Conference Lead

We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100. Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make business connections.

We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programmes for individuals and businesses.

This role is based in our 222 West Las Colinas Boulevard, Irving, Texas 75039 office.

Be a part of the world’s premier Health Tech event—HIMSS Global Conference & Exhibition. This influential gathering attracts over 25,000 attendees, 1,000 exhibitors, and features more than 600 sessions annually. This position involves designing and delivering cutting‑edge content that shapes industry trends while collaborating with healthcare visionaries and technology pioneers. Your exceptional organization, communication skills, and financial acumen will have a direct impact on this global gathering, which defines the future of healthcare.

• Program Development and Management
  • Assist with keynote and executive summit speaker management, and other high‑profile programming, with keen attention to detail.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Health IT Content and individual contributors on the delivery of clinical and non‑clinical CE‑eligible content.
  • Help manage volunteer groups, solicitation of content fulfillment, and other responsibilities across educational programming.
  • Create immersive, synergistic programming that aligns with overall conference objectives: curated meet‑ups, etc.
  • Manage and execute content sponsorship deliverables.
  • Support new event programming initiatives, introduction of new events, topics, and program expansion opportunities.
  • Utilize project management skills and other methodologies as identified to manage multiple, complex projects simultaneously, bringing them to completion within expected time frames and managing the development and completion of program elements within related timelines.
  • Interact with speakers at all levels to ensure program quality and alignment.
  • Build collaborative relationships with internal teams and external partners.
  • Facilitate the application and vetting process for executive level programming.
  • Contribute to strategic planning for the Content and Programming Department.
• Administrative
  • Process invoices for all keynote and executive summit speakers and volunteers.
  • Maintain budget for Content and Programming team.
  • Work with the HIMSS Operations Team to develop content signage assets.
  • Plan and execute content and programming team events.
  • Assist with special projects identified by the VP of Content and Programming.
  • Manage onsite activities for conference program.
  • Travel to in‑person events as required.

• Minimum 2‑5 years of related work experience, preferably in professional societies, trade associations, program management, or healthcare environments.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder and program management.
• Intermediate understanding of budgeting and proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet deadlines.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Products, Teams, SharePoint, Forms, , Canva, and Outlook.
• Experience with scheduling software and content management systems.

We believe that great things happen when people connect face‑to‑face. That’s why we work in‑person with each other, or with customers and partners, three days a week or more. When you’re not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces – like at an Informa event – you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely.

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us.

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