Lead Event Planning Specialist

Job description

We are looking for an Event Lead EMEA, based at the European Headquarters in Hilversum, the Netherlands, to drive and execute high-impact virtual, hybrid, and in-person event experiences. WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH: Reporting to the Director, Events EMEA, you will work closely with the EMEA Events team across the geography, as well as with our external strategic event partners at EHQ. You will collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional partners to provide thought leadership, manage key business relationships, and deliver distinctive, Nike-only event concepts. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: You will develop and deliver event experiences that bring the brand and sales message to life across the consumer journey. In this role, you will contribute to the Meetings and Events strategy, enabling the business to create greater impact while setting a benchmark for fully on-brand event experiences within the industry. You have experience across all disciplines of events, spanning both B2B and B2C formats, with a proven track record of driving event innovation grounded in clear strategy. As the Events Lead, you will provide strategic recommendations to the business and deliver best value acros...