7 Event Director jobs in Austin

What Meetings and Events contributes to Cardinal Health

The Meeting Manager is responsible for the development, planning and implementation of internal and external meetings, events, and trade shows aligned with strategic business and brand objectives.

Location : Work from home and fully remote, but specifically targeting individuals in the Dallas-Fort Worth, TX or Cleveland, OH areas (within commutable distance of office).

Responsibilities

• Leads planning and execution of meetings.

• Manages event budget - develops forecast, updates in real time, and finalize post event

• Manage event reconciliation post-event - identify and validate all charges from venue and vendors, breakdown costs per person for purposes of Sunshine reporting, and utilize appropriate systems to report costs

• Work directly with venues and outside vendors to coordinate meeting needs, such as audio visual, food & beverage, and other onsite logistics

• Adherence to Cardinal Health compliance guidelines

• Participate in internal and external meetings on weekly (or otherwise) basis

• Work in Cvent to set-up event registration sites and update information on a regular or as needed basis

• Lead onsite meeting logistics, including but not limited to communication with hotel, communication with vendors, coordination of F&B, coordination of A/V

• Identify meeting materials and production needed onsite, and work with Meeting Coordinator to execute (create and ship)

• Serve as primary onsite contact for venue and any vendors

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in related field, preferred

• 5+ years experience in related field, preferred

• Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), preferred

• Strong CVENT, preferred

• Strong Excel experience, required

• Strong travel and hotel booking experience, required

• Strong organizational skills

• Strong written and verbal skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment

• Ability to travel on weekends as needed to assist on-property at meetings/events

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Demonstrates knowledge of meeting planning and project management practices.

• Negotiates, manages and/or implements budgets and contracts with external vendors.

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and serves as a strategic advisor to clients.

• Utilizes software to track registration, budgets, logistics and other information for meetings & events.

• Translates the goals and objectives of meetings and events into a positive and effective experience.

• Demonstrates ability to work with cross-functional team to ensure event success.

Anticipated Pay Range $66,500.00 - $82,400.00 USD

Bonus Eligible - No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage

• Paid time off plan

• Health savings account (HSA)

• 401k savings plan

• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Work-Life resources

• Paid parental leave

• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close : 09/10/2025 * if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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Description:

How would you like to work for a 30-year iconic brand that is known worldwide for its commitment to well-being?

Imagine an environment where balance, mindfulness, and care aren't just words, but the way we live and work every day. At Miraval Austin Resort and Spa, you'll be surrounded by natural beauty, supported by colleagues who value empathy and respect, and encouraged to grow personally and professionally.

Here, your career development and your well-being go hand in hand. From access to our fitness center, hiking trails, and wellness programs, to opportunities for professional training and leadership growth, this is more than ajob, it's a chance to align your career with a life in balance.

If you're seeking a place where you can feel inspired, valued, and empowered to make a difference, we invite you to explore this opportunity as our Event Planning Manager:

As the Event Planning Manager, you will embody the ethos of the Miraval wellbeing brand, be a competent individual who has experience in events and the functions of a hotel.

The Event Planning Manager is responsible for planning and executing all aspects of assigned group events from contract through the onsite event. This individual works with all resort departments to execute all aspects of contracted retreats and mindful meetings. The Event Planning Manager engages groups in the Miraval experience with the best available, revenue-driven culinary, programming and spa options.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Sales & Events, this position is a full-time salary position that is located at the resort.

