This position is responsible for contributing to the successful planning, implementation, and growth of DMEC’s in-person conferences and regional events.
Leads the development and management of project plans and deadlines related to all aspects of DMEC conferences and events ensuring that all necessary information is communicated with and completed by staff, volunteers, third-party vendors, and other constituents.
Assists in the creation and management of the annual DMEC conferences budget, including researching and gathering information to assist in the creation of the budget and monthly expense scheduling and monitoring.
Works closely with DMEC staff, vendors, and volunteers to develop and implement successful conferences and events.
Assists the Director of Membership, Business Development and Events in all aspects of conference management, logistics, and execution.
Coordinates the management of all venue sourcing, special events, overnight accommodation, room blocks, reservations, meals, and special requests for staff, speakers, VIPs, etc. for all DMEC events.
Assists with the management of onsite conference activities, including room sets, AV set-up, exhibit hall, and registration set-up/tear down, etc.
Manages the planning and oversight of DMEC conference recordings.

Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
CMP required
Minimum of five years in the meeting planning industry required
Experienced and comfortable with IT programs used to manage events; Cadmium & ON24 preferred
Database experience in Salesforce/AMS, such as Nimble AMS or similar program preferred
Experience managing speakers, exhibitors, and sponsors throughout conference planning process

40 hours of paid sick leave per calendar year, unless a greater amount is required under state of local law
4.62 vacation hours accrued per pay period (3 weeks per year)
40 hours of bereavement leave
401K retirement plan with 100% company match up to 4% of salary
Flexible spending accounts
Eight (8) holidays, plus your birthday (floating holiday); in addition, the DMEC office is closed for two days following each in-person conference (2 conferences per year), and Christmas Eve through New Year’s Day each year (employees will be paid for any workdays that fall during that period)
Employees become eligible for group health and welfare benefits on the first of the month after completion of 30 days of employment.
Fully paid health, dental, vision, group life, and disability insurance (short-term and long-term)
Employees are eligible on the first of the month following 60 days of employment for the following benefits: 80 hours of Paid Family Leave per year
Equipment DMEC will provide the necessary computer equipment (laptop and printer) for the employee’s home office as well as a monthly technology stipend of $100.

Events Manager

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