Partner 18, Events Associate, Crypto

As an Events Associate at a16z crypto, you'll own key aspects of event planning and execution, partnering across teams to deliver thoughtful, high-touch experiences. You'll work with the Events Manager on large-scale external events, manage hospitality programs, oversee branded goods production, and coordinate with executives and cross-functional teams to create seamless experiences for a16z crypto's various needs. The role is based in San Francisco or New York City with at least two days per week in-office presence, and approximately 30% travel is expected.

What you'll do

• Partner with the Events Manager to plan and execute large-scale external events as part of the a16z crypto Marketing team, including tentpole events such as F1, Consensus, Token2049, and Korea Blockchain Week
• Manage the 12-week summer program for the Research team, including development and execution of a 12-week curated hospitality program
• Oversee the full production of premium branded goods from conception through delivery for special projects and events, including custom VIP kits, welcome kits, and event gifting suites
• Lead private dining and salon-style hospitality moments
• Work cross-functionally with executives, GTM team, Regulatory/Policy, Research, and Investment teams to create seamless event and programming execution
• Partner with events colleagues across the firm to drive firm-wide visibility and alignment for all events
• Own systems management and reporting for production trackers, event plans, and event communications
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to produce event collateral, registration materials, signage, and other guest-facing assets
• Oversee the team's event inventory, ensuring event materials are organized, accessible, and ready to support seamless execution

What you bring

• 4-6 years of experience producing events, including large-scale conferences, summits, and executive experiences, with a blend of agency and in-house experience preferred
• Proven experience managing event budgets, vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and production partners including staffing, security, AV, lighting, and other technical event components
• Superior project management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously
• High organization and process orientation, with the ability to build structure, improve workflows, and quickly learn new systems and tools such as Google Workspace, Marketo, Affinity CRM, Splash, ClickUp, Salesforce, Slack, WordPress, and Airtable
• High integrity and sound judgement, with a demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs, solve problems proactively, and make thoughtful decisions in fast-paced, high-visibility environments
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (approximately 30%) to support onsite event execution
• A strong communicator and collaborative partner who thrives in a team environment
• An entrepreneurial mindset with adaptability to navigate shifting priorities and embrace new challenges
• Exceptional taste, sound judgement, and impeccable attention to detail
• A pulse on the latest trends in dining, hospitality, and venues, with a keen eye for creating remarkable guest experiences
• A creative thinker who can bring a brand to life across varied landscapes both domestically and internationally
• Confident presence working with senior executives
• Low ego, high empathy, and the capacity to collaborate effectively with diverse teams

What we offer

• Salary range of $150,000-$165,000, with actual starting pay varying based on experience, skills, and scope
• Participation in the a16z carry program and various discretionary bonus programs
• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage
• 401K plan
• Vacation and sick leave

About a16z crypto

a16z crypto is the crypto arm of Andreessen Horowitz, a venture capital firm founded in 2009 and backing entrepreneurs across AI, bio + healthcare, consumer, crypto, enterprise, fintech, games, and American dynamism. The firm has $100B+ under management and invests stage-agnostically from seed through growth-stage technology companies.