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Job Description Lead the vision behind PAFA's most high-impact fundraising events; where creativity, strategy, and relationship-building come together to fuel transformational philanthropic support. As Manager of Development Events, you'll shape premier galas and cultivation experiences, engage influential volunteers, and drive revenue-generating moments that elevate the institution's mission. ABOUT PAFA Founded in 1805, the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) is America's first school and museum of fine arts. Located in the center city of Philadelphia, PAFA is intimate in scale with a strong sense of community. PAFA offers several non-degree and certificates in studio art and art appreciation programs. PAFA's museum has an outstanding collection of American art, and the museum actively collects and exhibits contemporary art, including work in new media. Additionally, PAFA is home to the Brodsky Center, a print and papermaking center focused on the creation of innovative editions by contemporary artists. PAFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment that welcomes and encourages recruiting and retaining qualified candidates from diverse groups. PAFA provides equal opportunity to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or status as a veteran. POSITION: Manager of Development Events The Manager of Development Events is responsible for the vision and strategic development of events in support of the fundraising initiatives and goals of the development department. The Manager serves as lead planner for a portfolio of events, including PAFA's two cornerstone revenue generating events, the Annual Student Exhibition Preview Party and Annual Fall Gala, and all other cultivation and stewardship events. The ideal candidate will be creative and innovative, with the ability to conceive and execute high quality special events that meet or exceed annual revenue goals, and will have exemplary relationship building skills with donors and across the institution. The Manager must have volunteer management experience and is responsible for managing PAFA's special events committees and serving as a liaison to PAFA's Women's Committee, in collaboration with the Chief Development Officer. The Manager of Development Events must display a high level of maturity and personal integrity. The ability to interact comfortably and tactfully with varied internal and external constituencies is essential. Reporting to the Director of Development Operations, the Manager plays a key role on the Development team. QUALIFICATIONS • Three to five years of experience managing Development events and working with donors at all levels., • Volunteer management experience required., • Knowledge and ability to create, execute, support, and oversee a comprehensive series of donor events., • A strategic thinker who understands how events impact donor engagement and who demonstrates excellent social skills, with large groups as well as with individuals., • Proven skills and ability to manage multi-phase projects from inception to completion, including the ability to build consensus among team members and balance multiple concurrent priorities., • Experience partnering with marketing colleagues on collateral materials, digital presence, press releases, and event remarks. Strong understanding and experience with digital marketing pieces, including digital communications and social media., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including the appropriate delegation of responsibilities., • Highly detail-oriented, organized, focused and goal-oriented, with a high level of initiative and energy., • Adept at problem solving and using judgment in situations requiring independent initiative and tact., • Solid skills in Word, Outlook, Excel, and Development database management tools; Raiser's Edge NXT knowledge and auction software experience preferred. The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts accepts digital applications only. A complete application should include the following: • Resume, • LastName_FirstName_Resume

Job Description Located in the nation's first skyscraper, Loews Philadelphia Hotel combines living history with warm sophistication. The city's expanding skyline, vibrant arts scene and diverse atmosphere have transformed our neighborhood into a cultural destination. Welcome to Where History Meets Modern Day. Who We Are: Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co-operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations. Growth and belonging start here; you'll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role-from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT-offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact. Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us. What We Offer: • Competitive health & wellness benefits, 401(k) & company match, • Paid Sick Days, Vacation, and Holidays, Paid Bereavement, • Pet Insurance and Paid Pet Bereavement, • Training & Development opportunities, career growth, • Tuition Reimbursement Who You Are: · A Catering champion who is comfortable taking the lead and thinking outside of the box · Relationship builder with a dynamic approach to developing connections · Collaborator who excels in an exciting, ever-evolving environment · Forward thinker with an analytical approach to drive positive results · An entrepreneur at heart who excels in an exciting, ever-evolving environment · Effective communicator, collaborator and team player What You'll Be Doing: · Promptly reply to incoming leads · Personally prospect and sell local Catering business and coordinate the sales efforts of all Catering Sales Managers · Develop a customized Site Visit experience to support in converting business · Plan, coordinate and service all booked Catering events · Implement training for all Catering Managers · Develop annual Catering Sales strategy to retain and grow Catering business which may include special promotions to grow specific segments, sales blitzes, etc. · Host, or participate, in local events to attract new business · Analyze Catering sales performance and financial results to further refine the hotel's Catering sales strategy · Work with the Loews Hotels Brand team and Corporate Catering Director to develop creative Sales and Marketing opportunities · Collaborate with F&B Team to establish creative Wedding Packages, Catering specialty menus, etc. · Research the competitive catering environment to define potential sources of Catering business and to determine strengths and weaknesses of competitors · Partners with Brand and PR Team to maintain and optimize 3rd party website presence · Assist with research and preparation of yearly Catering budget · Direct and assist Catering Managers in setting annual personal objectives and goals · Block space effectively in Delphi to maximize potential revenues, following business review and space release policies on property · Distribute all necessary documents, including Banquet Event Orders and resumes, to all appropriate hotel departments to facilitate efficient operations · Accurately forecast group's anticipated revenue spend · Schedules and coordinates pre-convention and post-convention meetings when required · Discuss group's plans for future events, encouraging rebooking · Responsible for soliciting client's for feedback on Meeting Planner Survey and developing a plan to increase return of Surveys · Partners with Financial Service Center to ensure all aspects of credit and billing process are fulfilled · Attend all meetings as appropriate: Staff, Department, Resume Review and BEO Meeting, etc. · Works on special projects as assigned by Director of Meetings and Events · All other duties as assigned Your Experience Includes: · Minimum six years Catering Sales experience in a full-service hotel environment with proven success · Certified Meeting Planner, Certified Professional in Catering and Events, or similar Designation strongly preferred · Extensive knowledge of all hotel support departments · Delphi experience preferred · Diagram Writing Software experience, such as Social Tables, preferred · Property Management System knowledge preferred · Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite · Able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays What We Offer: · This is a bonus eligible position · Competitive health & wellness benefits, 401(K) & company match · Hybrid remote-eligible work policy · Paid Sick Days, Vacation, and Holidays · Training & Development opportunities, career growth · Tuition Reimbursement · Employee Hotel Rates · Other discounts and more Reports to: Director of Meetings & Events Loews Hotels & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

Job Description Position: Executive Assistant CEO Salary Type: Exempt Salary Range: Location: Philadelphia, PA Groupe Bonduelle is a company that is making a positive impact Bonduelle is the world leader in ready-to-use plant-rich food. By joining our company you will have an opportunity to make a positive and sustainable impact on yourself, others and the planet. You will play an active part in our mission to inspire the transition toward a plant-rich diet to contribute to people's well-being and planet health. Bonduelle is the U.S. business unit of France based Groupe Bonduelle (BON.PA). We are the first business unit of Groupe Bonduelle to become a Certified B Corporation. We operate four processing facilities throughout the U.S. and employ nearly 3,000 Associates who focus on producing and bringing to market fresh vegetable products, prepared salads and plant-based meal solutions. Groupe Bonduelle is a 170 year old French family-owned company that has been at the forefront of plant rich food innovations since 1853. Our ready-to-use plant-rich food products are grown on 173,000 acres by our grower partners and marketed in nearly 100 countries. The company currently employees more than 12,000 Associates globally. Join us at Bonduelle Fresh Americas for an opportunity to advance your career in a culture that places people first. As a valued member of our company, you will have the opportunity to support our environmental and social initiatives to drive progress against our corporate social responsibility and B Corp certification ambitions. At Bonduelle, we make contributing to a better future through plant-based food our top priority. Position Summary: As Executive Assistant and Office Manager for BA Headquarters, you will report to the Chief Executive Officer and support other executives working at our Philadelphia location. You will serve as a seamless extension of the executives you'll support, and build working relationships with key partners inside and outside the organization, including other EAs. You will work independently on projects from conception to completion, and handle a wide variety of activities, often under pressure and deadlines. In addition, you will serve as the key point of coordination and lead the management