Director, Event Operations

About our Company:

Based in Denver, Colorado, Cologix is North America's leading network-neutral interconnection and hyperscale edge data center company. Our platform gives customers access to 45+ digital edge and ScalelogixSM hyperscale edge data centers in 12 markets across the United States and Canada along with a carrier-dense ecosystem of 710+ networks, 360+ cloud providers, 30+ onramps and seven Internet exchanges.  We provide our nearly 2,000 customers with direct access to our local operations teams, resulting in strong partnerships enabled by exceptional operational support and unparalleled customer service. Backed by one of the largest North American infrastructure funds, Cologix's experienced leadership team, certified staff and commitment to ESG initiatives help form a culture that values our people, our environment and our clients.

Role Overview:

The Director of Event Operations leads the management of key company events, including planning, logistics, support, execution and post-event evaluation.  Events include internal meetings to major conferences and partner events. This role drives operational excellence, strengthens brand presence, and aligns events with business goals

What you do daily:

• Design and implement an event operations strategy aligned with company objectives.
• Oversee full-cycle event production: site selection, logistics, budgeting, sponsorships, staffing, execution while partnering closely with the procurement team in matters related to sourcing and negotiations with vendors.
• Drive the logistics for flagship events: Sales Kickoff, President’s Club, Executive Offsites vendor/internal launches.
• Ensure smooth delivery of in-person, hybrid, and virtual events.
• Act as primary liaison for internal and external event stakeholders
• Support the procurement team on corporate travel initiatives, as needed, while focusing on cost reduction and savings.
• Track metrics and deliver post-event reporting to measure ROI and optimize future events.
• Create and uphold risk management protocols: health, safety, contingency planning.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and company policies.
• Miscellaneous project support within CRO organization, Marketing, Operations/Development, Finance, and other Executive teams on an as needed basis.
• Assist in the management and delivery of projects related to Cologix ESG initiatives across multiple organizations.

What makes you a good fit: (Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Business, Marketing, or related field.
• 8–10 years of event management experience; 3+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven success in large-scale corporate or public event execution.
• Strong strategic and operational leadership, mentoring, and team-building capabilities.
• Exceptional communication, organization, and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated success in vendor and stakeholder management.
• Proficiency with tools like Cvent, Bizzabo, Asana, Salesforce; Coupa/Netsuite a plus.
• Calm under pressure; quick and effective problem-solving.
• Familiarity with virtual and hybrid event platforms is a plus.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefit package for full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account options
• Non-accrued PTO
• Company paid holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Discount Marketplace
• Employee Recognition Platform

Individual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience. This position will also be eligible for an annual bonus.

Salary Range$100,000—$120,000 USD

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Cologix is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.  If you need assistance in applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at recruiting@cologix.com or call 720-940-2551. 

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