Develop events that project the professionalism of our association, engage participants and deliver high value to our members
Plan and execute meetings and events, such as major industry conferences, board meetings, committee meetings, fly-ins, and smaller internal meetings
Supervise the Data Administrator, Membership and Meetings
Provide all meeting planning related expertise for the Associations major conferences to deliver high value, well-attended events that advance member engagement and the AF&PA brand
Manage hotel logistics and room block management
Schedule development and staffing schedule development & assignments
Review all marketing materials (print & electronic)
Assist in content development for conference event websites and post-event surveys/evaluations
Source, negotiate and manage additional equipment or service vendors required to execute the event
Develop and track conference budgets and communicate project performance to teams and senior management
Requirements
BA or BS degree preferred
5-7 or more years of meeting planning experience, including contract negotiation experience, required
CMP certification preferred
Experience with re:Members AMS (formerly Impexium) or similar association software platform or equivalent CRM platform
Exceptional attention to detail, and excellent writing, grammar and proofreading skills
Collaboration and interpersonal skills; capable of working on multiple tasks with others
Excellent organization skills to work in a fast-paced and changing environment
Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and discretion with limited supervision
Ability to grasp new tasks quickly; and a willingness to learn about the paper and packaging industry
Excellent computer skills using MS Office Suite, proficiency with data systems and presentation software, and strong internet research skills
Benefits
Paid Vacation, Personal and Sick leave totaling 27-42 days per year (based on relevant experience), plus holidays and paid Parental Leave
Two Blue Cross Blue Shield medical plans for employees and their families
Generous 401(k) retirement plan with up to 9% employer contribution (after waiting period)
Free fitness center and pickleball courts at the DC office location
Plus dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account...
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