Tradeshow and Events Associate

As passionate about our people as we are about our mission.

Why Join Q2?

Q2 is a leading provider of digital banking and lending solutions to banks, credit unions, alternative finance companies, and fintechs in the U.S. and internationally. Our mission is simple: build strong and diverse communities through innovative financial technology—and we do that by empowering our people to help create success for our customers.

What Makes Q2 Special?

SUMMARY
Q2 is seeking an Associate Event Manager who will be responsible for the strategic planning, management, and execution of Q2 hosted events and corporate trade shows and create experiences that help to build thought leadership and brand awareness, establish and foster connections, and drive revenue opportunities and contribute to wins. This is an opportunity for a proactive and innovative event professional with the ability to think beyond logistical execution. This role will reside within the marketing organization and will report to the Director, Trade Shows and Events. Travel required: approximately 20% travel

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Manage events for Q2 including, but not limited to hosted events and conferences and industry trade shows • Deliver an engaging and thoughtful customer experience at all events • Manage all event coordination including day-to-day administration, speaker, venue, vendor communication, and cross-departmental collaboration • Clearly communicate objectives, project status and updates to stakeholders on a regular and consistent basis • Serve as core team planning member for annual client conference • Develop detailed project plans to monitor and track progress of assigned events • Negotiate and manage vendor contracts related to assigned events • Assist department in meeting business objectives for lead generation • Responsible for ensuring that all security, availability, confidentiality and privacy policies and controls are adhered to • Other duties as assigned EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE: • A Bachelor’s degree and ideally one year of experience in corporate or association event management and trade shows • Ability to think strategically, generate creative solutions and manage multiple, time-sensitive projects • Detail oriented, organized, strong project management and budget management skills • Proven ability to manage projects independently, drive projects to completion, and implement change • Communication and interpersonal skills – ability to build strong working relationships and communicate cross functionally and with sales teams and leaders • Strong analytical & problem-solving skills • Ability to work across all levels of stakeholder management and engage in professional and productive collaboration across teams • Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office, including advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint • Strong skills in Cvent, SFDC, Marketo, Wrike preferred • CMP or CTSM Credentials preferred • Ability to travel • Physical Demands: This job requires some physical demands. Examples: standing, walking, lifting/moving objects up to 25 pounds, vision req., noise level, etc, particularly when on-site at an event. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires fluent written and oral communication in English.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Q2’s compensation reflects the cost of labor across a variety of U.S. geographic markets, and we pay based upon the applicant’s geographic location as well as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

This position is a non-exempt hourly position and the range for this position for New York City, Seattle and the San Francisco Bay Area-based roles is $66,000.00-$80,000.00

For New York state (outside New York City), Washington state (outside Seattle), California (outside the San Francisco Bay Area), and Colorado-based roles, the anticipated base salary range for this position is $52,000.00-$66,000.00

Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the applicant’s actual geographic location during the hiring process. Salary ranges for Sales positions are expressed as total target compensation (TTC = base + commission).  A variable bonus and/or restricted stock unit grant may be provided as part of the compensation package in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. 

Health & Wellness

• Hybrid Work Opportunities

• Flexible Time Off 

• Career Development & Mentoring Programs 

• Health & Wellness Benefits, including competitive health insurance offerings and generous paid parental leave for eligible new parents 

• Community Volunteering & Company Philanthropy Programs 

• Employee Peer Recognition Programs – “You Earned it”

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Our Culture & Commitment:

We’re proud to foster a supportive, inclusive environment where career growth, collaboration, and wellness are prioritized. And our benefits go beyond healthcare—offering resources for physical, mental, and professional well-being. Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer. Q2 employees are encouraged to give back through volunteer work and nonprofit support through our Spark Program (see more). We believe in making an impact—in the industry and in the community.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

Applicants in California or Washington State may not be exempt from federal and state overtime requirements