blackboard
The Senior Events Manager owns Blackboard's global events strategy and execution, translating GTM priorities into programs that generate measurable business outcomes across the customer lifecycle. This role is responsible for the global events calendar, budget, and execution infrastructure, partnering with Revenue and Customer Marketing to drive new logo acquisition, retention, and expansion. The position involves building pre-, during-, and post-event engagement systems to convert investments into pipeline and customer success.
Headquarters
Washington, District Of Columbia, United States
Company Size
1001-5000 employees
Founded
1997
Blackboard is an independent education technology company focused on transformational teaching and learning. Its portfolio includes Blackboard LMS for higher education and government, Ally (accessibility), Illuminate (analytics), Evaluate (course evaluation), and institutional effectiveness solutions. The company is prioritizing product excellence, responsible AI, usability, accessibility, and a proactive customer support model. Leadership includes CEO Bruce Dahlgren, with co‑founder Matthew Pittinsky set to rejoin as incoming CEO.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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