Meeting/Event Director jobs in the United States

Meeting/Event Director directs the overall planning and strategy for live or virtual meetings and events for an organization. Defines the goals, success metrics, and messaging for events. Being a Meeting/Event Director implements best practices and develops planning standards, policies. and procedures. Additionally, Meeting/Event Director develops a network of vendors. Approves the final selection of venues, catering, technology, and other event support services. Reviews and approves contracts and has overall responsibility for ensuring events stay within budget. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Meeting/Event Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Meeting/Event Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Entry Level Logistics Coordinator
  • HR Director
  • Des Plaines, IL FULL_TIME
  • Entry Level Logistics Coordinator - Des Plaines, IL
    $46,890 - $56,312/Annually
    This position offers full health benefits, vision, dental, 401k, PTO all eligible on first day of hire.


    We are a global company that connects the world, with a network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 20,000 employees worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

    As this department is oftentimes the first point of contact with many of our customers, delivering exceptional customer service is vital in upholding the positive image our customers have of our company. As a Logistics Coordinator, you will be held accountable for providing unparalleled support to our customers and building meaningful relationships that cultivate long-lasting customer loyalty.

    Your responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

    • Supporting our current international customer base by answering customer’s telephone/fax/email inquiries, quoting from A-Z concerning their shipments
    • Tracking shipments from multiple points of origin to final destinations
    • Coordinating, organizing, and tracking imports and exports; managing documentation and ensuring correct procedures are being followed
    • Adhering to procedures and productivity standards
    • Completing shipment accounting activities in an accurate and timely manner by issuing invoices and posting payments
    • Maintaining and building rapport through constant correspondence with customers, vendors, carriers, and other offices through telephone/e-mail
    • Creating, maintaining, and issuing reports and shipping documents
    • Providing customers with the best transportation solutions by quoting rates and scheduling shipments for delivery
    • Receiving and updating shipment information including pre-alerts and issuing documents.
    • Troubleshooting, resolving, and documenting problems and services issues and maintaining operational systems
    • Providing support to fellow associates, supervisors, and department managers as necessary

    Qualifications Desired:

    • 1 years’ experience in a customer service-oriented position- internship and retail experience accepted
    • Problem-solving and analytical abilities to identify and solve problems that may or may not be resolved by standardized procedures
    • Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite
    • Excellent verbal and communication skills
  • 2 Months Ago

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Catering Director
  • Confidential - Catering Director
  • Smithfield, RI FULL_TIME
  • SummaryAs a Catering Director, you will lead a team in executing flawless catering events, utilizing your core skills in staff training, management, and food service management. Your premium skills in...
  • 30 Days Ago

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Executive Director, Process Engineering
  • 10001097 - Senior Director Science
  • Gaithersburg, MD FULL_TIME
  • If you have the passion and the drive to accelerate growth and make people’s lives better – then AstraZeneca is the place for you. In Operations we have a big ambition – to deliver more medicines to p...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Director of Translational Regulatory Science
  • 10001224 - Assoc Director Regulatory
  • Gaithersburg, MD FULL_TIME
  • Are you a strategically focused Regulatory professional who would like to play an integral part in bringing life changing Oncology medicines to patients? If so, please join us! At AstraZeneca, we work...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Regulatory Affairs Director - Oncology
  • 10001224 - Assoc Director Regulatory
  • New York, NY FULL_TIME
  • Are you a strategically focussed Regulatory professional and would like to play an integral part in bringing life changing Oncology medicines to patients? If you are please read on!About AstraZeneca A...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Assistant Food and Beverage Director
  • Assistant Food and Beverage Director
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Competitive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision BenefitsCompetitive SalaryIncentive potential is targeted up to 10% of eligible earnings with a maximum of 15%.Cellphone Stipend to assist with cost401k P...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Manager, Meeting & Event Operations
  • Access Intelligence
  • Rockville, MD
  • The Event Operations Team at Access Intelligence is hiring for an Manager, Meeting & Event Operations to work on several...
  • 11/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manager, Special Events
  • Prevent Cancer Foundation
  • Alexandria, VA
  • Summary: The Prevent Cancer Foundation is seeking a Manager of Special Events who will work collaboratively with the Sen...
  • 11/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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On-Site Assistant Community Manager
  • Community Association Management Professionals (CAMP)
  • Alexandria, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Community Association Management Professionals is looking for an enthusiastic, friendly ...
  • 11/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Site Hospitality Coordinator
  • Verizon - VA - Ashburn
  • Ashburn, VA
  • Overview If you love creating memorable experiences for clients while being an organized critical thinker, we are lookin...
  • 11/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Operations Manager
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
  • Sterling, VA
  • Company Description Initial hiring pay range (based on location, experience, etc.): $24.75 - $26.75/hour At Raising Cane...
  • 11/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Vice President of Conference Services
  • Compass Group
  • Washington, DC
  • Vice President of Conference ServicesClick Here to Apply OnlineJob Description Compass Corporate Salary: $150,000 - $170...
  • 11/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Jr Meeting Planner
  • Randstad
  • Rockville, MD
  • MUST BE LOCAL Jr Meeting Planner $28.00 per hour / Long Term Contract / Possible Temp to Hire Remote, but they need to b...
  • 11/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Program Support Analyst
  • Leidos
  • McLean, VA
  • Description Leidos is seeking a Program Support Analyst to support the Program Management Office (PMO) of two contracts ...
  • 10/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Income Estimation for Meeting/Event Director jobs
$142,496 to $191,590

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