Conference Director Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a Conference Director make in Chicago, IL? The average Conference Director salary in Chicago, IL is $63,241 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $56,420 and $71,892. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Director of Catering and Conference Services

Mecca HR Solutions - Austin , TX

Luxury resort in Austin, TX searching for a Director of Catering and Conference Services to join their dynamic team! Oversee the Catering & Convention Services Department by ensuring a consistent ...

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Banquet Manager/Captain

AT&T Hotel & Conference Center - Austin , TX

We are AT&T Hotel and Conference Center located in the heart of UT Campus, Hook 'em! OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Banquet Manager will be responsible to assist The Director of banquets in ...

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VIDEO EDITOR & Conference

Gartner - Las Vegas , NV

Job Title- VIDEO EDITOR & Conference Duration- 3 days Rate- $20-$23 p/hr on w2 Location- Las Vegas ... This person would report directly to the director of photography. Responsibilities: * Assemble ...

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Conference and Facility Support

DePelchin Children's Center - Houston , TX

Role : Conference and Facility Support Internal Job Title: Facility Specialist Classification ... Director, Facilities & Plant Management Location : Houston, TX Benefits : Robust Benefits Package ...

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Conference Center Coordinator (Global Law Firm)

Kay Search Group - Los Angeles , CA

Act as a liaise with building management, Office Services, Records, Accounting, and IT department * Assist with directing clients to the training/breakout rooms, pantry areas, the Conference Center ...

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Conference Services Events Manager

Beaver Run Resort - Breckenridge , CO

Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center is located in Breckenridge, Colorado - the heart of the ... While the Events Manager does not have any direct reports, they will be expected to oversee and ...

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What does a Conference Director do?

Common responsibilities of a Conference Director

Manage all aspects of 10 events per year including initial proposal, securing appropriate resources on- and off- campus, contracting, budgeting, coordination, on-site assistance, final invoice preparation and account closing.

January 06, 2023

Demonstrate exceptional customer service, strong knowledge of LIU resources and procedures, and a commitment to increasing external partnerships and clients.

January 26, 2023

Provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

February 10, 2023

Prepare Sales Action Plans, via the Account Coverage Program (ACP), and (KRA's) on a quarterly basis in order to focus on client needs and maximize sales efforts to minimize gap periods.

February 20, 2023

Drives innovation and sharing of best practice across BioPharmaceuticals Business Unit global functions and BioPharmaceuticals R&D, and supports capability development of Congress and Conference Planning as a Centre of Excellence.

April 05, 2023

Assists with preconstruction efforts such as bid proposals, contractor references and contracts, collecting compliance information and documents and contracts.

April 07, 2023

Develops and evaluates all Conference and Event Services (CES) service rate structures and collaborates with campus partners to broker services and fees to internal and external clients for single and multi-day events.

April 30, 2023

Review, on a daily basis, information entered into the Catering and Convention Services Department Daily Log and takes necessary steps to alleviate problems noted in the log.

May 17, 2023

Creates persuasive verbal and visual presentations, makes sales calls and generates new business, provides tours of the facility, negotiates contracts, and interacts with clients and associates of the resort at all levels.

May 20, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Conference Director in Chicago, IL

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What is the average salary for Conference Director in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Conference Director in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Conference Director ranges from $56,420 to $71,892 with the average base salary of $63,241. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $56,424 to $71,930 with the average total cash compensation of $63,294.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$63,241	$56,420 - $71,892
Bonus	$53	$5 - $38
Total Pay	$63,294	$56,424 - $71,930

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Conference Director Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,737 - $72,296	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,737 - $72,296	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,672 - $72,214	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,715 - $72,269	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,715 - $72,269	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,446 - $70,651	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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