Conference Manager
CurrentSpeaker/Program Management• Develop and manage program timeline and abstract database• Tabulate speaker abstract submissions and reviewer’s information• Organize submission and review database for program scheduling• Manage program scheduling meetings with client• Draft and produce program text• Send all speaker communication regarding speaker updates/acceptance/decline/instructionsLogistical Management• Lead CM team on the account to ensure all deadlines are met and tasks correctly completed• Be the primary overall point of contact for the client• Compile and maintain detailed RFP & specifications; manage site selection process on clients’ behalf for future years• Coordinate staff/planning team site visits to future-year cities• Manage Room Blocks for current & future meetings; adjust room blocks as needed.• Develop and maintain contracts with hotels and convention centers• Develop and manage conference budgets• Order Audio-Visual, Internet and Electricity for all show management, exhibit and conference areas.• Lead periodic Strategic Planning meetings with client