Program Director, Conferences

Gartner

Hybrid
8-12+ years conference management experience
Content strategy and agenda development expertise
Speaker identification and management skills
Gartner is seeking a Program Director for its conferences, responsible for developing engaging content and programs that enhance attendee experiences and drive growth. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in conference management and collaboration across various teams to create successful events

Job Summary

  • The Program Director is responsible for developing the content, programs, and experiences of several major Gartner Technology conferences to make them must-attend events.
  • This role requires creating a compelling attendee-driven agenda in close partnership with Gartner Research chairs while driving growth, profitability, and customer retention.
  • Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation, and disproportionate rewards for top performers in a hybrid work environment.

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Gartner is seeking a Program Director for its conferences, responsible for developing engaging content and programs that enhance attendee experiences and drive growth. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in conference management and collaboration across various teams to create successful events.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8-12+ years conference management experience
  • Content strategy and agenda development expertise
  • Speaker identification and management skills
  • Audience and sponsorship acquisition experience
  • Cross-functional stakeholder management
  • Market research and competitive analysis

Nice-to-have

  • MBA degree preferred
  • Global multinational experience
  • AI, data, and analytics familiarity
  • Ability to engage C-level executives
  • Hybrid work environment adaptability

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree required; MBA preferred
  • 8-12+ years' experience in conference management or content strategy
  • Experience with large, complex multi-day/multi-track conference programs
  • Proven track record in audience and sponsorship acquisition
  • Strong ability to influence global stakeholders

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