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Event Operations Associate

Farther Finance - Irving, TX, United States - Hybrid - posted 2026-10-05

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Farther Finance is a rapidly growing RIA (Registered Investment Advisor) combining expert advisors with cutting-edge technology to deliver comprehensive, tailored wealth management. The company was founded by leaders and innovators from the private wealth industry with expertise in traditional wealth management, fintech, and technology production, and is backed by top-tier venture capital and fintech investors. As Event Operations Associate, you will partner with the Events Manager to coordinate and execute all aspects of corporate events, including Discovery Days, Farther Fest, offsites, and other company gatherings. You will own day-to-day logistics and vendor coordination, ensuring every detail is handled seamlessly. Key responsibilities: - Own end-to-end coordination for Discovery Days: vendor selection, rooming lists, flights, attendee logistics, and communications - Execute across Farther Fest, offsites, and other corporate events - Build and maintain relationships with hotels and vendors; negotiate room blocks and rates - Research and vet vendors, presenting top recommendations to the Events Manager - Create simple, repeatable processes (room requests, travel budgets) to streamline teammate requests - Identify operational inefficiencies and proactively implement solutions You will work in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where problem-solving and ownership are valued. The role offers ground-floor opportunity at a fast-scaling fintech startup with exposure to bright minds across the organization. Requirements: - 4+ years of experience in events, hospitality, or operations coordination - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail across multiple moving pieces - Proactive, builder mindset with ownership mentality; ability to identify and fix problems without being asked - Clear communicator comfortable engaging with vendors, executives, and cross-functional teams Bonus qualifications: - Experience with hotel sales, room blocks, or corporate travel tools (e.g., Navan) - Comfort building lightweight systems or automations - Background in wealth management, fintech, or professional services

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