Event Director

We hired for this role last year and have seen the impact it can make on our team and member experience. As Truss continues to grow, we’re excited to bring on a second outstanding Event Director to help elevate our events even further.

Lehi, UT (Hybrid – local presence required)

Full-time

Frequent travel for events and site visits

Compensation: Competitive and aligned with experience and performance

At Truss, we believe business is about knowing the right people.

We bring together CEOs and founders who value relationships as one of the most important assets in business. Through extraordinary experiences around the world, we create environments where meaningful connections naturally happen.

As our community grows, we are looking for an exceptional Director of Events who can design and execute the experiences that make Truss unique.

Our members run demanding companies. When they attend a Truss event, it needs to feel worth their time—thoughtful, seamless, and unforgettable.

The right person for this role loves people, thrives in fast-moving environments, and takes pride in creating experiences that bring remarkable people together.

— Logan

Truss is a private community of high-level CEOs and founders committed to building meaningful relationships with other exceptional leaders.

We host world-class experiences—from international retreats to curated local events—designed to help our members connect on a deeper level both personally and professionally.

To deliver these experiences well, we build a team that is:

• Socially gifted

• Detail-oriented

• Service-driven

• Solution-focused

The Director of Events leads the planning and execution of the experiences that define the Truss community.

This role manages the full lifecycle of Truss events—from destination scouting and vendor negotiations to itinerary design and on-site execution.

The right candidate is highly organized, socially confident, and capable of managing complex logistics while delivering the high-touch service our members expect.

• Collaborate with the CEO and other Event Directors to design the annual Truss trip calendar

• Plan and execute 5–8 trips annually (international and domestic)

• Conduct site visits to evaluate future event destinations

• Design detailed itineraries that create memorable member experiences

• Negotiate contracts with hotels, venues, and vendors

• Maintain strong relationships with hospitality partners

• Manage event budgets and financial accountability

• Coordinate logistics with the internal team

• Select and coordinate event gifting

• Host and oversee events to ensure seamless execution

Help plan and execute local events that strengthen the Truss community, including:

• CEO lunches

• Happy hours

• Date nights

• Golf events

• Local getaways

Responsibilities include coordinating venues, managing logistics, and supporting event execution to ensure a high-quality member experience.

This role is best suited for someone experienced in planning high-end events or executive-level travel experiences.

Qualifications include:

• 3+ years planning corporate events, retreats, or travel programs

• Experience working with CEOs, founders, or VIP clients

• Strong vendor negotiation and contract management experience

• Experience managing domestic and international travel logistics

• Strong budgeting and organizational skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal ability

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• High attention to detail and professionalism

• Calm, solution-oriented approach under pressure

• Must reside in the Salt Lake City area

• Familiarity with venues along the Wasatch Front is a plus

Socially Gifted – You naturally connect with people and make others feel welcome.

Detail-Oriented – You notice the small things that elevate an experience.

Service-Driven – You anticipate needs and care deeply about the guest experience.

Solution-Focused – You stay calm under pressure and solve problems quickly.

Highly Organized – You manage many moving parts while keeping everything running smoothly.

To apply, please submit your resume along with a brief answer to the following question:

Tell us about an event or experience you planned that people still talk about. What made it memorable?