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Event Manager, Associate

ITA Group Inc
West Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/7/2026

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Associate Event Manager promotes goodwill for ITA Group by providing prompt, courteous and exceptional service to internal and external customers at all times. They will assist and (where applicable) develop and operate travel programs for existing clients while providing a level of support to the internal team members that exceeds expectations. This position will assist in the development and maintenance of key suppliers, congress associations, and client relationships.

The Associate Event Manager will assist the Event Managers (EMs), Sr. Event Managers, Travel Accounts Representatives (TARs) and Sr. Travel Account Representatives in their efforts to operate successful and profitable travel programs for ITA Group. They will also assist the Event Coordinators when necessary.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to work the time necessary to complete projects and/or meet deadlines.
  • Associates degree with two years of work experience or a bachelor’s degree is required.
  • Good mathematical skills.
  • Ability to handle numerous projects and to prioritize workload; effective organizational skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams for Windows.
  • Ability to learn registration / website platform systems and become proficient.
  • Effective problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to provide back-up assistance to EMs and Sr. EMs who are out of the office.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

ITA Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Company will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Company.

ABOUT ITA GROUP

ITA Group is an employee-owned engagement and loyalty company that provides data-driven solutions designed to uniquely motivate and inspire our clients’ employees, channel partners and customers. Creating engaging employee experiences is at the heart of what we do and who we are, and we continuously evaluate our team member benefits to ensure our team members are cared for. We offer an array of competitive benefits, including healthy retirement contributions, health, dental and vision insurance, paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements, Volunteer Time Off, paid sabbaticals, anniversary awards and more! Come join our team, recently recognized by several top organizations as a Great Place to Work. 

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