Senior Manager, Conferences & Community Events
Fora
About Fora
Fora is the modern travel agency, redefining what it means to be a travel advisor in today’s world. We’re a next-generation platform that provides a comprehensive, business-in-a-box solution—combining cutting-edge technology, personalized training, a vibrant community, and exclusive industry partnerships—all designed to empower anyone with a passion for travel to turn that passion into a thriving business. Whether you're a travel enthusiast or an experienced professional, Fora equips you with everything needed to launch and scale a successful travel advisory business, making it the ultimate way to align work with your lifestyle.
At the heart of Fora is our mission: to power the next generation of travel entrepreneurs to transform their love for travel into a fulfilling full-time or part-time career, offering unparalleled flexibility, autonomy, and support. We believe that everyone, from seasoned travel professionals to first-time entrepreneurs, can build a career that’s both profitable and aligned with their passions.
Our platform combines innovative technology with the human touch, offering:
- Best-in-class training programs to help agents develop expert knowledge, no matter their starting point.
- A powerful suite of tools for booking, client management, and marketing, ensuring agents can focus on delivering exceptional travel experiences.
- Access to an engaged community of fellow advisors, fostering collaboration, support, and shared learning.
- Exclusive partnerships with top travel brands, providing access to competitive rates, perks, and experiences that elevate advisors’ offerings.
Since our founding in 2021 by experienced travel entrepreneurs Henley Vazquez, Jake Peters, and Evan Frank, Fora has experienced rapid growth, expanding to a team of 130+ full-time employees based in downtown New York City. Earlier this year, we announced our $60 million Series B and C investment rounds, led by Thrive Capital and Insight Partners, with participation by previous investors including Forerunner and Heartcore Capital. This funding represents a vote of confidence in the enduring power of entrepreneurship, and secures our ability to build a category-defining travel brand. We have a vision for the future that leverages the best of humans and the best of technology to create the first truly unified platform for all travel needs - from staycation to the safari.
We're proud of the recognition we've received, including:
- LinkedIn’s Top Startups List 2024
- Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies 2025 and 2023
- Built In 2025 Best Places to Work
- And several "top agency" awards from our fantastic partners including Virtuoso, IHG, Four Seasons, and more
Fora is a mission-driven company that believes in the power of entrepreneurship, community, and passion. As we continue to grow, we are looking for more talented and like-minded individuals to join our team - people who are excited about transforming the travel space and helping us scale our vision globally.
About The Role
We’re looking for a seasoned Senior Manager, Conferences & Community Events to lead Fora’s large-scale, community-facing event strategy and execution.
This role serves as the strategic owner and driver of Fora’s most visible gatherings — including our annual flagship conference Live Forum, Networking Roadshows, Keynote Events, and other community-driven experiences that connect, inspire, and empower our travel advisors.
You’ll oversee the strategy, budget, and execution of these programs while leading a small but growing team. The ideal candidate brings both strategic vision and operational excellence — someone who can think big, execute flawlessly, and ensure every event delivers commercial, brand, and community impact for Fora’s advisors and our global travel partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Event Strategy & Execution: Own the strategic direction and execution of Fora’s conferences and community events, ensuring every program advances advisor development, builds community, strengthens partner relationships, and aligns with broader company objectives.
- Program Design & Delivery: Oversee the end-to-end creation and production of event programs—from programming and large-scale production to logistics, communications, and reporting—to deliver high-impact experiences.
- P&L Ownership: Own the full Conferences & Community Events budget, including annual forecasting, cost planning, revenue generation, and post-event reconciliation, maintaining rigorous financial tracking and accountability.
- Performance Measurement: Establish clear success metrics, evaluate performance across events, and iterate on the event portfolio to enhance advisor value and amplify Fora’s brand presence.
- Attendee Experience Management: Oversee all attendee-facing operational systems—including ticketing, invoicing, event pages, and communications flows—to ensure a frictionless and consistent experience.
- Partner Engagement: Shape the partner and sponsorship strategy for our large-scale events, collaborating with the Partners Team to design opportunities that provide measurable value and drive revenue.
- Insights & Optimization: Work with the Data Team to analyze engagement and satisfaction metrics, transforming insights into continuous improvements in programming and attendee journeys.
- Team Leadership: Lead and develop a growing team responsible for delivering high-quality, large-scale event programs, providing structure, guidance, and support.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Finance, Brand, Training, Communications, Partners, and Advisor Segment Owners to align on event priorities, program goals, and resource needs for seamless execution.
Requirements
- 6–8 years of experience in strategic event program development and hands-on execution of large-scale conferences or networking events (500–1,000+ attendees).
- 2–3 years of experience designing community-driven events with long-term value and diverse stakeholder needs in mind.
- Experience building or scaling networking-focused programs, including facilitated or speed-networking formats with high volumes of 1:1 or small-group meetings (a strong plus).
- Proven ability to manage and develop high-performing teams through complex program execution.
- Experience overseeing end-to-end P&L management for seven-figure budgets, including forecasting and tracking of expenses and revenue.
- Strong knowledge of event technology and ticketing platforms (Cvent, Bizzabo, Splash, etc).
- Excellent communicator who drives cross-functional alignment with clarity and accountability.
- Calm under pressure, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering exceptional attendee experiences.
- Deep understanding of the commercial, brand, and community impact of well-executed events.
- Based in NYC or willing to relocate; must be authorized to work in the US.
Compensation
Compensation for this role varies based on experience, with an indicative range of $100K–$150K + equity. Final compensation will depend on the level at which the candidate is hired, as we’re considering multiple levels for this role.
Additional benefits include:
- Unlimited vacation
- Health Insurance (including an option completely covered by Fora HQ)
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Wellhub Memberships
- 401k plan with company match
- Commuter Benefits
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Stock Options
This role is based in our beautiful New York City office (Tribeca/Fidi) with lots of natural light and great views.
Our Values
We’re forging our own path
Fora has always been about driving change within the industry. We’re not interested in maintaining the status quo.
We’re stronger together
Community is our cornerstone and collective power is our strength. We believe we can all go further when we operate together, using our combined leverage to unlock better opportunities and outcomes for our advisors, partners, and travelers.
We believe in technology
We believe technology is an answer to some of the most fundamental challenges the travel industry faces. We believe advancements in AI, bold investments in our platforms, and a world-class data infrastructure will transform the work of our advisors and our partners, while creating better travel experiences for travelers.
We’re here to serve
We operate in service of our community and believe that when they’re empowered to focus on what they do best, we all win. It’s why we relentlessly advocate for our advisors and prioritize their best interest every step of the way.
We mean business
Fora is equal parts fun, meaningful work and serious travel business. We’re unlocking opportunities for thousands of travel entrepreneurs, delivering a stream of high-quality guests at scale for our partners, and providing a superior travel experience for our travelers. It’s a better equation for the future of our industry.
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WORK AUTHORIZATION
You must have authorization to work in the United States. Fora is unable to assist applicants with obtaining work authorization.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Fora is committed to an equitable hiring process and an inclusive work environment. BIPOC and traditionally underrepresented candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We will not discriminate and will take action to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any other characteristic protected by law.