· Serves as primary point of contact for all group business at Miraval and fully coordinates events so that guest experiences are consistent with what has been represented to our guests

· Generates revenue through educating and selling Miraval Experiences that are engaging and embody our core values; primarily meetings, private meals, and programming

· Assures that all event services are provided in a manner that exemplifies established quality standards and are in compliance with applicable regulations and requirements

· Schedules hotel spaces, creates and publishes calendars and notices to ensure that guests, attendees, and hotel staff are informed of all group events, including programming

· Interface with clients daily while on property and handle all staff introductions

· Stays informed on the latest trends for activities and programs of competitors and guest demands

· Daily tasks include, but are not limited to, conducting property tours, creating catering and sales portfolios (resumes), arranging AV and other meeting needs, creating collateral and menus, and communicating with other team members to ensure that scheduled events are run properly

· Performs all tasks and provides services in compliance with policies, procedures, work instructions, training, codes of conduct, recognized best practices, safety laws and regulations.

· Is familiar with all hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately

· Demonstrates a positive attitude and acknowledges guests in a welcoming and friendly manner

· Ensures that all confidential and financial data is maintained securely and handled in a discreet fashion

· Participates in available training opportunities and applies learnings and newly identified best practices where possible

· Makes suggestions to improve the delivery of guest services and identifies new business opportunities that will enrich the Miraval guest experience

· Supports the team by anticipating and providing help as needed.

· Responds to all complaints and problems in a positive manner and takes action to resolve

· Shows concern by taking action to assure that our guests have a quality experience

· Manage rooming lists, cut off dates, and attrition calculations in conjunction with the Sales & Events Coordinator.

· Manages final group bill, deposits and final payment including World of Hyatt points and commissions

· Prioritizes and follows through on all job-related duties.

· Accurate assimilation and processing of banquet charges for accounting

· Assist sales team in coordinating in-market sales trips or FAMS.

· Source vendors for meeting services not in Miraval inventory including upcharge per SOP.

· Conducts follow up post events

Qualifications:

To be successful:

· Embraces the ethos and culture of the Miraval wellbeing brand?

· University degree or diploma qualification in Sales or Marketing and/or Hospitality or Tourism Management?or industry experience equivalent

· Previous experience in hotel event management or similar

· Minimum 3 years' experience within a 4-5-star hotel sales environment

· Understands that the Miraval clientele may vary from traditional hotels in regard to target audiences, size of group and intention of visit

· Excellent emotional intelligence?

· Effective as a team player within the Sales Department, as well as the hotel in general

· Ability to easily and willingly adapt to a change of policy, procedures, and work environment?

· Ability to Create detailed and complete event orders to communicate event setup, AV needs, F&B needs, and programing

· Understands how to communicate thru a group resume to convey all event needs

· Understands how to manage event orders, group resumes, and the distribution to services teams

· Experience conducting and planning site tours and visits

We offer excellent benefits:

iAm Days to spend a paid 8 hours experiencing Miraval, twice per year*

Up to $1000 in Wellbeing or Tuition Reimbursement for personal and professional growth*

Discounted and Complimentary Hyatt Hotel nights*

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance on 30 th ?day of employment*

401K with company match*

Generous Paid Time Off program*

Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance*

Complimentary daily colleague meals

Employee Stock Purchase Plan*

Access to resort facilities including spa services, programs, hiking trails and fitness center

• Exact benefit package is contingent on status ?

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,

national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Primary Location: US-TX-Austin

Organization: Miraval Austin Resort and Spa

Pay Basis: Yearly

Job Level: Full-time

Job: Catering/Event Planning

Req ID: AUS

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.

How would you like to work for a 30-year iconic brand that is known worldwide for its commitment to well-being?

Imagine an environment where balance, mindfulness, and care aren’t just words, but the way we live and work every day. At Miraval Austin Resort and Spa, you’ll be surrounded by natural beauty, supported by colleagues who value empathy and respect, and encouraged to grow personally and professionally.

Here, your career development and your well-being go hand in hand. From access to our fitness center, hiking trails, and wellness programs, to opportunities for professional training and leadership growth, this is more than a job, it’s a chance to align your career with a life in balance.

If you’re seeking a place where you can feel inspired, valued, and empowered to make a difference, we invite you to explore this opportunity as our Event Planning Manager:

As the Event Planning Manager, you will embody the ethos of the Miraval wellbeing brand, be a competent individual who has experience in events and the functions of a hotel.

