Director of Global Events & Programs

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  • for lists. We need to preserve all substantive info: need to include details like reporting structure, supervises, works closely with, etc. Those are part of responsibilities? Could be included under Responsibilities as bullet points. We must not include application instructions, EEO, etc. Let's extract content. POSITION SUMMARY paragraph: "The Director of Global Events & Programs is a senior leadership position responsible for developing, managing, and continuously elevating ACBSP's global event portfolio and programming. This role will develop and lead a full spectrum of ACBSP's event and educational offerings — from the Annual Conference and regional events to online learning, professional development seminars, and training programs — with a focus on delivering exceptional experiences for ACBSP's global membership community. Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the Director of Global Events & Programs serves as ACBSP's senior authority on events and program strategy. This person will centralize and build ACBSP's event operations, develop and lead a high-performing events team, and partner closely with senior leadership to position ACBSP as a premier global convener and programming resource for business education professionals worldwide." ABOUT ACBSP paragraph: two paragraphs about ACBSP mission, etc. We'll include. REPORTING STRUCTURE: "Reports directly to: President & CEO Directly supervises: Events team staff, including Manager and Coordinator-level positions Works closely with: Accreditation, Member Services, Strategic Communications, Finance, and senior leadership" We can incorporate that into Responsibilities or maybe as part of About the role? Probably under Responsibilities as bullet. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: many bullet-like paragraphs. We'll convert each sentence or clause into
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Let's list duties from the text: Events & Programs Strategy: - Develop and execute a comprehensive annual events and programs strategy aligned with ACBSP's strategic priorities, member needs, and organizational mission - Centralize and restructure ACBSP's event operations — establishing clear processes, systems, accountability structures, and organizational standards across all event types and regions - Oversee the full lifecycle of ACBSP's Annual Conference — from concept and programming through execution and post-event evaluation — delivering a flagship event that reflects ACBSP's global stature and member value - Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of regional conferences, board meetings, committee meetings, and member events worldwide - Continuously assess and elevate the quality, relevance, and impact of ACBSP's events and programs portfolio — identifying opportunities to innovate, expand, and better serve the global membership community - Develop and manage the events calendar — ensuring strategic alignment, efficient resource allocation, and seamless execution across all event types Learning & Professional Development Programming: - Design, develop, and manage ACBSP's online learning and professional development portfolio — including webinars, virtual conferences, on-demand learning modules, and training programs for members, evaluators, commissioners, and board members - Build a programming strategy that positions ACBSP as a premier resource for business education professionals seeking continuous improvement, accreditation knowledge, and professional growth - Develop accreditation training and onboarding programs for new member institutions, evaluators, and commissioners - Identify partnerships and collaborations that expand ACBSP's programming offerings and reach — including partnerships with business community organizations - Measure and report on program effectiveness — using data to continuously improve programming and member outcomes Virtual & Hybrid Events: - Lead ACBSP's virtual and hybrid event strategy — developing innovative digital programming that engages global members who cannot attend in-person events - Potentially oversee the selection and management of virtual event platforms and digital learning technologies - Apply current and emerging best practices in digital event production to deliver engaging, high-quality virtual experiences - Stay current on trends in virtual events, online learning, and digital member engagement Team Leadership & Development: - Build, lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing events and programs team — establishing clear expectations, fostering professional growth, and modeling a culture of excellence, collaboration, and accountability - Provide regular coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback to direct reports — supporting their professional development and organizational contribution - Establish team workflows, processes, and systems that support efficient, coordinated, and high-quality event and program delivery - Contribute to ACBSP's broader organizational development — helping to build a professional, collaborative, and matrix-oriented work environment Vendor, Venue & Partner Management: - Develop and manage relationships with hotels, convention centers, audio-visual providers, destination management companies, catering vendors, and other event suppliers globally - Lead contract negotiations with venues and vendors — securing favorable terms that reflect ACBSP's budget and quality standards - Manage sponsor and exhibitor relationships in