Description
Lead end-to-end planning and execution of meetings, conferences, and special events, managing teams, vendors, budgets, timelines, and client expectations to deliver on objectives.
- • Consult with clients to define event objectives, scope, and requirements.
- • Develop event strategies, programs, budgets, agendas, and timelines.
- • Source and negotiate venues, hotels, and key service providers.
- • Coordinate vendors for catering, AV, decor, signage, printing, and security.
- • Arrange participant accommodations, transportation, and accessibility needs.
- • Conduct post-event evaluations, reports, and debriefs.
- • Monitor industry trends and maintain vendor relationships.
- • Promote event services to associations and prospects.
- • Oversee administrative workflows and response to inquiries.
- • Manage contracts, permits, insurance, and regulatory compliance.
- • Conduct site visits and verify facilities meet specifications.
- • Plan and oversee registration, ticketing, and attendee services.
- • Hire, train, and lead staff, volunteers, and onsite crews.
- • Supervise builds, rehearsals, and live operations; resolve issues.
- • Manage budgets, POs, and invoices; review and approve bills.
- • Maintain comprehensive event and financial records.
- • Execute event marketing, communications, and sponsorship plans.
- • Curate content; secure speakers; produce run of show.
- • Meet with clients, sponsors, and committees to report progress.
- • Select and implement tech for registration, mobile apps, and AV.
- • Develop contingency plans and manage risk, health, and safety.
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Hospitality, Events & Tourism
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
