Sales Manager, Private Events (Chicago)

At Yondr, we believe in the power of presence. Our mission is to create phone-free spaces that deepen human connection and elevate shared experiences. We partner with artists, educators, and visionaries to design environments that put people, not devices, at the center.

Yondr’s business segments span numerous industries, primarily across education and live events. Yondr supports schools through cell phone-free programs. Our education programs facilitate the successful implementation of phone-free school environments by providing administrators and teachers with education, training, and development resources, along with all necessary equipment. In addition, Yondr supports top artists in music and comedy by creating phone-free shows, allowing performers and audience members to enjoy live performances without the distraction of phones.

SUMMARY

Yondr’s Events team is seeking a Private Events Sales Manager to source and organize phone-free private Events. This person will bring their expertise, relationships, and on-the-ground experience to drive new business and execute successful phone-free events from start to finish. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, highly organized and comfortable with data entry and systems.

While this position is remote, we are prioritizing candidates located in the Chicago area.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Define and implement strategy to grow Yondr’s Events business in North America.

  • Emphasis on weddings, corporate, hospitality, celebrity, and music based events

• Source Event leads through inbound and outbound tactics.

• Properly quote Event service by assessing a client’s needs and the nature of the event.

• Craft an on site plan for each Event, taking into account staffing, layout and all logistics involved.

• Remain on-call the day of the event to problem-solve any potential issues.

• Upload and update Event and client information into internal systems.

• Analyze the success of each event by collecting feedback from attendees and staff.

• Create and develop strong, long-lasting relationships with customers

• Ensure every customer feels supported and is successful in creating a phone-free event

• Oversee and manage smooth transition from sales conversation to implementation, back to account management

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 4+ years in event planning / producing

• Optional 2+ years experience in sales

• Optional 2+ years experience recruiting, hiring, and retaining staff

• Passionate about Yondr’s mission

• Enjoy speaking with people in-person

• Excited to travel and be on the road

• Excited to work on the ground at events

• Open to working on weekends and “event hours”

• Understands the "language" of events / wedding planners

• Extreme attention to detail in all aspects of responsibilities

• Proficient in Google Suite

• 100% paid medical coverage plan option for employees and access to 15+ plan types, including PPO, HMO and HDHP

• Dental and vision and ancillary benefits such as short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance

• Generous PTO for rest and recharge throughout the year

• 12 weeks of paid parental leave

• 1 week paid holiday break at the end of December, for a company-wide closure + 11 additional nationally recognized holidays

• 401(k) offering

• Tech tool preference, including choice of PC or Mac.

• Hybrid employees receive catered lunch twice a week.

Yondr is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its hiring of employees based on race, religion, gender, or sexual orientation.  

Compensation Range: $70K - $75K