International Live Events Association Charlotte Chapter

07/27/2026

Ten event jobs open right now — six here in Charlotte at ILEA member companies, four remote roles you can work from anywhere.💰

Conference sales, event ops, banquet leadership, sponsorship, registration. Whether you’re hiring or looking, this one’s worth a save.

Swipe through, then send it to someone who needs it. 💁🏻‍♀️

Hiring at your business? DM us and we’ll include your opening in the next roundup. Free visibility, straight to the people already in this industry.💜



➡️ Hilton Charlotte Uptown: hospitalityonline.com/jobs/4356121-conference-sales-manager-h

➡️ LIVE·TEAM: teamwass.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/…/Event-Operations-Manager_R4987

➡️ Charlotte Convention Center (CRVA): crva.com/careers

➡️ Party Reflections: recruit.hirebridge.com/v3/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?jid=652329&…

➡️ The Ballantyne: careers.northwoodhospitality.com/jobs/4355585-banquet-chef

➡️ Charlotte Convention Center (CRVA) — Banquet Captain/Server: ziprecruiter.com/c/CRVA/…/-in-Charlotte,NC?jid=…

➡️ Foundation for California Community Colleges: careers.ileahub.com/jobs/view/sponsorship-manager/85187864

➡️ Cadence: careers.ileahub.com/jobs/view/sr-registration-specialist-meetings-incentives/85196369

➡️ p-value group: careers.ileahub.com/jobs/view/lead-congress-and-event-planner/85140998

➡️ Middle States Commission on Higher Education: careers.ileahub.com/jobs/view/events-coordinator/84945123

07/25/2026

Sponsoring ILEA Charlotte isn’t just a logo on a slide — it’s your work in front of the exact planners who book people like you. Swipe through to meet the businesses that made Crown Jewel Awards happen, and go support them the way they supported this chapter. 🏆💜

Art of Motion Events · Wild west lighting · Artisan Ice Sculptures · Connie Duglin Linen Rental · Sotos Entertainment l MC- Dj l NC · CharlotteAudioRentals · Grand Bohemian Charlotte · Albertine · CÁSCARA COFFEE · Tipsy Pickle · ShutterBooth Charlotte | Photo Booth · Sherri's Momentstohold · movingmountains · · Emerald Vinyl | Floor Wrap | Event Signage · Live Nation Carolinas

07/24/2026

This is what a whole year of Charlotte’s best live events looks like, condensed into under a minute. 🏆✨

The 2026 ILEA Crown Jewel Awards were everything — and it’s time to make it official. Presented by Live Nation Carolinas , huge congratulations to this year’s winners:
🎨 CRAFT AWARDS
Design & Décor: Fabulously Created Events Crystal Govan | Charlotte & Destination Event Planner
Catering & Beverage: Roots Catering Roots Catering
Entertainment: Key Signature Entertainment Key Signature Entertainment
Technical Production: Live Team LIVE.TEAM
Planning & Logistics: Spark by Design Spark By Design, a Hosts Global Member
Event Capture: ShutterBooth ShutterBooth Charlotte | Photo Booth
Marketing & Promotion: ShutterBooth ShutterBooth Charlotte | Photo Booth
Makes an Impact: Cease Fire Productions Charlotte DJ & Event Production Company

🏆 OVERALL BEST
Corporate Event: Live Team LIVE.TEAM
Non-Profit / Association Event: The Main Event Inc. Rhonda Caldwell|Event Planner
Private Event: Fabulously Created Events Crystal Govan | Charlotte & Destination Event Planner
Public Event: Key Signature Entertainment Key Signature Entertainment
Wedding: Hospitality Butler Hospitality Butler

⭐ ILEA LEGACY OF EXCELLENCE AWARD
Bryan Paschal & David Klingel — thank you for everything you’ve built for this chapter. Bryan Paschal David Klingel

None of this happens without the vendors who brought this whole night to life. Thank you to Art of Motion Events (full theme decoration), Artisan Ice Sculptures (ice sculpture), CÁSCARA COFFEE (late-night coffee cart), CharlotteAudioRentals (AV & projection), Connie Duglin Linen Rental (all linens), Emerald Vinyl Co. (DJ booth wrap), Grand Bohemian Charlotte (venue, catering & rentals), Sherri's Momentstohold (content creation), movingmountains (photography), (VR videography experience), ShutterBooth Charlotte | Photo Booth (Roxy the robot + portrait booths), Sotos Entertainment l MC- Dj l NC (DJ, band & dancers), Wild West Lighting (room lighting), Albertine, and Tipsy Pickle. 💛

Tag yourself if you’re in the video, and tell us in the comments what your favorite moment of the night was.

LiveIsEverything

07/13/2026

07/02/2026

Not to be overboard….BUT…

Just a friendly reminder: tomorrow is the deadline for all Crown Jewel Award submissions! (Link in bio)

You’ve put in so much effort to create an incredible event—don’t miss out on the chance to be recognized! Submit your entries by tomorrow at 10 PM and find out who will take home the crown.

Tickets are still available! Join us for a Night in Havana with our friends at Grand Bohemian Charlotte on July 13th. You won’t want to miss it!

06/15/2026

✨ Registration, sponsorship opportunities, and award submissions are officially NOW LIVE! ✨

Join us for the ILEA Greater Charlotte Crown Jewel Awards 2026: Havana Nights as we celebrate the creativity, talent, and unforgettable experiences created by Charlotte’s event community.

This is your chance to:
🏆 Submit your best work for awards consideration
🥂 Register to attend the celebration
💎 Partner with us through sponsorship opportunities
📅 Monday, July 13, 2026 | 6:00pm - 9:00pm
📍 Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte

Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of one of Charlotte’s most anticipated event industry nights.

🔗 Link in bio to register, sponsor, or submit.

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06/01/2026

One of the best things about being part of ILEA is this community, and part of supporting that community means helping our members grow their careers. 🌟

The events industry is full of talented people, and we want to make sure those people know where the opportunities are. Whether you’re looking for your next role or know someone who is, we’re sharing open positions across the live events and hospitality world right here.

📌 Catering Sales Manager – The Ballantyne, Charlotte
https://myjobs.adp.com/theballantyne/cx/job-details?reqId=5001196385200

📌 Event Planner – EPRI, Charlotte
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4417188325/

📌 Sr. Meeting Planner – p-value group (Remote)
https://jobs.meetingjobs.com/job/sr-meeting-planner/84449746/

📌 Meeting & Event Manager – CGi (Remote)
https://careers.mpi.org/job/meeting-and-event-manager/84425518/

Find more listings at careers.ileahub.com, and share this with someone who needs to see it. 💜

👉 Are you hiring? If your company has an open role in the events or hospitality industry, send it our way! We’d love to help spread the word and keep our community connected to great opportunities.

05/26/2026

✨ REGISTER TODAY!
⚾️ Join us at Truist Field for networking & a game! This is the perfect opportunity to catch up with a colleague and show them all that ILEA has to offer.
🎟️ Registration Link in Bio

05/12/2026

✨ Registration is live!
⚾️ Join us at Truist Field for networking & a game! This is the perfect opportunity to catch up with a colleague and show them all that ILEA has to offer.
🎟️ Registration Link in Bio

04/29/2026

Thank you for attending last nights Cocktails & Connections! We had such a fun time at 🍻 🤠