About Chill

Chill’s mission is to inspire young people through boardsports and build a more equitable outdoor community. Chill exists to ensure youth have the skills and experiences to become mindful, independent, and resilient individuals who are able to take on new challenges and welcome growth opportunities. We work to foster a strong sense of belonging in the boardsports community for all youth regardless of their identities.

Chill is committed to building an inclusive team, and strongly encourages candidates with diverse backgrounds and identities to apply. We will prioritize filling this position with qualified candidates who reflect the identities and lived experiences of the young people we support. 

About Chill’s Programs

Revolving around a core value-driven curriculum, Chill programs consist of experiential learning activities, reflection, and discussion, paired with boardsport lessons. Chill’s six core values provide young people with a framework for learning and growth, supported through on-board progression and adult mentorship. Chill removes all barriers to accessing boardsports by providing participants with everything they need to get after it, at absolutely no cost. New skills gained through boardsport progression and core value exploration are then directly applied to everyday life, challenging youth to step out of their comfort zone – both on and off their board.

About the Job 

As the Events Manager, you will play a key role in strengthening Chill’s supporter base by designing and executing strategic events that cultivate, steward, and grow relationships with current and prospective donors. This role will help build a robust pipeline of major donors by creating meaningful opportunities for connection, engagement, and long-term investment in Chill’s mission.

The Events Manager will lead a portfolio of high-impact cultivation and stewardship events including intimate donor dinners, curated experiences, and premium fundraising activations that deepen relationships with high-net-worth individuals, corporate partners, and emerging prospects.

This role is responsible for end-to-end event strategy, planning, logistics and sponsor integration, ensuring every experience reflects Chill’s brand and mission while advancing donor stewardship priorities and contributing to the organization’s annual revenue goals.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

Event Management & Logistics (50%)

• Lead the strategy and execution of a portfolio of high-impact cultivation and stewardship events designed to deepen relationships with existing supporters, introduce prospective donors to Chill, and grow the organization’s major donor pipeline.
• Manage end-to-end event planning and logistics, including venue selection, vendors, program development, run-of-show, volunteer management and onsite execution to deliver exceptional, mission-aligned donor experiences.
• Develop and manage event budgets, timelines, and vendor contracts to ensure efficient planning and strong return on investment aligned with event goals.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Development on invitation strategy, storytelling, and post-event stewardship communications that reinforce Chill’s impact and deepen donor relationships.
• Partner with the Board of Directors and key donors to leverage their networks for donor introductions, event attendance, sponsorship opportunities, and meaningful engagement with major donor prospects.
• Solicit sponsorships and in-kind donations that enhance donor events and support fundraising goals.

Donor Stewardship & Relationship Management (25%)

• Identify, recruit and support high-net-worth individuals and key stakeholders to serve on event committees.
• Collaborate with Development relationship managers to align event strategies with individual donor portfolio goals and fundraising targets, including identifying event hosts and prospects for donor dinners and curated gatherings.
• Lead post-event stewardship efforts, ensuring personalized and timely follow-up with attendees, sponsors, and major donor prospects to deepen engagement and advance relationships.
• Maintain accurate donor, sponsor, and engagement records within the CRM to support coordinated relationship management and pipeline tracking.
• Provide logistical support for development campaigns and special fundraising initiatives as needed.

 

Partnership & Sponsor Development (25%)

• Develop and manage event sponsorship opportunities that contribute to financial success of events.
• Prospect and cultivate new corporate partners through strategic outreach and relationship building.
• Steward existing sponsors through high-touch engagement, ensuring partners feel meaningfully connected to Chill’s mission and impact.
• Collaborate with corporate partners to integrate their brands authentically into events through curated activations, speaking opportunities, and hospitality experiences.
• Ensure all sponsor benefits and deliverables are executed professionally and in alignment with partnership agreements.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Travel to event markets 6-8 times annually.
• Support other signature events (e.g., golf tournaments, ride days, partner activations) as needed.
• Contribute to cross-departmental collaboration and organizational culture initiatives.

