They will be responsible for delivering a portfolio of fundraising and engagement events reflective of the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) brand, while supporting a significant ecosystem of relationships, such as vendor and agency relationships, sponsorship partnerships, and thousands of annual attendee touchpoints, ensuring exceptional guest experiences that advance our fundraising, cultivation, stewardship, and organizational objectives. Oversee a diverse portfolio of event vendors, agencies, production partners, and service providers, ensuring high-quality execution, accountability, and cost-effective performance, maintaining strong relationships while identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency, service delivery, and event outcomes.