Senior Director of Events

About us (and you) At State Policy Network , we're building an America where personal freedom, innovation, and opportunity empower everyone to thrive.

We’re a national nonprofit—but more than that, we’re the connector and champion behind a growing movement of state-based think tanks and partners working toward a freer society. That’s where you come in.

In this role, you won’t just be a spectator—you’ll be in the thick of it, working alongside bold leaders to ignite durable, state-level freedom movements. Together, we’ll help high-performing, independent think tanks make a real impact—one state at a time.

How you'll make an impact: SPN is seeking a Senior Director of Events who will thrive at the intersection of big-picture strategy, content programming, and hands-on execution.

We’re looking for someone who sees events not just as gatherings, but as one of SPN's most powerful tools for advancing our mission and network-wide impact. The ideal candidate has experience leading complex events and knows how to turn a vision into a detailed, well-run production.

They are equally strong on content collaboration, helping partner with leadership to shape event agendas and curate speakers and formats.

This person is a natural systems thinker who loves finding the right technology and process to eliminate manual busywork, tighten timelines, and make it possible to scale events—all without losing the warmth and hospitality that make SPN gatherings feel different from a typical conference.

The role requires someone dedicated to building strong relationships with colleagues, vendors, sponsors, and speakers, and who can coach and develop an events team while still rolling up their sleeves.

The ideal candidate will be able to balance strategic planning with on-the-ground execution, translate ambitious goals into clear timelines and budgets, and represent the SPN brand with consistency and polish at every touchpoint. The Senior Director of Eventswill report to the Executive Vice Pres