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Event Planner jobs in District of Columbia are concentrated in Washington DC, where federal agencies, major associations, international nonprofits, and hospitality groups like Marriott International, Hilton, and the Smithsonian Institution drive consistent demand across government conferences, association summits, corporate meetings, and diplomatic receptions. The market covers everything from entry-level event coordinators to senior directors managing large-scale galas and multi-day policy forums. The most in-demand specialties are government and federal contract events, association and nonprofit conferences, and corporate meetings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Ned’s Club Washington,DC has five luxurious private event spaces on our events floor which are open to members and non-members alike. Rooms range in size from 24 to 150 guests each. As the Head of Event Sales you will lead all sales activity for this floor,driving revenue,building client relationships and partnering closely with operations to deliver exceptional events.
What’s the role?
Head of Event Sales
Who we are…
The Ned and Ned’s Club are a global collection of hotels,clubs,spas and restaurants for like-minded individuals to meet,work and have a good time.
Nine years after launching The Ned London in 2017,we are proud to have opened a Ned’s Club in the US capital in 2025,our fourth and newest location.
The property…
Ned’s Club Washington DC is a members’ club set over three floors of a neoclassical style building situated within President’s Park at 734 15th Street NW.
The Riggs Building sits opposite the US Treasury and was constructed in 1930. The 12-story building is located around the corner from the White House and sits above the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream,formerly the historic Riggs Bank Corcoran branch.
The Club has a Rooftop Terrace and Loft Restaurant with views overlooking the White House,US Treasury and Washington Monument,plus a Founder’s Dining Room,The Library,Drawing Room,Gallery and Conservatory. On level nine,there is a self-contained floor of private event spaces.
As the leader of a growing team,you will:
- Lead a $15M+ private events sales operation,overseeing revenue strategy,team performance,client satisfaction,event execution and a healthy departmental P&L.
- Help develop the external brand of the events floor and work with PR team to ensure the venue is known and desired across luxury clients in DC and across the globe.
- Develop and maintain a long-term sales plan,including revenue targets,pipeline strategy,prospecting activity,pricing approach and rebooking opportunities.
- Lead,manage,coach and grow Sales Managers and support staff,ensuring clear accountability and consistent execution across all event functions.
- Communicate,assign and delegate responsibility and authority across the catering and events team to support seamless planning,handoff and execution.
- Develop,implement and maintain department service guidelines,training standards,operating procedures and event set-up specifications.
- Ensure the team consistently meets and exceeds customer expectations by working closely with meeting planners,members,clients and vendors to understand needs,recommend solutions and deliver exceptional experiences.
- Support the team in finalizing event details,suggesting alternatives as appropriate,coordinating last-minute changes,working with outside vendors,conducting post-function reviews and soliciting re-bookings.
- Maintain accurate documentation of events,including complete programming of all sales and catering bookings.
- Achieve monthly,quarterly and annual revenue and direct sales goals through outside sales calls,prospecting calls,site inspections,trade shows,networking and client entertainment.
- Deliver exceptional client and member experiences through personal attention,individual accountability and strong teamwork.
- Train team to identify and utilize upsell opportunities to maximize sales above contracted minimum spend.
- Lead team and departmental meetings,ensuring clear priorities,follow-up and accountability.
- Prepare and review forecasts,budgets,reports and cost controls,implementing effective controls for labor,product cost and departmental profitability.
What you can you bring to the role:
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in hospitality sales and private events; senior-level catering events sales experience preferred.
- Proven track record of achieving and exceeding revenue goals in a high-volume,premium hospitality environment.
- A commercially minded and analytical approach,with experience using data and market insights to shape sales strategies,maximize event performance,and drive revenue growth.
- Demonstrated experience leading,mentoring and developing high-performing sales and events teams.
- Strong understanding of event operations,including front-of-house and back-of-house coordination,event detailing,vendor management and service delivery.
- Extensive experience with budgeting,forecasting,labor management,revenue reporting and margin management.
- Excellent relationship-building,communication skills (internal and client facing),negotiation techniques,presentation and administration skills.
- Strong business development mindset with the ability to identify new opportunities,build a qualified pipeline and convert leads into profitable bookings.
- Ability to work effectively under time constraints,manage multiple priorities and remain calm and solutions-oriented in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and with platforms such as Tripleseat,Delphi,Salesforce or similar systems is a plus.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule,including nights,weekends,holidays and attendance at social,networking and industry events.
- This role is 100% onsite with no remote work.
What can The Ned give you?
