Meeting/Event Director directs the overall planning and strategy for live or virtual meetings and events for an organization. Defines the goals, success metrics, and messaging for events. Being a Meeting/Event Director implements best practices and develops planning standards, policies. and procedures. Additionally, Meeting/Event Director develops a network of vendors. Approves the final selection of venues, catering, technology, and other event support services. Reviews and approves contracts and has overall responsibility for ensuring events stay within budget. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Meeting/Event Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Meeting/Event Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The full-time Director will be pivotal in driving community engagement, advocacy, and financial stability for the chamber. This role creates and implements programs, events, and initiatives that support our members, promote our community, and foster strong government relations. Effective time management is crucial for success.
Key Responsibilities:
· Cultivate meaningful relationships with businesses and community organizations.
· Monitor and advocate for local and state policies affecting our community.
· Build relationships with government officials and stakeholders to advance the chamber's objectives.
· Manage and improve the chamber's membership program, focusing on retention and benefits.
· Assist members with their business needs and connect them with relevant resources. Tailor membership solutions that align with their goals.
· Plan and execute a select number of high-impact programs that provide value to members and promote local industry.
· Calendar all events & schedule in Chambermaster.
· Coordinate website updates with web design company.
· Send out all events and member events in Constant Contact & Meltwater (social media platform).
· Effectively manage the chamber's budget and seek funding opportunities to support critical initiatives.
· Work closely with the Chamber’s accountant agency.
· Enter transactions in the Chambermaster member database.
· Enter deposits in QuickBooks.
· Schedule Monthly Board meetings.
· Work with the President & Secretary on the agenda.
Qualifications:
Working Hours: This is a full-time position, with some flexibility required to accommodate chamber events and activities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 per year
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Work Location: In person