Events Specialist

This is an exciting time to join Illuminate USA as we continue to grow and innovate. We’re not just building solar panels—we’re building a team of dedicated, passionate associates eager to make a real impact. If you’re looking to be part of a collaborative, people-focused, and forward-thinking workplace, we want to hear from you!

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and continuous opportunities for career growth. Come join us on this journey to create a brighter, more sustainable future in the Columbus area.

Job Summary:

We are looking for an Event Specialist who can bring ideas to life and create experiences that people remember. From associate celebrations to community partnerships and recruiting events, this role focuses on planning, coordinating, and delivering seamless events that highlight the energy and culture of Illuminate USA. If you enjoy organizing details, connecting people, and adding a creative touch, this could be the perfect fit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and execute a wide range of internal and external events including associate celebrations, recruiting fairs, trade shows, community activities, networking opportunities, and local off-site events.

• Represent Illuminate USA at events and support engagement efforts that strengthen brand awareness, community partnerships, and talent attraction.

• Manage the master event calendar to ensure alignment across teams and company priorities.

• Handle event logistics from start to finish including venue selection, vendor coordination, catering, travel arrangements, schedules, set-up, tear-down, and on-site support.

• Coordinate participation in trade shows and external events including booth logistics, materials, promotional items, attendee experience, and post-event follow-up.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, venues, community organizations, and service providers.

• Ensure every event reflects Illuminate USA’s brand, culture, values, and overall experience standards.

• Use creativity, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills to anticipate needs and keep events running smoothly.

• Collect feedback, track event outcomes and participation metrics, and provide recommendations to improve future experiences.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Hospitality, Event Management, or a related field preferred.

• Three or more years of experience in event planning, event coordination, community engagement, trade show management, marketing events, or project management.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines simultaneously.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with confidence interacting across all levels of the organization and with external partners.

• Creative, resourceful, and detail-oriented while maintaining flexibility in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with event management platforms or CRM tools is a plus.

• Ability and willingness to travel locally and attend off-site events, including occasional evening or weekend support as business needs require.

At Illuminate USA, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunity for all, ensuring that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Your unique background and experiences are valued here, as we believe they strengthen our team and drive our mission forward.