events calendar, considering factors such as event size, location, timing, and budget
- Event Management:
- Plan, execute, and oversee a diverse range of events, from concept to post-event evaluation
- Manage all aspects of event logistics, including budgeting, vendor selection, venue sourcing, travel arrangements, and equipment rental
- Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless event execution, including marketing, design, sales, and technical teams
- Monitor event timelines and milestones, ensuring all tasks are completed on schedule
- Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Collaborate with marketing teams to develop event-specific promotional materials, ensuring consistent messaging and branding
- Work closely with sales teams to align event goals with lead generation and business development targets
- Build relationships with key industry partners, sponsors, and vendors to enhance event quality and offerings
- Attendee Experience:
- Design event experiences that engage, educate, and entertain attendees while reflecting the company's values
- Implement feedback mechanisms to continuously improve the attendee experience and incorporate insights into future events
- Address any issues or concerns that arise during events, ensuring quick and effective resolutions
- Metrics and Analysis:
- Establish KPIs and metrics to measure the success of events, such as attendance rates, engagement levels, and ROI
- Analyze post-event data and feedback to generate comprehensive reports, identifying areas of improvement and success
- Use data-driven insights to refine future event strategies and tactics
Our take
Zoom reworked video conferencing when most people assumed it was a solved problem, with services from Cisco and Skype already ubiquitous in workplaces and homes. However, its videoconferencing infrastructure was simpler to use, faster and more flexible than any previous solution, and it swiftly took the world by storm.
Its success bred competition, however, and companies such as Microsoft and Google, along with numerous smaller communications firms, have begun making inroads on Zoom's formerly commanding lead. Additionally, as workplaces are mostly adopting a hybrid or flexible working strategy, some of its importance as a workplace tool is wearing off and it is recording a gradual decline in daily usage rates.
To counter these trends, Zoom is expanding its business offerings through product development and strategic acquisitions. Alongside many other large tech companies, it has battled through a difficult economic situation, but it nonetheless remains a profitable company and household name. Plus, its track record of innovation means it is still very much one to watch in the communications space.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
7% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Jan 2017
$100m
SERIES D
Feb 2015
$30m
SERIES C
Total funding: $148.5m
Company benefits
- Work from home opportunities
- Retirement benefits
- My-Time-Off (MTO), an extended vacation policy
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) and Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) Equity Program plus Yearly stock grant for all employees
- Wellness and fitness reimbursement, wellness resources, Thrive Global wellness app, TaskHuman wellness coaching app
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including emotional support, financial resources and legal guidance
- Paid Parental Leave (both parents) 16 weeks paid leave (or statutory if more generous)
- Employer Matching of Charitable contributions up to $500 USD equivalent/year
- Annual Zoom Store Allowance
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
Company HQ
Downtown San Jose, San Jose, CA
Leadership
Eric Yuan
(CEO & Founder)Previously VP Engineering at Cisco and WebEx.
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