Revenue Events Manager

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About the Role:

The Global Revenue Programs & Events team at Kong is the engine behind our high-performance culture and sales momentum. Sitting within the Office of the CRO, this team is responsible for developing and executing a world-class events program that aligns with field initiatives, supports talent retention, and helps drive revenue growth.

As Kong continues to scale, we are seeking an experienced Revenue Events Manager. Reporting to the Director of Global Revenue Programs, you will take full ownership of our global revenue events calendar, from our flagship Annual Sales Kickoff (SKO) to our elite President’s Club incentive trip, ‘Silverback Circle’, and various internal sales events aimed at driving field success. This is a high-visibility role for a strategic operator who thrives on creating unforgettable experiences that align with the CRO’s strategic priorities and empower a global sales organization.

Key Responsibilities:


STRATEGIC PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

- Vision & Strategy: Partner with the Director of Global Revenue Programs to build strategic revenue events that tie business goals and strategy to a longer-term vision and program roadmap.

- The SKO Campaign: Develop the Annual Sales Kickoff (SKO) into a year-round campaign designed to engage, align, and motivate the entire GTM organization in partnership with the Director of Global Revenue Programs.

- Creative Development: Partner with the Director of Global Revenue Programs on the creative evolution of all revenue events to ensure they remain fresh and impactful.

- Field Engagement: Design and execute multiple internal sales events throughout the year aimed at driving field productivity and morale.


END-TO-END EVENT EXECUTION

- Portfolio Management: Lead, manage, and execute multiple complex, cross-functional projects from initiation to completion, including:

- Annual Sales Kickoff (SKO)

- ‘Silverback Circle’ (Annual Incentive Trip)

- Global Revenue Events (Multiple smaller-scale events)

- Recognition Programs: Deal Team Awards and Quarterly Employee Awards.

- Calendar Ownership: Manage and develop the annual Revenue Events calendar to ensure optimal timing and resource allocation.


OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE & GOVERNANCE

- Project Management: Own the setup of projects using PM tools, creating templates, and maintaining documentation to ensure a scalable "playbook" for success.

- Budgetary Control: Lead full budget management and expense reconciliation; collaborate with Procurement to manage payments and vendor contracts.

- Accountability: Ensure internal teams and external vendors meet project deadlines and milestones, proactively re