Forter Events Associate 

United States, New York, New York 

937322409

About the role:

You'll work closely with marketing and other teams to plan and pull off large-scale industry events, making sure everything - from logistics to booth activations - runs smoothly and delivers real impact. We’re looking for someone who can bring fresh, creative ideas while keeping an eye on the details to ensure successful execution.

This position is based in New York City.

What you’ll be doing:

• Support the planning of multiple trade shows and surround sound events, ensuring deadlines are met and every detail is handled effectively.
• Develop creative event concepts and activations that engage attendees, create memorable experiences, and support business growth.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure event alignment, buy-in and success.
• Coordinate logistics and manage vendors to ensure seamless event execution.
• Negotiate with vendors and track spend to stay within allocated event budgets.
• Oversee day-to-day event operations with a focus on exceeding registration and attendance targets.
• Lead on-site execution, tackle real-time challenges, and maintain composure and professionalism at all times.
• Track key event metrics and provide actionable insights to improve future events.
• Gather feedback from stakeholders and attendees to evaluate success and continuously improve future events.

What you’ll need:

• 2-4+ years of experience in event planning (trade show experience preferred).
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-growth environment while meeting deadlines.
• Self-starter with the ability to independently manage projects, take initiative, and proactively solve roadblocks while keeping stakeholders informed.
• Comfortable leading meetings and presenting to large cross-functional teams.
• Remain poised under pressure with a can-do attitude, ensuring seamless execution in high-stakes situations.
• Hands-on and ready to dive into the details, problem-solve, and get things done.
• Strong track record of cross-functional collaboration, working effectively with sales, marketing, and leadership teams.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a passion for logistics and onsite execution.
• Experience with budget management and tracking event costs.
• Metrics-driven mindset, using data to evaluate event success and refine strategies.
• Comfortable with 25% travel to manage on-site event execution.

Trust is backed by data – Forter is a recipient of over 10 workplace and innovation awards, including:

• Great Place to Work Certification (2021, 2022, 2023, )
• Fortune’s Best Workplaces in NYC (2022, 2023 and )
• Forbes Cloud 100 (2021, 2022, 2023 and )
• #3 on Fast Company’s list of “Most Innovative Finance Companies” ( )
• Anti-Fraud Solution of the Year at the Payments Awards ( )
• SAP Pinnacle Awards “New Partner Application Award” (2023)
• Fintech Breakthrough Awards – Best Fraud Prevention Platform (2023)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
• Matching 401K Plan
• Comprehensive and generous health insurance, including vision and dental coverage
• Home office allowance
• Generous PTO policy
• Half day Fridays

Salary Range:annually + bonus + equity + benefits