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Aquent

Program Manager

Aquent, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201

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Base pay range $42.00/hr - $46.00/hr

Customer Speaker Program Manager (Onsite – Arlington, VA or Seattle, WA)

6‑month contract | Full‑time | Potential extension

We’re seeking a

Customer Speaker Program Manager

to support a global technology organization by driving the end‑to‑end management of customer speaking engagements and reference programs. This is a highly collaborative and program‑heavy role supporting large‑scale live events and high‑visibility customer storytelling initiatives.

What You’ll Do

Manage customer speaker nominations, pipelines, and program workflows

Own timelines, work‑back plans, and risk mitigation strategies

Coordinate cross‑functionally with events, PR, legal, creative, and technical teams

Oversee and track program budgets of

$500K+

Run weekly stakeholder meetings and drive follow‑through

Support live events, keynote prep, and customer participation logistics

Identify and implement process improvements to scale program impact

Who Thrives in This Role

Strong

program managers

with 5+ years of experience

Pros who excel in timeline management, organization, and operational rigor

People who anticipate risks and always have a backup plan

Those who build trust quickly with cross‑functional partners

Individuals comfortable working onsite and moving quickly in a fast‑paced environment

Requirements

5+ years of

program management, event management, or related experience

Experience managing budgets of

$500K or greater

Proven cross‑functional stakeholder management

Strong time management and risk planning

Proficiency with project management tools (Asana, Smartsheet, Workfront, Jira, etc.)

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Live event experience strongly preferred

Details Onsite only:

Arlington, VA or Seattle, WA

Opportunity for extension

If you’re passionate about elevating customer stories and driving the operational engine behind major speaking programs, we’d love to hear from you.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Project Management and Marketing

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