Conference Producer

Seeking a Conference / Event planner to produce educational and networking conferences for C-Level executives, entrepreneurs and college students. Our events are held in high-end venues throughout the United States, with global participation. Conference Producers coordinate and manage all aspects of these events. This includes researching and creating new conference topics, writing agendas, recruiting speakers and developing marketing and sales strategies for the events. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Conduct telephone and in person research with potential attendees and sponsors in a target market to develop conference agendas Analyze research and use critical thinking to develop commercial conference programs that meet the stated needs of the market Identify, invite and confirm appropriate speakers for conferences Identify and contract appropriate entertainment productions for conferences Identify, pitch, and close new clients on sponsorship opportunities Write marketing copy for promotional conference brochures, and other mailing pieces Establish and maintain relationships with key professionals, industry leaders, senior executives and media within relevant vertical markets Attend and oversee conferences, including providing opening introduction, speaker assistance and support Research and provide to Marketing Department strategic information required to market conferences, including: detailed information on the target market both in terms of industry sectors and disciplines and geographic markets, relevant industry associations, industry publications, and competitive events Work with and support a cross-functional team on an ongoing basis to ensure successful marketing and sponsorship of conferences. Requirements include, but are not limited to the following: Must have a Bachelor’s Degree 1 - 2 years of experience in conference production Ability to conduct in-depth research via telephone, in person and using print and electronic media Excellent networking and information gathering abilities Self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team Strong attention to detail Superior Writing skills Flexible and collaborative personality Leadership ability in an entrepreneurial setting Creativity, resourcefulness and an innovative approach