- Salary of up to $150,000,dependent on experience
- Bonus eligible based on individual,team and company performance.
- Comprehensive medical,dental and vision benefits.
- Paid time off and company-observed holidays.
- 401(k) plan matching.
- Employee dining,wellness and lifestyle benefits.
- Opportunities for growth within The Ned and its wider hospitality network.
- A collaborative,high-energy work environment rooted in exceptional service,creativity and attention to detail.
At The Ned,we don't just celebrate our diversity,we challenge ourselves to do even better. The Ned is committed to being the best place to work,and ensuring that we have a leading diversity,equity and
inclusion program is central to making that vision a reality.
Please let us know of any specific needs you may have during your interview.
All candidates must be able to live and work in the US to be considered for this role.
Apply today and join us as our Director of Food & Beverage
OUR DOORS ARE YOURS TO OPEN
Ned's Club is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We seek to recruit,develop,and retain the most talented people from a wide range of backgrounds,perspectives,and experiences. We welcome applications from all genders,races,religions,ages,sexual orientations,parents,veterans,people living with disabilities,and those who bring diverse viewpoints to our business.
#lovethened
Salary of up to $150,000/year
Ned’s Club Washington,DC has five luxurious private event spaces on our events floor which are open to members and non-members alike. Rooms range in size from 24 to 150 guests each. As the Head of Event Sales you will lead all sales activity for this floor,driving revenue,building client relationships and partnering closely with operations to deliver exceptional events.
What’s the role?
Head of Event Sales
Who we are…
The Ned and Ned’s Club are a global collection of hotels,clubs,spas and restaurants for like-minded individuals to meet,work and have a good time.
Nine years after launching The Ned London in 2017,we are proud to have opened a Ned’s Club in the US capital in 2025,our fourth and newest location.
The property…
Ned’s Club Washington DC is a members’ club set over three floors of a neoclassical style building situated within President’s Park at 734 15th Street NW.
The Riggs Building sits opposite the US Treasury and was constructed in 1930. The 12-story building is located around the corner from the White House and sits above the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream,formerly the historic Riggs Bank Corcoran branch.
The Club has a Rooftop Terrace and Loft Restaurant with views overlooking the White House,US Treasury and Washington Monument,plus a Founder’s Dining Room,The Library,Drawing Room,Gallery and Conservatory. On level nine,there is a self-contained floor of private event spaces.
As the leader of a growing team,you will:
- Lead a $15M+ private events sales operation,overseeing revenue strategy,team performance,client satisfaction,event execution and a healthy departmental P&L.
- Help develop the external brand of the events floor and work with PR team to ensure the venue is known and desired across luxury clients in DC and across the globe.
- Develop and maintain a long-term sales plan,including revenue targets,pipeline strategy,prospecting activity,pricing approach and rebooking opportunities.
- Lead,manage,coach and grow Sales Managers and support staff,ensuring clear accountability and consistent execution across all event functions.
- Communicate,assign and delegate responsibility and authority across the catering and events team to support seamless planning,handoff and execution.
- Develop,implement and maintain department service guidelines,training standards,operating procedures and event set-up specifications.
- Ensure the team consistently meets and exceeds customer expectations by working closely with meeting planners,members,clients and vendors to understand needs,recommend solutions and deliver exceptional experiences.
- Support the team in finalizing event details,suggesting alternatives as appropriate,coordinating last-minute changes,working with outside vendors,conducting post-function reviews and soliciting re-bookings.
- Maintain accurate documentation of events,including complete programming of all sales and catering bookings.
- Achieve monthly,quarterly and annual revenue and direct sales goals through outside sales calls,prospecting calls,site inspections,trade shows,networking and client entertainment.
- Deliver exceptional client and member experiences through personal attention,individual accountability and strong teamwork.
- Train team to identify and utilize upsell opportunities to maximize sales above contracted minimum spend.
- Lead team and departmental meetings,ensuring clear priorities,follow-up and accountability.
- Prepare and review forecasts,budgets,reports and cost controls,implementing effective controls for labor,product cost and departmental profitability.
What you can you bring to the role:
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in hospitality sales and private events; senior-level catering events sales experience preferred.
- Proven track record of achieving and exceeding revenue goals in a high-volume,premium hospitality environment.
- A commercially minded and analytical approach,with experience using data and market insights to shape sales strategies,maximize event performance,and drive revenue growth.
- Demonstrated experience leading,mentoring and developing high-performing sales and events teams.
- Strong understanding of event operations,including front-of-house and back-of-house coordination,event detailing,vendor management and service delivery.