coordination with relevant staff — ensuring a positive experience that supports long-term partnership - Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with business community organizations, higher education institutions, and professional associations that enhance ACBSP's events and programming offerings Budget & Financial Management: - Develop and manage the annual events and programs budget — ensuring fiscal responsibility, accurate forecasting, and maximum return on investment - Monitor expenditures against approved budgets — identifying variances and implementing corrective action as needed - Identify revenue-generating opportunities within the events and programs portfolio — including sponsorships, registrations, and program fees - Provide regular budget reporting and financial updates to the President & CEO and Finance team Member Experience & Stakeholder Engagement: - Champion the member experience across all events and program touchpoints — ensuring every interaction reflects ACBSP's commitment to member service and organizational excellence - Develop and maintain event and program communications that are clear, timely, and mission-aligned - Gather and analyze member feedback to continuously improve ACBSP's events and programming offerings - Represent ACBSP with distinction in a broad range of professional environments — including member institutions, business community settings, industry conferences, and public forums — consistently reflecting the organization's values, mission, and global stature - Engage and partner with members of the business community to strengthen ACBSP's external relationships and expand the reach and relevance of its programming Now QUALIFICATIONS: Education: - Bachelor's degree required - Master's degree preferred Professional Credentials: - Candidates must hold the following active, recognized meetings industry credential: CMP (Certified Meeting Professional — Events Industry Council) - Candidates who do not hold an active CMP certification at time of application are not eligible for this position. ACBSP will support ongoing certification maintenance and continuing education. - Professional Credentials — Preferred: DES (Digital Event Strategist — PCMA) — strongly preferred given the significant virtual and hybrid programming responsibilities of this role - CAE (Certified Association Executive) Required Experience: - Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in event management, conference management, or program development — with demonstrated progression into senior or leadership roles - Proven experience leading and developing high-performing events or programs teams - Demonstrated experience developing and executing large-scale conferences and multi-format event portfolios - Experience designing and managing online learning programs, webinars, or professional development programming - Strong strategic thinking skills — with the ability to develop and execute an events and programs strategy aligned with organizational mission and member needs - Exceptional project management skills — with the ability to manage multiple complex, concurrent initiatives across a global portfolio - Demonstrated budget management experience — including forecasting, expense management, and financial reporting - Outstanding written and verbal communication skills — including the ability to represent ACBSP with confidence and distinction at the highest professional levels - Proven ability to build collaborative, professional, and high-performing team cultures - Impeccable professional demeanor — with the presence, poise, and credibility to represent ACBSP effectively in a broad range of organizational, member, and business community environments Preferred Experience: - Experience in a nonprofit association or corporate events environment — association experience strongly preferred - Experience managing international event logistics for globally diverse audiences - Experience with learning management systems (LMS) and digital learning platform selection and implementation - Experience managing event sponsorships, exhibitor programs, and strategic partnerships - Demonstrated ability to engage and partner with members of the business community — building relationships that expand organizational reach and programming relevance - Familiarity with accreditation, higher education, or business education environments KEY COMPETENCIES: List each competency as bullet? Could be a list. - Strategic vision — the ability to develop and execute a comprehensive events and programs strategy that advances ACBSP's mission and member value - Leadership and team development — a genuine commitment to building, developing, and inspiring high-performing teams through coaching, mentorship, and clear expectations - Events and programs expertise — deep, credentialed knowledge of meetings industry best practices, program design, and member experience - Professional presence — an impeccable professional demeanor and the ability to represent ACBSP with distinction across a broad range of environments - Global mindset — sensitivity to and appreciation for ACBSP's culturally and geographically diverse global membership - Member focus — an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for ACBSP's members worldwide - Business community engagement — the ability to build meaningful relationships with business community partners that strengthen ACBSP's external presence and programming - Collaboration — a natural partner who works effectively across organizational functions and with senior leadership - Innovation — a forward