of the day-to-day facilities of the corporate offices. The best candidate for this role will have excellent attention to detail and the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative and organizational skills. S/he will seek to understand business priorities, proactively anticipate needs and drive improvements to enhance results for the leadership team. They will also be self-reliant and able to manage many projects/timelines to see projects to completion. A high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information is required. What you will Do: • Manage complex, executive-level calendars, and scheduling, • Plan and manage domestic and international travel (as needed), • Manage expense report coordination and submission, as well as review and approve expense reports for other team members, • Organize, execute, and assist with team activities (staff meeting agendas, all-hands meetings, off-sites, lunches, and team social events), • Maintain and optimize processes to drive efficiency in planning, reporting, and communication within the team, • Track and help drive completion of key deliverables and follow up on outstanding items, • Effectively and efficiently coordinate with business units, distributed teams, and across multiple time zones, • Friendly and diplomatic handling of external partners and stakeholders, • Manage team space, including moves, and reconfigurations, • Work closely with the leadership team and other EAs to provide support to the organization, • Coordinating meetings with Bonduelle senior executives and external customer contacts., • Office Manager Responsibilities include:, • Oversee the coordination of facilities maintenance for the corporate office (cleaning, repairs,...) and manage the budget within designated spend, • Manage office supplies inventory and procurement, ensuring adequate stock levels at all times, • Serve as the lead for corporate visitor procedures in partnership with EH&S and the main point of contact for CEO external vendors, clients, and visitors, providing exceptional customer service, • Serve as the lead for administrative staff and provide guidance and support as needed, • Maintain and update office policies such as the T&E policy, • Collaborate with HR on employee engagement initiatives and annual company holiday celebration, • At least 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, • Experience managing executive-level calendars requiring internal and external coordination, • Experience with domestic and international travel coordination, • Experience with Google Suites, • Agility, inventiveness, ability to think creatively and find solutions, • High school diploma or equivalent, • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, • Experience providing executive support assistance at senior management levels to C-Suite executives, • Impeccable attention to detail with strong organizational skills, • High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information and dealing with professionals inside and outside the company, • Ability to handle administrative details independently and with minimal supervision, while keeping stakeholders appropriately informed or engaged, • Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments while maintaining a commitment to deadlines and long-term objectives, • Confident and thoughtful in applying sound business judgment, decision-making ability, and demonstrating a proactive approach to problem-solving, • Exceptional written and oral communication and interpersonal skills, • Strong analytical skills and demonstrated ability to improve processes, • Ability to work in an ambiguous, fast-paced and evolving environment; highly self-motivated General office activities include, but are not limited to, walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, typing, filing, lifting, bending, etc.

Job Description Leigh & Co. Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Pennsylvania. We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning services for engaged couples. The Lead Wedding Coordinator position is an exciting opportunity for those looking to be a wedding planner. This position is a contract role and you can pick your own schedule! Training is provided. Pay ranges from $20 - $35/hour and is paid per project. We're looking for individuals to join for our 2026 season and beyond. This position will serve as a lead planner to provide wedding planning services for couples, primarily onsite. It's a great opportunity for someone looking for work in the wedding industry. You will work alongside our assistant coordinators and provide the following to execute weddings. • Create wedding timelines for couples, • Be an advocate for the couple, keeping them calm under pressure and assisting with any issues that arise throughout the day, • Oversee ceremony & reception set up, • Execute all day-of operations for the wedding, which includes being at the venue from the very beginning of the morning through tear down at the end of the night, • Greet and direct all vendors, • Communicate with all vendors regarding set ups, • Set up of seating cards, menu cards, table numbers, favors, guest book and other decor, • Assist the wedding party and family with any needs, questions or concerns, • Ability to work weekends is essential, • Must have 2 years experience as a wedding planner or event planner, • Must have strong communication skills and be detail oriented, • Must have reliable transportation, • Must be able to carry and lift 30 lbs.