Event Planners for hire in Grand Rapids, MI
Find event planners who organize and coordinate various occasions, including weddings, corporate events and parties, utilizing skills such as budgeting, vendor negotiations and client communication to ensure a successful and memorable experience. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Grand Rapids, MI to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Communication Skills8%Organizational Skills8%Leadership7%Education level
Bachelor's degree64%Master's degree11%Associate's degree11%Years of experience
6-10 years50%More than 10 years40%1-2 years10%Current company
RedWater Restaurant GroupALL BUTTONED UP EVENTSAll In HospitalityTime at current job
2-5 years57%More than 5 years29%Less than a year14%
Browse Indeed's database of 315 profiles for Event Planners in Grand Rapids, MI
Last updated: Oct 12, 2026
Event Planner: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Grand Rapids, MI: $75,792 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $67,010 – $85,725 yearly
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Event Coordinator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCompTIA A+Skills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizing EventsEvent CoordinationEvent PlanningEvent & Bar Manager;Director of Events
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseTIPSSkills
Communication SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceLogistics/ event captain
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseServsafeForklift CertificationSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementSchedule ManagementCatering ExperienceOrganizing EventsEvent Manager/Coordinator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationServsafeForklift CertificationSkills
Analysis SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsOperating SystemsWindowsEvent Coordinator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
X-Ray CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeSkills
Organizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipRetail Sales TransactionsSales Transaction ProcessingEvent Manager
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
TIPSDriver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsManagementWriting SkillsOrganizing EventsEvent CoordinationEvent Planning
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What's the average time to fill an event planner role?
The average time to fill an event planner role is 107 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do event planners tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for an event planner include: communication skills, organizational skills and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for event planners?
Common licenses or certifications for event planners include: Driver's License, Servsafe and TIPS.
What are some job titles related to event planners?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to event planners include: event manager, event coordinator and event & bar manager;director of events.
What level of education is common for an event planner?
Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for an event planner in Grand Rapids, MI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an event planner?
Most event planners have 13 years of professional experience.
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