The Event Planning Manager isresponsible for planning and executing all aspects of assigned group events from contract through the onsite event. This individual works with all resort departments to execute all aspects of contracted retreats and mindful meetings. The Event Planning Manager engages groups in the Miraval experience with the best available, revenue-driven culinary, programming and spa options.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Sales & Events, this position is a full-time salary position that is located at the resort.

· Serves as primary point of contact for all group business at Miraval and fully coordinates events so that guest experiences are consistent with what has been represented to our guests

· Generates revenue through educating and selling Miraval Experiencesthat are engaging and embody our core values; primarily meetings, private meals, and programming

· Assures that all event services are provided in a manner that exemplifies established quality standards and are in compliance with applicable regulations and requirements

· Schedules hotel spaces, creates and publishes calendars and notices to ensure that guests, attendees, and hotel staff are informed of all group events, including programming

· Interface with clients daily while on property and handle all staff introductions

· Stays informed on the latest trends for activities and programs of competitors and guest demands

· Daily tasks include, but are not limited to, conducting property tours, creating catering and sales portfolios (resumes), arranging AV and other meeting needs, creating collateral and menus, and communicating with other team members to ensure that scheduled events are run properly

· Performs all tasks and provides services in compliance with policies, procedures, work instructions, training, codes of conduct, recognized best practices, safety laws and regulations.

· Is familiar with all hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately

· Demonstrates a positive attitude and acknowledges guests in a welcoming and friendly manner

· Ensures that all confidential and financial data is maintained securely and handled in a discreet fashion

· Participates in available training opportunities and applies learnings and newly identified best practices where possible

· Makes suggestions to improve the delivery of guest services and identifies new business opportunities that will enrich the Miraval guest experience

· Supports the team by anticipating and providing help as needed.

· Responds to all complaints and problems in a positive manner and takes action to resolve

· Shows concern by taking action to assure that our guests have a quality experience

· Manage rooming lists, cut off dates, and attrition calculations in conjunction with the Sales & Events Coordinator.

· Manages final group bill, deposits and final payment including World of Hyatt points and commissions

· Prioritizes and follows through on all job-related duties.

· Accurate assimilation and processing of banquet charges for accounting

· Assist sales team in coordinating in-market sales trips or FAMS.

· Source vendors for meeting services not in Miraval inventory including upcharge per SOP.

· Conducts follow up post events

To be successful:

· Embraces the ethos and culture of the Miraval wellbeing brand

· University degree or diploma qualification in Sales or Marketing and/or Hospitality or Tourism Management or industry experience equivalent

· Previous experience in hotel event management or similar

· Minimum 3 years’ experience within a 4–5-star hotel sales environment

· Understands that the Miraval clientele may vary from traditional hotels in regard to target audiences, size of group and intention of visit

· Excellent emotional intelligence

· Effective as a team player within the Sales Department, as well as the hotel in general

· Ability to easily and willingly adapt to a change of policy, procedures, and work environment

· Ability to Create detailed and complete event orders to communicate event setup, AV needs, F&B needs, and programing

· Understands how to communicate thru a group resume to convey all event needs

· Understands how to manage event orders, group resumes, and the distribution to services teams

· Experience conducting and planning site tours and visits

We offer excellent benefits:

iAm Days to spend a paid 8 hours experiencing Miraval, twice per year*
Up to $1000 in Wellbeing or Tuition Reimbursement for personal and professional growth*
Discounted and Complimentary Hyatt Hotel nights*
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance on 30th day of employment*
401K with company match*
Generous Paid Time Off program*
Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance*
Complimentary daily colleague meals
Employee Stock Purchase Plan*
Access to resort facilities including spa services, programs, hiking trails and fitness center

*Exact benefit package is contingent on status

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,

national origin, disability or protected veteran status.