Conference Producer

Conference Producer- Corporate Learning Network (CLN)

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.
Salary: $70,000–$80,000 baseLocation: Hybrid — 1–2 days/week in our Midtown Manhattan officeSchedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PMEmployment: Full-time, permanentLocation Requirement: Must reside in NY, NJ, or CTBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
Build the Events Executives Want to AttendCorporate Learning Network (CLN), a division of IQPC, brings together senior Learning & Development, HR, and Talent Strategy leaders from some of the world's largest companies.Through executive-level conferences, digital content, webinars, white papers, and networking experiences, we create forums where leaders exchange ideas, share strategies, and explore what's next in the world of workforce transformation.
Now, we're looking for a Conference Producer who wants to take ownership, move quickly, and play a major role in bringing these experiences to life.
The RoleAs a Conference Producer, you'll own the content and speaker strategy for 4–6 conferences each year — from the initial concept all the way through the live event.You'll identify the topics executives care about, build compelling agendas, research and engage senior leaders, and secure VP, SVP, and C-level executives as speakers.This isn't a role where you'll simply manage an existing event.You'll help build it.
You'll spend your time talking to executives, developing ideas, writing compelling content, managing multiple deadlines, and working cross-functionally to make sure every event delivers a great experience.
What You'll Do
Own Your EventsOwn 4–6 conferences annually from concept through onsite executionDevelop conference themes, agendas, session topics, and contentResearch emerging trends and identify topics that matter to senior executives
Build the Speaker LineupIdentify and recruit VP, SVP, and C-level executives to participate as speakersConduct high-volume outreach through email, LinkedIn, phone, and other channelsBuild relationships with senior-level executives and convert outreach into confirmed speakersManage the speaker pipeline and consistently hit monthly targets
Make It HappenManage event timelines, milestones, and deliverablesCoordinate closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and other internal teamsOwn speaker communication from initial outreach through the onsite experienceTroubleshoot issues, keep projects moving, and make decisions when things changeAttend and help execute conferences onsite
What We're Looking ForWe're looking for someone who is driven, organized, confident, and comfortable taking ownership.You don't necessarily need to come from a traditional conference production background. If you've successfully recruited, sold to, influenced, or closed senior stakeholders, your experience could translate extremely well.
You'll bring:2–5 years of experience in event production, conference management, recruiting, sales, or a related roleDemonstrated ability to engage and close senior-level stakeholdersExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong project management and organizational skillsThe ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneouslyA proactive, resourceful approach — you see what needs to happen and make it happenPersistence and confidence when reaching out to senior executivesA strong sense of ownership and accountabilityComfort working in a fast-moving, target-driven environment
What Success Looks LikeYou'll know you're succeeding when:You're consistently hitting speaker acquisition targetsYour events feature relevant, high-quality VP, SVP, and C-level speakersAgendas are compelling, timely, and built around what executives actually want to discussEvent milestones and deadlines stay on trackSpeakers and internal teams have a clear, positive experienceYou can walk into an event and see something you helped create come to life
Why Join CLN?
Own Something RealYou won't be handed a small piece of an event and asked to manage it. You'll own your conferences from idea to execution. The speakers, the content, the agenda, and ultimately the experience — you'll have a direct impact on all of it.
Work Directly With Top ExecutivesYou'll build relationships with VP, SVP, and C-level leaders from some of the world's largest companies. It's an opportunity to develop a network that can stay with you throughout your career.
See Your Work Come to LifeThere aren't months of waiting to see the impact of your work. You develop the content, secure the speakers, build the agenda — and then see it all come together on stage.
Develop High-Value SkillsThis role combines executive communication, relationship building, research, writing, negotiation, project management, and event execution. You'll build a skill set that can take your career in multiple directions.
High Performance, High OwnershipWe set clear goals, measure results, and give people the opportunity to make an impact. If you're someone who likes having ownership and seeing a direct connection between your effort and your results, you'll thrive here.
Be Part of a Proven BusinessCLN is part of IQPC, an established global events business with a proven track record of producing executive-level conferences and delivering high-quality experiences for business leaders.
Ready to Build Something?If you're ambitious, organized, naturally curious, and energized by the idea of getting senior executives to say "yes" — we'd love to hear from you.Bring the ideas. Build the relationships. Own the event.
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