Associate Director, Conferences Operations, Data Management

Gartner

. Lead project management for multiple cross-functional workstreams related to the global event calendar, capacity, and attendee projections for Gartner C-Level Communities .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $93,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management and event management, with a strong focus on data analytics, financial management, and strategic decision-making. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex programs while ensuring alignment with business goals.

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Project ManagementEvent ManagementData AnalyticsFinancial ManagementInterpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

Project Management ExperienceEvent Management ExperienceData AnalysisCapacity AnalysisChange ManagementP&L ManagementSponsorship Growth AnalysisAgenda ManagementPresentation DevelopmentCalendar Management

Soft Skills

Strong Interpersonal SkillsCreative ThinkingAttention to DetailExcellent Communication SkillsProblem-Solving Abilities

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Cross-Functional CollaborationEvent Calendar ManagementAttendee ProjectionsLeadership EngagementContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead project management for multiple cross-functional workstreams related to the global event calendar, capacity, and attendee projections for Gartner C-Level Communities
Oversee identifying and confirming dates for future events with internal stakeholders
Develop and maintain a comprehensive event calendar aligned with P&L goals
Collaborate on date and venue selections using event requirements, scheduling strategy, projected growth, holidays, portfolio calendars, and competitive events
Manage calendar scheduling approvals, approval criteria, change-management processes, and leadership escalations
Lead official calendar communications, status updates, reporting, and publication of future events
Analyze venue capacity and attendee projection data to align calendar and venue options with business needs
Build tools and reports for scalable attendee and sponsorship capacity analysis across 100+ annual events
Analyze sponsorship growth proposals for demand alignment, program experience, and profitability
Manage agendas and presentations for key initiative meetings and guide leadership decisions with data

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
10+ years of project management experience
Event management experience strongly preferred
Experience managing complex programs with multiple variables and dependencies
Strong interpersonal skills, especially with senior-level professionals
Creative, strategic thinker with keen attention to detail
Financial management experience (preferred)
Motivated team player with a growth mindset
Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and manage change
Ability to thrive under pressure and make confident decisions
Ability to travel up to six times per year, domestically and potentially internationally
Exceptional problem-solving and data analytics abilities
Ability to work independently in a matrixed environment
Ability to engage, influence, and lead senior leaders (VPs and above)
Demonstrates integrity, collaboration, growth-mindset, objectivity, and consistent results
Operates with urgency and can manage change in a dynamic environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan
Generous PTO
401k match up to $7,200 per year
Opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
Hybrid work environment with flexibility to work virtually when productive
Market-leading benefit programs
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities