<p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking an exceptional Business Manager / Chief of Staff to support the client's Vice President. This role functions as a direct extension of the VP, serving as a trusted partner responsible for driving operational excellence, strategic alignment, and execution across a highly dynamic technical organization.</p><p>The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced executive environments, excels at cross-functional coordination, and brings strong analytical and communication skills to influence decisions at all levels of the organization.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as primary business partner to the VP and senior leadership, managing executive priorities and strategic initiatives</li><li>Prepare briefings, materials, and insights for L10+ executive audiences</li><li>Drive cross-functional alignment across Finance, HR, Recruiting, PR, and technical teams</li><li>Lead operational planning efforts including OP1/OP2 cycles, 3-year planning, goals management, and business reviews</li><li>Design and implement scalable governance frameworks, reporting structures, and operational processes</li><li>Facilitate executive communications, staff meetings, offsites, and cross-team forums</li><li>Translate complex technical and business concepts into clear executive-level narratives</li><li>Lead high-visibility cross-functional initiatives and special projects from planning through execution</li><li>Identify operational inefficiencies and drive continuous improvement across the organization</li><li>Ensure accountability and timely delivery of strategic commitments</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a creative and highly organized Event Manager to help deliver memorable experiences for a growing portfolio of community programs, brand activations, showcases, and family-focused events in Seattle, Washington (including Greater Seattle area).</p><p><br></p><p>This role partners closely with production leadership to shape each event from early concept development through live execution, balancing design sensibility with strong operational follow-through. The ideal candidate brings a sharp visual eye, a strong grasp of guest experience, and the ability to keep multiple moving pieces aligned in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop event plans and production workflows that carry projects from concept through post-event wrap-up.</p><p>• Shape the visual direction of events by guiding décor, furnishings, lighting, styling, and overall environmental design.</p><p>• Create presentation materials such as mood boards, concept decks, layouts, and simple visual mockups to communicate ideas clearly.</p><p>• Translate creative concepts into actionable guidance for fabricators, rental partners, floral teams, audiovisual vendors, and other production collaborators.</p><p>• Coordinate vendors, rentals, scenic elements, signage, and branded materials to ensure a cohesive and well-executed final experience.</p><p>• Support installation, load-in, strike, and onsite event operations while maintaining timelines and resolving issues quickly.</p><p>• Lead select events in a producer capacity, directing onsite teams and ensuring smooth execution for guests and stakeholders.</p><p>• Monitor event details closely to strengthen flow, ambiance, and guest experience across a range of event formats.</p>