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Position Summary
The Senior Conference Producer - Production Management will manage the team of Associate Conference Producers ensuring the effective management of the content development process, speaker engagement and the production components required to successfully deliver innovative professional events that educate and engage while meeting financial and customer satisfaction. The Senior Conference Producer will also manage the strategic development and oversee content implementation for select annual conferences and events with a focus on achieving revenue, customer satisfaction and market share goals. As part of the conference leadership team, the Senior Conference Producer will provide guidance and oversight in the development of both the strategic and tactical plans by the Conference Production team and ensure alignment with overarching Association initiatives.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
Strategic Project Management = 60%
Collaborate with department leadership and key stakeholders to create event frameworks and strategic plans for Association events. Oversee the development of comprehensive content execution plans by direct reports. Contribute to the development of the global event strategies and execution plans.
Manage the development of innovative and timely conference programs using metrics and data to format and create the best possible conference agendas. Conduct topical research, analyze historical participant data, evaluations and surveys to maximize the use of all available applicable content resources. Ensure onsite version of conference effectively translates to a virtual environment
Act as primary strategic liaison for conference planning committees including selection and management of volunteer and technical committee members in accordance with organizational standards. Provide oversite on the selection of speakers by committee members, support leaderships efforts to maintain appropriate focus and ensure Association strategic initiatives are included when applicable
Working with all levels of internal stakeholders, ensure relevant program information is properly disseminated and proactively maintain keen awareness of other programs/events happening across the association of relevance to portfolio of conference products.
Financial Management = 20%
Direct responsibility for management of speaker and program content related expenses in addition to overall accountability in collaboration with Operations counterpart for conference budget expense management including accurate and timely forecasts and reconciliations.
Regularly review predictive models and registration reports to monitor revenue and contribution status. Accountable for effective collaboration with team members, department management and partners to support or challenge efforts to drive revenue and engagement. Regularly conduct risk analyses in order to mitigate financial losses and proactively address issues that arise in a timely manner.
Relationship Management = 20%
Primary liaison for the delivery of content as part of the event strategy as well as the processes, systems and technology
Partner with internal and external resources to contribute to the development and support the execution of key strategic efforts required to drive revenue and growth including the marketing, operational logistics, communications, creative services and exhibit and sponsorship sales
Proactively partner with primary event stakeholders to produce and promote exceptional experiences for participants through research, collaborative ideation and constructive evaluation of efforts.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Associate Conference Producers - 4
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
Ability to collaborate with senior level professionals, internal and external committee members
Strong ethical leadership skills, systems thinking and negotiation skills
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and team-building skills
Demonstrate strong business acumen
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to define solutions and make decisions
Excel at project management including managing multiple projects concurrently and succeeding in an agile environment.
Strong communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills
Advanced computer skills with ability to learn and use new programs/technology
Ability to travel and work flexible hours as needed
Required Experience, Qualifications & Education
A minimum of 6-8 years event focused project management experience including creating, planning and executing high profile strategic meetings and events for national and international clientele.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Preferred Experience, Qualifications and Education:
MPI, PCMA or similar membership
Basic understanding of finance and accounting profession
Experience with online/virtual event platforms and technology
Why Work for Us
At The Association, you are part of a global, diverse and talented group of colleagues. You have opportunities to innovate and collaborate in a leading organization that impacts individuals and businesses. You’ll have opportunities to progress while enjoying an exciting work environment that supports and celebrates individual achievement, development and professional satisfaction.
