# Events Manager at Access

> Hybrid · United States · Manager · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/ashby%3Aaccess%3A0f2a8f70-af2a-4e5e-b7a9-6b35303fe7f9 (read 2026-11-08).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Access](https://alderhq.app/companies/access)
- Location text: San Francisco; Sonoma County; Marin County; Napa Valley
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Hybrid · United States (evidence: "Location: San Francisco; Sonoma County; Marin County; Napa Valley")
- Posted: 2026-10-16 (23 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-04 · last verified: 2026-11-07
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/access/0f2a8f70-af2a-4e5e-b7a9-6b35303fe7f9
- Skills listed (inferred): Spark

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: not posted
- Market band for similar posted roles (SF Bay Area, n 1357): p25 $143k, median $175k, p75 $208k

## Description (the employer's text)

Access Your Potential.

Join us to create and deliver experiences that inspire people, spark connection, and bring imagination to life—while having a lot of fun doing it.

### Events Manager – Northern California

We're looking for a hospitality-focused Events Manager who loves bringing exceptional experiences to life! You'll manage programs from planning through execution, build meaningful client and vendor relationships, and collaborate with our Sales and Creative teams to deliver unforgettable experiences.

This role requires regular travel throughout Northern California for venue visits, client meetings, site inspections, and on-site event execution.

### About the Job

As an Events Manager at Access, you'll combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution to deliver exceptional events that create WOW moments for our clients. You'll collaborate closely with Sales, Creative, and Events teams to oversee program logistics, client relationships, vendor partnerships, budgets, and on-site operations while ensuring every experience meets Access's standards of excellence.

### What You'll Be Doing

Manage assigned events from initial planning through on-site execution and post-event wrap-up.

Serve as the primary client contact, providing exceptional service, strategic recommendations, and proactive communication.

Oversee event logistics, including venues, transportation, vendors, staffing, and timelines.

Build and maintain strong relationships with hotel partners, venues, and local suppliers throughout Northern California.

Conduct site inspections, venue walkthroughs, and client meetings across the territory.

Own program budgets, Scopes of Work (SOWs), invoicing, and financial reconciliation while supporting revenue and profitability goals.

Identify opportunities to enhance client experiences through creative solutions and additional services.

Lead on-site event teams, ensuring operational readiness, clear communication, and seamless execution.

Collaborate with Sales, Creative, and Events teams to deliver exceptional programs.

Maintain accurate Salesforce records and ensure program information, vendor details, and financial data are up to date.

Anticipate challenges, develop contingency plans, and resolve issues with professionalism and flexibility.

Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing best practices and identifying operational efficiencies.

### About You

We know that there’s no one in the world like you. And we know that you have a lot to offer the next company you work with. Below is a list of “nice-to-haves”, but don’t let those deter you from applying. Access believes that an inclusive team and culture is important. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

### Nice-to-haves

2 – 5 years experience managing multiple clients and programs.

Demonstrated success in planning and executing events.

Self-motivated, customer-focused, and team-oriented

Strong organization and time management skills.

### Why Access?

### CULTURE & EXTRAS

Recently certified as a Great Place to Work – three years and counting!

50+ years in the industry!

Women-owned and women-led

Fun, creative, and supportive culture

Focus on recognition and employee value – including annual and quarterly awards

Paid day off to serve your local community

Annual all-company retreat to connect, learn, and have fun together

Annual qualifier-based incentive trip for top performers (certain departments eligible)

Regional team outings

Monthly companywide meetings to connect, learn, and celebrate wins

Paid Sabbatical leave after 7 years of service!

### COMPENSATION

Highly competitive total compensation, including strong base salary and quarterly bonuses

Very strong performance-based quarterly commission plans

401k with company match (eligible after 1 year – up to 4% of salary matched, vested immediately

Monthly cell phone stipend

### WORK LIFE BALANCE

Work from home opportunities and flexibility (including full home office setup)

Flexible schedule opportunities

Generous PTO

Sick days

9 full holidays

5 half days off prior to holidays to unplug early

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