• Create and manage detailed project plans that outline strategies, objectives, deliverables, and timelines. • Plan and coordinate all logistical elements of events, including exhibit builds, catering, AV, branding, decor, and marketing materials. • Ensure that all events align with company priorities, meet and exceed specified goals, and adhere to budgetary guidelines for operational efficiency. • Collaborate with marketing, product, communications, and creative teams to identify and represent key stories and moments in activations, maintaining adherence to brand standards. • Oversee expo activations from initial planning to on-site execution, ensuring cross-functional team alignment and consistent delivery of high-quality experiences. • Conceptualize and produce immersive physical experiences that highlight Stripe products and customer stories, including thematic activations tailored for specific attendee segments. • Optimize expo elements for attendee flow, visibility, and engagement. • Support expo demo planning and staffing. • Intake information from internal teams to clarify goals and recommend budget-friendly activation solutions, setting clear expectations for scope and timelines. • Manage day-to-day interactions with production vendors, including layout planning, lighting, AV, electrical, and other logistical aspects. • Critically evaluate vendor proposals, advocating for customized solutions while identifying cost-effective materials and production methods that uphold quality. • Maintain clear production timelines, ensuring vendor progress aligns with project plans while managing risks and milestones. • Willingness to collaborate with vendors and cross-functional partners across Europe and Asia Pacific, effectively navigating different global time zones for event coordination. • Willingness to travel to support on-site execution for 4 or more events annually, including Stripe Sessions, Stripe Tour, and other regional initiatives.