It all started in sunny San Diego, California in 2004 when a visionary engineer, Fred Luddy, saw the potential to transform how we work. Fast forward to today — ServiceNow stands as a global market leader, bringing innovative AI-enhanced technology to over 8,100 customers, including 85% of the Fortune 500®. Our intelligent cloud-based platform seamlessly connects people, systems, and processes to empower organizations to find smarter, faster, and better ways to work. But this is just the beginning of our journey. Join us as we pursue our purpose to make the world work better for everyone.

ServiceNow is seeking a detail-oriented Keynote Program Manager to join our team and oversee the planning and execution of our World Forum global keynote program. The ideal candidate will have a passion for keynote experiences, a strong background in event production, is highly organized, and have the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. This role is crucial in creating memorable keynote experiences that reflect our brand and engage our global audience.

What you get to do in this role:

• Develop production best practices and playbooks to ensure a consistent keynote production experience across the 11+ city, multi-geo World Forum program.
• Collaborate with the brand, content, keynote, and creative teams to ensure a high quality, repeatable keynote experience.
• Oversee end-to-end keynote program management and production, including vendor management, scenic design, attendee experience, and logistics.
• Own the keynote program project plans, budgets, and timelines.
• Lead the execution and implementation of project timelines, milestone tracking, speaker readiness, rehearsals, and the successful delivery of the World Forum keynote program.
• Bring clarity to the overall keynote process — act as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external partners during the event planning and execution phases.
• Overall communication with key stakeholders including the Strategic Events Team, product marketing, corporate brand, senior management and others to aid in the execution of our keynote program.
• Negotiate contracts with vendors and service providers, managing relationships to maintain high quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate on other keynote projects within the Strategic Events portfolio.

To be successful in this role you have:

• Minimum of 8 years' experience in event production and management across a wide range of formats, including road shows.
• Proven production talent with extensive experience managing keynote programs and working directly with executive leadership.
• Skilled project manager with demonstrated experience managing large scale events.
• Demonstrated professional interpersonal skills and ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task within a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, track projects and meet urgent deadlines.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively within all levels of the organization — including ServiceNow executives and their offices.
• Travel required.

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Not sure if you meet every qualification? We still encourage you to apply! We value inclusivity, welcoming candidates from diverse backgrounds, including non-traditional paths. Unique experiences enrich our team, and the willingness to dream big makes you an exceptional candidate!

For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $100,500 - $175,900, plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. We also offer health plans, including flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, matching donations, a flexible time away plan and family leave programs. Compensation is based on the geographic location in which the role is located and is subject to change based on work location.

Work Personas

We approach our distributed world of work with flexibility and trust. Work personas (flexible, remote, or required in office) are categories that are assigned to ServiceNow employees depending on the nature of their work. Learn more here.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or nationality, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. In addition, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with legal requirements. 

Accommodations

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are unable to use this online application and need an alternative method to apply, please contact [email protected] for assistance. 

Export Control Regulations

For positions requiring access to controlled technology subject to export control regulations, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), ServiceNow may be required to obtain export control approval from government authorities for certain individuals. All employment is contingent upon ServiceNow obtaining any export license or other approval that may be required by relevant export control authorities. 

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