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As the Conference Planning Manager, you will support our team at the FDIC Training Center in Arlington, VA. The Conference Planning Manager will coordinate all special event requests. They will coordinate efforts with Senior Conference Planning Manager, Executive Chef, and Food and Beverage Manager, to properly meet the needs of the account.
Job Responsibility:
Assist with the development of event budgets, track expenses, and review and ensure timely payment of event invoices
Build detailed project plans that keep stakeholders aligned on timelines and deliverables. Develop run-of-show documents and production schedules to ensure flawless delivery
Coordinate and detail all event logistics, to include, but not limited to, Audio-Visual requirements, room configurations, supply needs, meeting content, etc
Manage event registration, attendee communication, rooming lists, food & beverage, graphic materials, security, parking, and other event needs
Handle event walk-throughs, dry-runs, and pre-conference meetings with stakeholders, when applicable
Serve as the primary owner for execution and day-of coordination and liaise with internal teams
Conduct post-event debrief with clients to measure and report event performance, and review client/attendee feedback to improve processes, engagement, and overall event impact
Attend weekly and daily coordination meetings with the team to review changes and questions for assigned events
Adhere to the Client’s established policies and approval requirements for planning and conducting conferences and events
Perform the above as well as additional assigned duties by the Conference Services Director
Requirements:
Associate's degree
3-4 years of professional event-planning experience, including multi-day conferences and virtual events
Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Applicant must meet the client's conditions of employment process. (government fingerprint and background check - Taxcompliance report)
Nice to have:
Bachelors preferred
What we offer:
Comprehensive Insurance Plan (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA options)
401(k) - Aramark matches 50% of the first 6% of contributions
Tuition Assistance Program
15 days vacation + 8 PTO days + 11 Federal holidays