Top 16 Event planner Jobs in Columbus

Manager Executive Meetings and Events
AEP Service Corporation —Columbus, OH
- $116,255.00 - $151,132.50 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Marketing
- Office
- 8 years
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
6d
Sr. Events Coordinator
OCLC —Dublin, OH
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
Executive Assistant to the Executive Director & Event Coordinator
BalletMet —Columbus, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
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Cameron Mitchell Restaurants LLC —Columbus, OH
- From $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Cleaning
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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6d
Events Coordinator
CCV —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Marketing
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Community & Events Coordinator
Holder Construction —Dublin, OH
- Background check
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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14d
Social Media and Event Planner
Embark Recruiting Solutions —Columbus, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Marketing
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
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Seasonal Event Operations Coordinator (Part-Time)
HFP Racing —Columbus, OH
- $25 - $40 an hour
- Part-time
- Google Workspace
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Travel
- Flexible schedule
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9d
Event Coordinator
LifeWise Academy Inc —Hilliard, OH
- From $48,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Event Coordinator
The Christian and Missionary Alliance —Reynoldsburg, OH
- $49,000 - $59,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Communication skills
- Paid jury duty
- Health savings account
10d
Part Time Events Coordinator
Central Ohio Youth for Christ —Columbus, OH
- Part-time
- Entry level
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Special Events and Development Manager
Epilepsy Alliance Ohio —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Social media management
- Public speaking
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Event Coordinator (Part-Time)
Fooda —Columbus, OH
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- US work authorization
- Restaurant
- Restaurant experience
- 401(k) matching
- Opportunities for advancement
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Banquet Manager
BRIDGEWATER BANQUET AND CONFERENCE —Powell, OH
- $50,000 - $57,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Leadership
- Paid time off
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Manager Executive Meetings and Events

AEP Service Corporation -
Columbus, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$116,255.00 - $151,132.50 a year
6 days ago

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Budget control
Collaboration with board members
Bachelor's degree
Managing event budgets
Vendor relationship management
Contracts
Vendor contract management
Supplier relationship management (SRM)
Cross-functional team management
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Job Posting End Date

07-27-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

We’re looking for a senior-level event professional who can operate at the highest level of trust, discretion, and execution. This role is responsible for orchestrating the executive event experience, owning end-to-end delivery, acting as a trusted partner to senior leaders, and coordinating across internal teams and external partners to ensure every detail reflects AEP’s standards and brand.

This role will execute large-scale corporate events, including Board of Directors meetings and executive leadership engagements. They will operate as a strategic project manager, executive liaison, and on-site leader, ensuring seamless execution from initial planning through post event follow-up.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

Executive & Board Experience

Work in partnership with the Office of the Corporate Secretary to design and deliver high-touch, concierge-level experiences for Board of Directors meetings.
Work closely with the Corporate Special Projects and Events Planner on executive and leadership meetings and programs, as well as other events as they arise.
Build and manage detailed meeting timelines and executive briefing materials.
Anticipate needs and proactively resolve issues to ensure a seamless experience.

End-to-End Event Ownership

Lead planning and execution of Board meetings and support other executive and leadership engagements.
Develop and manage comprehensive timelines and work plans.
Oversee event logistics, including vendor management, venues, catering, transportation, audiovisual, security, and IT.
Lead site selection and advance work with internal and external partners.

Project Management & Cross-Functional Leadership

Operate as the central project manager for each quarterly meeting, coordinating across departments.
Facilitate kickoff meetings, weekly check-ins, and milestone reviews among internal teams to ensure alignment and accountability.
Delegate and coordinate tasks across internal team resources.

On-Site Execution

Serve as onsite lead, ensuring flawless execution of all meeting elements, including transitions, timing, and technical production.
Maintain composure and control in high-stakes, quick-paced environments.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
8+ years of experience in corporate event planning, with direct experience supporting executive leadership or Board-level events.
Proven ability to manage complex, high-visibility events from concept through execution of varying formats and sizes (from 50 to 150+ attendees).
Experience operating as a lead planner or single owner for executive events preferred.
Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
Exceptional project management and organizational skills.

Comfortable working with senior leadership.
High level of discretion, judgment, and professionalism.
Expertise in vendor management, contracts, and budget oversight.
Strong collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.

Core Traits

Detail-oriented and highly organized.
“Get to Yes” attitude.
Trusted partner who builds credibility quickly.
Comfortable operating with ambiguity and high expectations.
Strong bias for ownership and accountability.

Where You'll Work:

On-Site in the AEP Headquarters in Columbus, OH

What You'll Get:

Base salary
Annual bonus
401K match
AEP Pension
Comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-009

Compensation Range:

$116,255.00 - $151,132.50

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

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