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As an Events Operations Lead, you are focused on ensuring operational excellence and execution of day-today activities at Demo Spaces within assigned regions, managing tech at client locations, and serving as the product experience expert for the Meta event team. This includes managing onsite client technology and a team of Demo Specialists to ensure a seamless white-glove experience for event attendees. The Events Operations Lead will lead training sessions on cutting-edge technologies for various audiences as well as serve as training experts in deliverables for a team of product demo specialists. The Events Operations Lead will serve as a strategic liaison between management and employees to optimize performance and deliver exceptional results. Additionally, this role involves collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance the brand experience and achieve overarching goals. The ideal candidate would excel in communication and organization and exhibit advanced emotional intelligence and have a well-developed executive presence.You are required to work in the Meta office 3 days a week. Up to 10% travel is required to attend events.USD $75,000.00/Yr.USD $85,000.00/Yr.Biweekly payHealth and wellness benefits plansFlexible vacation and holiday policiesPaid parental leave401(k) with employer matchingReferral bonusTax savings with flexible spending accounts for parking, transit, dependents, and healthcare costsOpportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employeesManage and maintain the execution of day-to-day activities and logistics of Demo Spaces within the assigned region; ensure a standard of excellence in all on-site execution duties of the programLead and facilitate training sessions and events for demonstrations of XR/AI technologies, in additionto overseeing an internal training program focusing on public policy across the regionConduct training sessions for local Meta employees and agency staff to proficiently deliver product demonstrationsManage device deployment and scale demo spaces across key regional offices, ensuring efficient management and deployment of event kitsComplete all required reporting and analysis within specified timeframesAct as a strategic liaison between management and employees, wielding decision-making authority to drive business and operational outcomesAct as the primary point of contact and on-site management for employees, offering guidance/support, and conduct performance management activities as neededComplete all required reporting and analysis by the required deadlinesPartner closely with the Account Team and client to meet and exceed goals, while improving the brand experience for customersOther duties as assigned by managementExperience and Education:High school diploma or equivalent required3+ years of retail management experience required3+ years of customer-facing experience in retail requiredExperience conducting production demonstrations requiredExperience in client management and working effectively with key stakeholdersExperience with AR/VR and gaming technology preferredSkills and Attributes:Strong interpersonal communication, soft skills, written, verbal, and on-cameraProficient in delivering product demonstrations to audiences of varying sizes, both small and largeAbility to foster business relationships and collaborate at multiple levels (internal & client facing)Ability to show patience and tact and remain calm under pressure during changeStrong time management and organizational skillsProficient in utilizing G Suite, MS Office, Keynote, and other word processing and presentation softwareAbility to practice good judgment in analyzing information, strategic/critical thinking, and decision-making, with minimal directionAbility to adhere to processes, procedures, and project management techniquesPhysical Requirements:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, theemployee is required to:Regularly talk, sit, stand, walk and bend over, repetitive use of hands/arms, repetitive use of legs and graspFrequently lift and carry up to 25 lbsOccasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbsContinuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulationAble to travel by air and car up to 60% of the timeThe pay range for this position is based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and market data. Final compensation will be determined during the interview process and may vary based on individual qualifications and business needs. 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