- Extensive experience with budgeting,forecasting,labor management,revenue reporting and margin management.
- Excellent relationship-building,communication skills (internal and client facing),negotiation techniques,presentation and administration skills.
- Strong business development mindset with the ability to identify new opportunities,build a qualified pipeline and convert leads into profitable bookings.
- Ability to work effectively under time constraints,manage multiple priorities and remain calm and solutions-oriented in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and with platforms such as Tripleseat,Delphi,Salesforce or similar systems is a plus.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule,including nights,weekends,holidays and attendance at social,networking and industry events.
- This role is 100% onsite with no remote work.
What can The Ned give you?
- Salary of up to $150,000,dependent on experience
- Bonus eligible based on individual,team and company performance.
- Comprehensive medical,dental and vision benefits.
- Paid time off and company-observed holidays.
- 401(k) plan matching.
- Employee dining,wellness and lifestyle benefits.
- Opportunities for growth within The Ned and its wider hospitality network.
- A collaborative,high-energy work environment rooted in exceptional service,creativity and attention to detail.
At The Ned,we don't just celebrate our diversity,we challenge ourselves to do even better. The Ned is committed to being the best place to work,and ensuring that we have a leading diversity,equity and
inclusion program is central to making that vision a reality.
Please let us know of any specific needs you may have during your interview.
All candidates must be able to live and work in the US to be considered for this role.
Apply today and join us as our Director of Food & Beverage
OUR DOORS ARE YOURS TO OPEN
Ned's Club is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We seek to recruit,develop,and retain the most talented people from a wide range of backgrounds,perspectives,and experiences. We welcome applications from all genders,races,religions,ages,sexual orientations,parents,veterans,people living with disabilities,and those who bring diverse viewpoints to our business.
#lovethened
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Event Planner Job Market in District of Columbia
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Who's Hiring
- Encore Global11
- Government Executive Media Group2
- EAB1
- Accor1
- Rocket1
Top Industries Hiring
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What District of Columbia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in event planner jobs across District of Columbia.
- Bachelor's degree in event management, hospitality, communications, or a related field
- Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) credential preferred or required by many DC employers
- Experience managing government, association, or nonprofit events in the DC market
- Proficiency with event management platforms such as Cvent, Bizzabo, or Eventbrite
- Strong vendor and venue coordination experience with DC-area hotels and conference centers
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance for federal contract work
Event Planner Jobs in District of Columbia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a event planner in District of Columbia?
District of Columbia does not require a state-issued license to work as an event planner, so the path centers on education and professional credentials. Most DC employers expect a bachelor's degree in hospitality, communications, or a related field. Earning the Certified Meeting Professional credential through the Events Industry Council is the most recognized qualification in the DC market, particularly for roles supporting federal agencies, trade associations, and international organizations headquartered in the city.
Which companies hire event planners in District of Columbia?
Employers hiring event planners in District of Columbia right now include Encore Global, Government Executive Media Group, and EAB, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. DC's high concentration of trade associations, federal contractors, international nonprofits, and major hotel groups means event planner demand here is more stable and varied than in most other U.S. markets.
Which District of Columbia cities have the most event planner jobs?
The cities with the most event planner openings in District of Columbia are Washington. Washington DC anchors the market entirely, driven by its dense cluster of federal agencies, Capitol Hill offices, international organizations, and a convention and hospitality sector that revolves around year-round government and association activity, while nearby areas like Bethesda and Arlington support overflow demand from large healthcare systems and defense contractors.
Are there remote event planner jobs in District of Columbia?
Yes, but they're limited. Most event planner work is inherently on-site given the need for vendor coordination, venue walkthroughs, and day-of management. About 38% of event planner openings tied to District of Columbia are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those openings tend to cover pre-event logistics, vendor communications, and budget coordination rather than full event execution.
How can I get hired as a event planner in District of Columbia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in DC is through event coordinator or event assistant roles at trade associations, nonprofits, or hotel catering departments, all of which hire regularly in the District. Many large DC associations and government contractors bring on coordinators to support senior planners on federal conference and summit projects. Pursuing the CMP certification early, building a portfolio through volunteer work with DC-area nonprofit galas or community events, and targeting catering coordinator roles at Marriott or Hilton properties downtown can open the door quickly.
Where can I find and apply to event planner jobs in District of Columbia?
You can find and apply to event planner jobs in District of Columbia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across Washington DC and the surrounding metro. Search the available roles, identify the ones that fit your experience and specialty, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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