Sr Event Manager

We Impact Lives Through Purpose-Driven Work in A People First Culture
Ascend Learning, a leading healthcare and learning technology company, is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students, educators, and employers with outcomes-based, data-driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning. From testing to certification, Ascend Learning products are used by physicians, emergency medical professionals, nurses, allied health professionals, certified personal trainers, financial advisors, skilled trades professionals and insurance brokers.
Headquartered in Burlington, MA, with additional office locations and hybrid and remote workers in cities across the U.S., Ascend Learning was recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America's 2025 Greatest Workplaces as well as America's Best Places to work for Mental Well-Being for 2025.
We're always looking for talented, passionate professionals to join us in our mission to help change lives. If this sounds like an environment where you'd thrive, read on to learn more.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Hiring now for a Senior Events Manager who will play a critical role for Laudio and StaffGarden - together representing the Healthcare Workforce Solutions group at Ascend Learning. Partnering closely with the Director of Events, this person manages and influences the planning, organization, development, and execution of key persona forums, regional dinners, national conferences, CEO/networking events, and our annual thought leadership conference.
This role blends strong project management, impeccable attention to detail, and an eagerness to deliver exceptional event experiences for clients and prospects. The Senior Events Manager will collaborate across marketing, sales, client engagement, and product teams to ensure events are planned and executed seamlessly and aligned with brand standards and business goals.
WHERE YOU'LL WORK
This position offers the flexibility of remote work within the United States. Boston, MA area preferred. Working Eastern time zone hours required.
HOW YOU'LL SPEND YOUR TIME
Strategic event planning & project management:

• Develop and support annual event plans aligned with company goals
• Build and manage detailed project plans to ensure all event components are executed accurately and on schedule
• Manage the industry speaking submission calendar and coordinate all submissions

Event operations:

• Manage and execute event multi-channel promotional plans and coordinate with key stakeholders on execution and performance
• Manage logistics for vendor/venue research, vendor/venue communication, shipping, booth collateral, registrations, and onsite support

Budget support and financial tracking:

• Manage forecasting and expense tracking, ensuring all activities stay within financial targets
• Coordinate contracts and deliverables with external vendors and internal approvers

Event performance reporting:

• Collaborate with marketing operations and sales on lead management processes to maximize conversion and enable effective reporting on pipeline impact
• Develop read-outs on individual events and quarterly performance, analyzing key marketing metrics. Identify actionable insights to inform future event investments

Leadership Innovation Exchange Conference:

• Manage and lead the speaker onboarding, preparation, and content development processes with external speakers and internal stakeholders
• Prepare, proofread, and distribute all presentations and discussion guides, ensuring alignment with event branding and messaging
• Manage key venue / hotel logistics effectively with timely updates and close tracking

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• 7+ years of progressive experience in marketing, events, or related field with 5+ years direct event management experience (tradeshows and owned events required)
• Healthcare experience preferred; exposure to health systems a plus
• End-to-end B2B event marketing lifecycle experience, including planning, promotion, execution, and post-event reporting
• Strong organizational and project management skills with extraordinary attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
• Experience interfacing with C-suite clients, prospects, partners, and senior internal stakeholders
• Experience using HubSpot or similar CRM/marketing tools preferred
• Commitment to high-quality work and strong adherence to brand standards
• Ability to work independently while maintaining open communication and alignment with team
• Ability to travel 20-30%
• Bachelor's degree preferred. Demonstrated experience and a track record of results in communications will be considered in lieu of formal education requirements

BENEFITS

• Flexible and generous paid time off
• Competitive medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) employer matching program
• Parental leave
• Wellness resources
• Charitable matching program
• On-site workout facilities (Leawood, Gilbert, Burlington)
• Community outreach groups
• Tuition reimbursement

Fostering A Sense of Belonging
Our values-driven culture unifies our teams and inspires a mindset of action, innovation, and collaboration, with a relentless focus on customers. We seek out and celebrate all people and perspectives and cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and be authentic. Our culture is firmly rooted in the belief that by embracing our differences and drawing on diverse perspectives, we are a stronger, more innovative, and more successful organization where employees experience a sense of belonging.
Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. Applications for U.S.-based positions with Ascend Learning, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
Nearest Major Market: Boston