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Event project manager

Startups.be ǀ Scale-Ups.eu enables the most promising tech Startups and Scale-Ups to squeeze time and grow faster. We connect them with a global network of investors, corporate buyers and innovators.

We are well-known for flagship events like technology and innovation festival SuperNova, investor matchmaking event The Big Score and more vertical-driven events like HRTECH.be .

We are seeking an Event & Project Manager to bring Flagship Events like The Big Score to the next level and roll out at least one new event concept.  Both initiatives with the aim to drive community growth, engagement, and loyalty. You will work closely with the general manager.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Bring The Big Score to the next level
    • You are responsible for delivering a first-class 5th birthday edition of The Big ScoreUpdate the event concept (update calendar timelines) and event elements (add communication returns for partners e.g. onsite (radio) interviews, round table discussions, …)Lean up the pre-event work processesMake an event budgetManage our event partners (junior project manager, markcomm colleague, event suppliers, …)Ensure a good presence of VCs / Investors / and the best-in-class Belgian and European startups/scale-ups.Selection of the pitching Startups/ Scale-ups together with a junior project manager
    • Deliver a state-of-the-art event that no one wants to miss out on and where all event details are ready in time and create an unbelievable experience.
  • Project Management > New Project > Scale-Up focussed
    • In 2023 we will introduce a new BeNeLux scale-up gathering.
    • You will be Senior Project Responsible
    • Together with a junior Project manager you will make a success of this new concept
    • Make and follow up on budget & Event Set-Up
    • Ensure the roll-out of an appealing communication and marketing plan
    • Engage the right attendees (Scale-Up founders and Investors) to attend
    • Deliver a high-end event with an excellent organisation

What about your superpowers?

  • Strong experience in community building, with a proven track record of growing and engaging communities
  • Curious about the (international) tech startup & scale-up scene
  • You have commercial flair and can make partners enthusiastic like no other with your fluency and a good story
  • You are fluent in English & Dutch. Important because Startups.be|Scale-Ups.eu is a company with international partners
  • Relevant experience, preferably in the event industry and/or affinity with the startup/scale-up community
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • A desire to work and grow in a fast-paced environment

Want to join forces? Let’s connect!

If you are a self-starter with a passion for the event industry and a drive to succeed, we want to hear from you! Tell us why you would be a great fit for the team and send over your resume to info@scale-ups.eu. We can’t wait to meet you!