Events Marketing Manager

Events Marketing Manager

We are seeking an experienced, highly organized Events Marketing Manager to lead our influencer, press, user engagement, and acquisition events (both B2B and B2C) strategy. You'll play a key role in creating buzzworthy experiences across the U.S. including at inKind partner restaurants and larger events such as conferences, working cross-functionally with our Marketing, Sales, Business Development and Partner Success teams to elevate our restaurant relationships, grow corporate and holiday bookings, and promote inKind's brand. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves food and hospitality, and knows how to turn a great idea into a meticulously executed event.

You're a natural connector who thrives on creating memorable, meaningful experiences that drive brand love and loyalty.

You have a deep appreciation for hospitality and understand what makes a guest feel truly taken care of.

You balance creativity with operational excellence—dream big, then execute with precision.

Eager to work in a collaborative environment, bouncing ideas off others and celebrating shared successes

Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment, juggling priorities and tasks with a responsive and thoughtful approach

Plan and execute influencer dinners, media events, VIP user experiences, and user and restaurant partner acquisition events at inKind partner restaurants and larger events across key U.S. markets

Develop creative concepts and guest lists that align with marketing objectives and brand voice

Own end-to-end logistics: sourcing venues (primarily our partner restaurants), managing invites, vendor coordination, F&B planning, onsite support, and post-event recaps

Act as a liaison to help partner restaurants attract and close more high-value bookings (e.g., corporate parties, team dinners, holiday events)

Work closely with the Marketing, Sales, Business Development, and Partner Success teams to align event initiatives with broader business goals.

Coordinate with content, social, and PR teams to amplify event storytelling before, during, and after each activation.

Set KPIs and analyze ROI for event performance including attendance, social impressions, customer acquisition, and revenue impact.

3–5 years of experience in event marketing, experiential marketing, hospitality marketing, or a related role

Proven track record executing high-touch events with influencers, press, and brand partners

Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.

Experience working in or with restaurants/hospitality

Familiarity with tools like Jira & Canva

The candidate in this position will be located primarily in-person, with an expectation of in-person work at the physical office location in Austin, TX

Ability to travel up to 20% of the time to oversee events in key markets

Generous PTO and company holiday policy + company paid Short Term Disability

100% employer covered health and dental insurance for our direct employees (a set plan is covered, with higher tier healthcare coverage available at employee's additional cost; dependent coverage is at employee's cost); vision plan available at employee's additional cost

Child Care Benefits and generous parental leave

Dog-friendly workspace in a secure building with great views of downtown Austin

Daily lunches and snacks

$95,000-$105,000, DOE

inKind is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that diversity is vital to inKind's ability to provide our clients with the best recommendations and are committed to fostering a varied and inclusive work environment. Your race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability status, veteran status, or any other protected category have no bearing on our hiring decisions.