Program Manager

Are you energized by building connections, creating experiences that inspire, and turning ideas into action? As a Program Manager at WDHB, you’ll lead the delivery of experiential learning programs that push boundaries and spark transformation for global clients.

You’ll thrive in this role if you’re someone who loves being at the center of action: coordinating multiple moving parts, building relationships, and learning how business, learning, and logistics come together to create meaningful impact.

This is a hands-on, fast-moving role at the heart of WDHB’s global Operations (Program Excellence) team. You’ll partner closely with clients and colleagues around the globe to deliver world-class programs that blend strategic insight, cultural exploration, and human connection.

What you’ll do:

• Manage client programs: Serve as the key point of contact for clients from kick-off to delivery to ensure trust, clarity and impact throughout.
• Curate and connect: Research, identify and engage top speakers, innovators, practitioners, thought leaders who bring each program’s vision to life. 
• Drive experiences: Lead sourcing, briefing and coordination of vendors (logistics, activities, etc.) to deliver seamless, high-impact experiences.
• Build the ecosystem: Develop and nurture strong regional relationships with speakers, experts, suppliers and clients to strengthen WDHB’s network.
• Collaborate globally: Work across timezones to design and deliver programs that challenge, inspire and deliver results.
• Learn and improve: Capture insights, analyze feedback, continuously evolve our approaches for even greater impact.

About WDHB:

WDHB is a pioneer in experiential learning for the corporate world. Since 1989, we’ve assisted organizations in their people and strategy development through designing and delivering Learning Expeditions, Leadership Experiences, Strategic Summits, and Upskilling Programs. The company has established hubs in Denver, Zurich, Singapore and Paris, with additional team members working remotely around the globe. We are a small team with international and eclectic cultural and professional backgrounds. At WDHB, we see the world as our classroom, full of infinite and diverse moments to grow through the power of shared stories and experiences. We challenge and enable people to transform for what comes next, with the ambition of charting the future of organizational learning. Be sure to review our website before applying: https://wdhb.com/#our-approach 

Who you are:

• You have 2-4+ years of experience in program or event coordination, stakeholder engagement, client service, consulting, or learning & development – ideally in roles that required managing many moving parts while staying calm and organized.
• You communicate clearly – in writing and in meetings. You know when to escalate, when to problem-solve independently, and how to represent yourself professionally in front of clients and partners.
• You’re highly organized, detail-focused, and able to keep timelines, logistics, and communications moving forward – even when working across time zones or with incomplete information. You don’t wait for direction when something needs solving; you step in, clarify, and move it ahead.
• You're comfortable in client-facing spaces and eager to deepen your relationship management skills – building credibility through clarity, warmth, and follow-through, and serving as a trusted point person for speakers, vendors, experts, and participants.
• You’re curious about business, leadership, and the world, and you naturally pick up context about industries, trends, and people. You’re energized by learning on the job and continuously getting better at your craft.
• Tech-savvy; confident with Google Workspace, comfortable experimenting with AI and new platforms.
• Able to travel at least 6-8 times a year (typically 3-10 days per trip).
• Based in the Denver Metro area and able to work from the office at least 2 days per week.

Why join WDHB:

• A competitive total rewards package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, unlimited paid time off, employer 401(k) match, and funding towards professional development.  
• A starting salary estimate of 47,000-54,000 USD per year, plus 2 months salary bonus, distributed quarterly, post 3-month probation period.
• Hybrid workplace and flexible working hours. We work out of our downtown Denver office 2 days a week (usually Tu/Th).  
• Being part of an expanding entrepreneurial global company hacking the intersection of strategy, cutting-edge experiential learning, and future trends. 
• An opportunity to work with the world’s leading companies and engage with our global ecosystem of thought-leaders. 
• The opportunity for professional growth in areas beyond experience/event organization, management and delivery, including training in digital event delivery tools, content design, facilitation and public speaking, consulting, and more.  
• A dynamic and empowering work environment with an international footprint, including counterparts based globally.

Application Instructions:

To complete your application (in addition to “easy applying” via LinkedIn), please respond to a set of questions focused on the application of your strengths, skills, and experiences to situations faced by WDHB Program Managers: https://forms.gle/omMwNacUUN5U5UbU8 

**NOTE: Completion of this form is required to complete your application. If you do not complete the form, your application will not be reviewed or considered.**

While applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, the application window for this opening will close on 11/07/2025. Please submit this LinkedIn application AND the form above no later than that date. Reach out to careers@wdhb.com with any questions.