 

Candidate Requirements, Education, Experience & Knowledge:

• Must have a commitment to Chill’s Mission: to inspire young people through boardsports and build a more equitable outdoor community and embrace Chill Values: Honesty, Equity, Progression, & Fun
• Location:
  • The position is remote, but candidates must live in the United States and travel is required 6-8 times per year.
  • Preference for candidates based in proximity to these cities which Chill operates programs in: Boston, MA; Denver, CO; Los Angeles, CA; New York, NY; or Chill headquarters in Burlington, VT.
  • Chill does not offer relocation or commuter services.
• Education & Experience:
  • 4+ years of related work experience in nonprofit events, fundraising events or high-end event production
  • 3+ years donor relations experience preferred
  • Demonstrated experience managing donor-facing or revenue-generating events
  • Experience managing budgets and vendor contracts
  • Major Gift or Corporate Partnership experience preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree OR 2 years of related work experience if a 2-year higher education degree
• Technology Skills:
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and Google Workspace
  • Experience with CRM systems (Bloomerang or similar)
  • Event management platforms
  • Experience with Canva and Adobe Suite
  • Budget tracking and reporting tools
  • Comfort with virtual meeting platforms
• Problem Solving, Decision Making, Autonomy & Communication Skills:
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating cross-functionally
  • Strong judgment and decision-making skills under deadline pressure
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High attention to detail with a hospitality mindset
• Organizational & Communication Skills:
  • Exceptional time management and ability to manage competing priorities
  • Clear and professional communication with donors, corporate partners, board members, and vendors
  • Ability to build authentic relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift and transport event materials up to 30 lbs.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods during events
  • Willingness to travel and work occasional evenings/weekends for events
• Boardsports Experience:
  • Understanding and familiarity with boardsports (snow, skate, surf, SUP) is highly preferred.
• Age Requirement:
  • All Chill employees must be 18+

 

Compensation and Benefits

We aim for our compensation and benefits package to be fair, clear, and equitable. 

• The Events Manager role has a start date of May 4, 2026.
• This position is a permanent year-round, salaried, exempt, full-time (40 hours per week) remote role requiring travel, with benefits.
• The hiring salary range for this role is $65,190 – $67,230 annually. The full salary range for this role is $65,190 - $81,490 annually. We construct our salaries in such a way that staff can in the future move through the range as they grow within their level. Candidates will start at the specified hiring range for this role. Chill follows a non-negotiation policy for salaries that applies to both current and new hires, as research shows that salary negotiations may lead to negative outcomes for individuals from non-dominant groups.
• Chill offers a competitive and unique suite of benefits to promote health and financial wellness for you and your family. This includes, for US employees:
  • A paid time off package that includes in the first year 15 days of PTO, up to 16 hours of volunteer time off, up to 4 hours of time off to vote, approximately 12+ holidays per year and 3 floating holidays (these holidays are prorated depending on date of hire – Chill’s fiscal year starts May 1^st). In addition, ‘Flex Friday Summer Hours’ which includes 4 hours of Paid Time Off on Friday afternoons between Memorial Day and Labor Day each summer.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance plans partially covered by Burton (with rates that will depend on insurance product selection)
  • A 401k retirement savings plan with a 50% match of up to a maximum of 3% and the opportunity to meet with the financial advisors managing retirement accounts at no cost.
  • Employer-paid disability & life insurance.
  • 8 weeks paid pregnancy leave, 4 weeks paid parental leave, dependent care flexible spending account (DCFSA), partial childcare reimbursement, Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution, and access to an employee assistance program (EAP).
  • Partial Gym Membership, Training or Fitness Purchase Reimbursement.
• Other perks include a flexible working schedule and casual working environment, $450 USD season pass reimbursement to any mountain resort, significant Burton employee discounts on most Burton hard and soft goods, industry pro-deals with Burton and Chill’s partners, and 1 to 2 “Ride Days” annually where all staff has a paid day off to enjoy the outdoors.
• A Chill laptop will be provided for use throughout the duration of employment.
• New staff also receive a Chill branded Burton jacket, snowboard pants (if needed), first layer top, Chill hoodie, beanie, and trucker hat, 2 Chill t-shirts, Chill branded Burton backpack, used Burton snowboard/boots/bindings if available, Anon helmet and goggles if available, and assorted apparel & accessories throughout the year when available.

 

How do I apply?

Phase 1:

1. Both a RESUME and COVER LETTER are required to be submitted via Chill/Burton Jobs portal
2. Phase 1 candidates may be asked to a screening email, form, or phone call
3. Phase 1 candidates may be asked to a virtual video interview with Hiring Manager 

If advanced to Phase 2:

1. Phase 2 candidates may be asked to a 2^nd interview with 1 or more members of the Development and/or Leadership Team
2. Offer or declination of an offer of the position to be made to candidates by Hiring Manager at the completion of all Phase 2 candidate interviews

 

Disclaimer (please read):

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed for this position.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required.  All duties are subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.   The above description is not considered a contract between the employee and the employer and does not change the at-will status of employees.