For more than a century, LIMRA and LOMA have served as the largest trade association supporting the insurance and related financial services industry. Today, we’re working with over 700 member companies around the world to help them understand industry trends, inform their strategies, develop their talent, and create solutions that advance the industry. Companies come to us because no other organization is in a better position to help them understand their customers, markets, distribution channels, and competitors. Leading life insurance and financial services organizations around the world rely on their membership for one simple reason – they can make bottom-line decisions with greater confidence.

As an employer, we believe that greatness is built from the inside out. It is created by individuals who share common goals, and who support and rely on one another to achieve them. Our core values (Integrity, Customer Focus, Adaptability, Respect and Excellence) guide us in how we treat, respond to and interact with our customers, and one another. We do our best to support our employees in making the most of their lives both inside and outside of work.

Join Our Team as Director of Convening Operations & Production!

Are you a dynamic and passionate event professional ready to take the lead in managing and producing world-class events? We are looking for an enthusiastic Director of Convening Operations & Production to oversee our $6.5 million revenue-generating team and $3.7 million expense budget. This role is key to driving the success of our event planning and coordination teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and Innovate: Plan, design, and execute all LLG events, including conferences, summits, and employee meetings, in-person, hybrid, and virtual.

Team Leadership: Manage a talented team of 7 event planners and coordinators, ensuring efficient operations and staff development.

Event Excellence: Oversee all aspects of event production, from registration and setup to stage design and vendor management.

Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to shape and implement our overall convening strategy.

Vendor and Venue Management: Handle vendor procurement, venue sourcing, contract negotiation, and manage the RFP process for AV production.

Budget Management: Track and manage expenses, ensuring budget compliance and providing financial updates.

Travel Oversight: Manage travel operations, including policy enforcement and travel agency relationships.

Continuous Improvement: Regularly evaluate events, refine best practices, and stay abreast of industry trends.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Marketing, Business, Communications, or equivalent experience.

Experience: 10 years in event development and logistics, with 5 years managing teams.

Certification: CMP or CEP required

Skills: Strong event design background, AV and stage production expertise, excellent negotiation and conflict management skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Suite and CANVA.

Attributes: Exceptional organizational and interpersonal communication skills, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Travel: Willingness to travel within the US and Canada up to 40% of the time.

Why Join Us?

Impact: Play a crucial role in shaping and delivering impactful events that drive our organization’s mission.

Growth: Opportunity to develop and lead a diverse, talented team.

Innovation: Be at the forefront of event trends and innovations.

Ready to take your event management career to the next level? Apply now and become a key player in our dynamic team!

 

LIMRA and LOMA are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion extends to hiring individuals with unique perspectives and backgrounds. The range of experiences and viewpoints that our employees bring to work every day is a vital part of how we help members navigate with confidence.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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