Vice President, Events

SANDOW DESIGN GROUP is seeking an experienced Vice President of Events to lead strategy and execution for our flagship Interior Design brand events and support cross-brand programming for Metropolis, Design Milk and ThinkLab. This senior role requires strong leadership, operational excellence, budget management, and the ability to oversee complex, high-profile events. Ideal candidates have 10+ years in major event production and are ready to shape the future of experiential design-industry programming.

The Vice President of Events will serve as the strategic and operational leader for events, including the iconic Hall of Fame, Giants events, Re : Source retreats, and 30 / 30 Conferences, while also providing oversight and guidance across other SDG brand experiences. This role blends strategic foresight with operational excellence, ensuring every event embodies our brand values, exceeds client expectations, and delivers measurable business results.

This is a senior leadership position requiring an entrepreneurial spirit, a proven ability to scale complex event programs, and the vision to evolve SANDOW DESIGN GROUP's live experiences for the next generation of the design industry.

Key Responsibilities

Event Strategy & Leadership

• Define and execute the long-term event strategy and support cross-brand event initiatives across SANDOW DESIGN GROUP.
• Partner with executive leadership to develop events that drive audience engagement, client ROI, and brand growth.
• Identify new opportunities for experiential innovation, including hybrid, digital, and thought leadership activations.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing events team, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, and excellence.

Planning & Execution

Budgeting & Financial Oversight

Cross-Brand Collaboration

Innovation & Process Development

Data, Reporting & ROI

Qualifications

Why Join SANDOW DESIGN GROUP?

This is an opportunity to shape the future of design industry events for some of the most respected brands in media. You'll lead experiences that not only celebrate design but also move the industry forward — through storytelling, innovation, and connection.

At SANDOW DESIGN GROUP, we bring together creativity, data, and collaboration to create experiences that inspire. As Vice President of Events, you'll sit at the intersection of strategy, storytelling, and execution — helping us set the standard for what design industry events can be.