Job description
Opal Group organizes premier live conferences catered to top executives and decision-makers throughout various industries. We are dedicated to providing high-quality events and information through unparalleled speaking sessions, workshops, and unique face-to-face networking opportunities. Our unique work environment offers an opportunity for the “self-starter” with truly unlimited growth potential.
Conference Producers coordinate and manage all aspects of their events. This includes researching and creating new conference topics, writing agendas, recruiting speakers, and developing marketing and sales strategies for the events.
Location: Remote 80%, Travel 20%
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Conduct and research potential attendees and sponsors in a target market to develop conference agendas.
- Analyze research and use critical thinking to develop commercial conference programs that meet the stated needs of the market.
- Identify, invite and confirm appropriate speakers for conferences.
- Establish and maintain relationships with key professionals, industry leaders, senior executives, and media within relevant vertical markets.
- Attend and oversee virtual and live conferences, including providing an opening introduction, speaker assistance, and support.
- Work with and support a cross-functional team on an ongoing basis to ensure successful marketing and sponsorship of conferences.
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of experience in conference production, with a proven track record of producing conferences that generate large revenue.
- Proficiency in organizing events and managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- Strategic thinker with a deep understanding of market dynamics and emerging trends in the conference industry.
- Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
- Strong leadership skills in an entrepreneurial setting, adept at inspiring and motivating teams to achieve exceptional results, while also being self-motivated and capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Strong leadership skills in an entrepreneurial setting with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve exceptional results.
Benefits & Work Environment:
At Opal Group, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive and supportive work culture. Our benefits include:
- 100% remote work environment with occasional travel to on-site conferences (based on the position)
- Paid Time Off (available after 90 days), including:
- Vacation Days
- Sick Leave
- Compensatory Time
- One Wellness & Wellbeing Day, One Floating Holiday, and One Religious Observance Day per year
- Jury Duty Pay
- Paid Time Off for Voting
- Paid federal holidays with early release the day prior
- Summer Fridays
- All travel-related expenses covered for onsite events, including flights, hotel accommodations, and meals
- Benefits Available for Full-time Employees:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Profit Sharing
Join a company that values innovation, initiative, and the individuals who drive it forward.
Disclaimer: Opal Group does not ask for any personal information or payments during the recruitment process.
Equal pay for equal work. EEO-ACA Compliance.
