Director, Meetings & Events

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. Lead the planning and execution of corporate meetings, conferences, executive events, and client experiences .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • United StatesLead💰 $82,500 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in planning and executing corporate meetings and events, with a strong focus on client relationship management, budgeting, and team leadership. Proven ability to enhance attendee experiences through effective logistics coordination and program evaluation.

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Event PlanningClient Relationship ManagementBudget ManagementTeam LeadershipLogistics Coordination

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Hard Skills

Event ExecutionBudgetingVendor ManagementProgram EvaluationAttendee ManagementLogistics CoordinationContract NegotiationResource AllocationOnsite OperationsCross-Functional Team Leadership

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsPeople LeadershipProblem-SolvingResourcefulnessCalm Under Pressure

Industry Keywords

Corporate MeetingsConferencesClient ExperiencesEvent AgencyExperiential MarketingLeadership ProgramsTrade ShowsPost-Event ReconciliationClient PitchesEvent Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the planning and execution of corporate meetings, conferences, executive events, and client experiences
Develop programs aligned with client objectives and deliver exceptional attendee experiences
Serve as primary client lead, building trusted relationships, providing recommendations, and ensuring program success
Lead cross-functional teams, establishing staffing plans, priorities, accountability, and resource allocation
Oversee venue sourcing and contracting, attendee management, logistics, production, hospitality, transportation, registration, and onsite operations
Manage event budgets, forecasting, financial tracking, and post-event reconciliation
Partner with MKTG creative, finance, and agency leadership to coordinate resources and support program execution
Review client deliverables, presentations, event documentation, post-event reports, and recommendations
Provide onsite leadership while managing teams, vendors, and stakeholders and resolving issues in real time
Evaluate program performance and identify process improvements and opportunities to enhance attendee experiences
Coach, mentor, and develop team members
Support business development, including client pitches, proposals, and expanding opportunities within existing accounts

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of demonstrated experience planning and executing corporate meetings, conferences, leadership programs, and/or trade shows
Experience leading teams and managing complex programs
Experience in an event, experiential, or marketing agency environment strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of meeting logistics, attendee experience, and coordination with content and production teams
Ability to manage multiple clients, complex programs, and competing priorities from planning through onsite execution
Strong people leadership skills, including team development, delegation, and accountability
Excellent client relationship, communication, and presentation skills
Resourcefulness, sound judgment, and ability to remain calm under pressure
Strong budgeting, negotiation, and vendor management skills
Willingness to travel and support events outside traditional business hours, including evenings and weekends
Willingness to assist with onsite event setup, breakdown, and operational support when required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401k
Flexible paid time off
At least 15 paid holidays per year
Paid sick and safe leave
Paid parental leave
Applicable state and local employee leave benefits