Director, Events

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead a team of skilled event managers.

• Coordinate and supervise the planning, budgeting, execution, and assessment of IFPA events.

• Direct the annual Global Produce and Floral Show along with a range of international events.

• Create innovative and engaging experiences for attendees from around the world.

• Enhance global member engagement, recruitment, and retention efforts.

• Drive revenue growth for IFPA.

• Provide strategic guidance to member volunteer committees and task forces.

• Mentor and develop a high-performing events team.

• Develop and refine standards, policies, procedures, and best practices for event operations.

• Oversee the development, design, execution, and assessment of a comprehensive event portfolio strategy.

• Manage event revenue and communicate financial forecasts for event budgets.

• Collaborate with both internal and external partners on event investments, enhancements, and growth initiatives.

• Act as a staff liaison for event-related committees and engage in cross-functional teams.

• Collaborate on program evaluations, annual business planning, and budgeting.

• Supervise event planning, customer service, and onsite operations.

• Oversee venue selection, contract negotiations, and operational partnerships for the Global Produce and Floral Show.

• Identify revenue opportunities and establish pricing to support member value and financial growth.

• Attend professional meetings, workshops, and seminars.

• Participate in staff meetings, committees, task forces, and strategic initiatives.

• Apply research on industry trends, member needs, and relevant topics.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Event Management, Planning, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

• CAE and/or CMP certification is desirable.

• Over 7 years of progressively responsible experience in leading large-scale conferences, tradeshows, and event portfolios, including budget oversight, staff management, and strategic planning.

• More than 7 years of experience in leading and developing professional staff.

• Proficient in computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, event management systems, Zoom, Teams, and familiarity with database programs such as Salesforce.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment, demonstrating flexibility, agility, and meeting deadlines.

• Exceptional interpersonal communication and presentation skills.

• Strong analytical abilities and budget management skills.

• Willingness to travel for business approximately 10 times per year.

• Must reside within the United States.

🏝️ Benefits

• Business-related travel is required approximately 10 times per year.