Job Description:
Events Specialist
Investor-Led Events:
Partner with investors to plan and execute small, intimate gatherings such as dinners, roundtables, and networking events.
Support end-to-end execution of investor events, including dinners, happy hours, roundtables, and networking events.
Manage logistics, including venue selection, vendor selection, menu planning, audience management, guest communications, event setup, breakdown, and on-site support and troubleshooting.
Ensure all events align with GC’s brand, quality, and strategic goals.
Manage all event documents (timelines, budgets, run of show, etc.).
Manage post-event surveys, reporting, and data management.
Provide on-site support for all investor-led events.
Industry Events:
Assist our events team with the execution of GC’s participation in major third-party conferences and gatherings.
Manage registration, travel logistics, and materials preparation for team members as needed.
Flagship Events:
Collaborate on planning and executing large-scale summits for portfolio founders, operators, and industry leaders.
Support pre-event research, attendee communications, and on-site execution.
Support the team with guest management
Learn and assist in creative programming, vendor management, and event evaluation.
Operational Support:
Act as project manager for all investor events.
Maintain detailed briefs, timelines, budgets, and project plans for events.
Develop and track post-event feedback to improve future events.
Build relationships with vendors, venues, and other external partners.
Help manage all event materials, inventory, and storage unit.
Manage event platforms and ensure guest lists are being kept up to date.
Job Requirements:
3–5 years of experience in event planning, operations, marketing, or related fields.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a willingness to learn.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Comfortable working in-office (3 days/week), supporting evening events, with occasional travel.
Preferred Experience
Familiarity with event management software and tools (Gatsby, Affinity, Google Sheets, Canva, Figma).
Experience in or passion for the venture capital or startup/tech ecosystem.
Previous hospitality and/or marketing experience is not required, but is a bonus.
Experience in community building or management is not required, but is a bonus
Benefits:
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Opportunity to work with a dynamic, mission-driven team.
Exposure to a global network of innovative founders and companies.
Career development and mentorship in event management.
