Senior Manager, Global Events

CoreWeave is The Essential Cloud for AI™. Built for pioneers by pioneers, CoreWeave delivers a platform of technology, tools, and teams that enables innovators to build and scale AI with confidence. Trusted by leading AI labs, startups, and global enterprises, CoreWeave combines superior infrastructure performance with deep technical expertise to accelerate breakthroughs and turn compute into capability. Founded in 2017, CoreWeave became a publicly traded company (Nasdaq: CRWV) in March 2025. Learn more at www.coreweave.com.

What You'll Do:

You’ll lead CoreWeave’s global events function and oversee strategy, planning, and execution across our entire event portfolio. This includes flagship conferences, trade shows, partner activations, and high-touch executive programs. You’ll guide a growing team, manage cross-functional partnerships, and ensure each event strengthens relationships, drives measurable impact, and supports CoreWeave’s leadership in the AI and cloud industry.

About the Role:

The Senior Manager, Global Events will focus on the strategy, planning, and execution of CoreWeave’s global event portfolio—from flagship conferences and trade shows to high-touch executive experiences.

This role requires a seasoned event leader who combines creative vision, operational excellence, and strategic thinker. You’ll partner cross-functionally with marketing, comms, partnerships, and sales to ensure every event delivers measurable impact, strengthens relationships, and elevates CoreWeave’s leadership position in the AI and cloud industry.

In This Role You Will:

• Oversee end-to-end planning and execution of CoreWeave-hosted events, executive programs, industry sponsorships, and partner activations.
• Manage a growing team of event professionals, including coordinators, agencies, and freelancers, fostering collaboration and excellence.
• Define event KPIs,  performance metrics, and pipeline reporting to measure success and inform future strategy.
• Partner with brand, design, and communications teams to ensure cohesive storytelling and experience design across all touchpoints.
• Negotiate and manage vendor contracts, budgets, and logistics with precision and fiscal responsibility.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry partners, venues, and key stakeholders globally.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies to innovate how CoreWeave engages audiences and delivers experiences.

Who You Are:

• 8+ years of experience in event marketing, experiential marketing, or brand experience management, with at least 3 years leading complex global programs.
• Proven success in strategizing and executing large-scale corporate events, trade shows, and executive summits.
• Experience in B2B technology, cloud infrastructure, or AI-driven industries strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership and people management skills; able to inspire and empower cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional organizational and project management abilities, with acute attention to detail.
• Adept at managing budgets, agencies, and multiple concurrent initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in event management software (e.g., Cvent, Splash, Asana, Airtable) and CRM tools (Salesforce).
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Preferred:

• Strategic thinker who can balance big-picture brand goals with flawless operational execution.
• Deep understanding of executive-level and experiential event design.
• Passion for innovation, technology, and crafting white-glove, memorable experiences.
• Collaborative, creative, and calm under pressure.
  
  

Wondering if you’re a good fit? We believe in investing in our people, and value candidates who can bring their own diversified experiences to our teams – even if you aren't a 100% skill or experience match. Here are a few qualities we’ve found compatible with our team. If some of this describes you, we’d love to talk. 

• You love crafting experiences that inspire, influence, and build community

• You’re curious about how innovative event des