Description

The Society of International Business Fellows (SIBF) is a leading nonprofit business association dedicated to advancing the success of its members through world-class education, leadership development, and meaningful professional connections. Our signature programs—including the Annual Summit, regional and international briefings, local events, and year-round virtual content—bring together business leaders from across North America and around the world.

Requirements

The Director of Meetings & Events is a senior leadership role responsible for the end-to-end strategy, planning, and flawless execution of SIBF's meetings and events portfolio. This individual brings deep expertise in high-end meeting management, exceptional relationship-building skills with vendors, partners, and stakeholders, and the operational excellence required to deliver memorable, on-brand experiences. The Director oversees a portfolio of events that reflects the prestige, mission, and global reputation of SIBF while advancing member engagement and organizational objectives.

Strategic Leadership:

•  Develop and execute a comprehensive annual meetings and events strategy that advances SIBF's mission, strengthens its brand, and delivers exceptional value to   members.
•  Serve as the organization's senior authority on meetings and events, providing strategic direction on industry trends, emerging technologies, attendee         engagement, and operational best practices.
•  Partner with the Executive Director, senior leadership team, and Board of Directors to identify event-related opportunities, assess risks, and ensure the   organization's event portfolio supports SIBF's long-term strategic objectives.
•  Drive innovation across the meetings portfolio by continuously evaluating new formats, technologies, and experiential approaches that enhance member engagement and organizational impact.

Event Planning & Execution

• Lead all phases of the event lifecycle for SIBF's portfolio of national, regional, and virtual programs, including the flagship Annual Summit, executive briefings, and local events.
• Oversee site selection, contract negotiations, and vendor management for hotels, audiovisual providers, caterers, transportation companies, and other event partners.
• Direct the development of detailed project timelines, run-of-show documents, operational plans, and contingency strategies to ensure flawless event execution.
  Provide executive oversight of all on-site operations, serving as the primary liaison with venues, vendors, and key stakeholders to ensure exceptional attendee experiences.
• Lead, mentor, and oversee the Senior Meetings Manager when necessary, providing strategic direction, operational guidance, and support to ensure successful planning and execution across all events.

Budget and Financial Management

•       Develop and manage the annual events budget, monitor expenses against projections, and ensure programs remain on budget.
•       Negotiate favorable contracts with hotels, venues, and vendors while identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising the attendee experience.
•       Prepare post-event financial reconciliations, analyze results, and provide ROI and budget reports to senior leadership.

Stakeholder and Member Engagement

•       Collaborate with membership, communications, and program teams to ensure event content aligns with member needs and organizational priorities.
•       Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors, speakers, and VIP guests to enhance the quality, prestige, and financial success of events.
•       Gather and analyze attendee feedback to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and enhance the overall member experience.

Team and Vendor Leadership

•       Manage event staff and contractors
•       Collaborate extensively with internal staff, volunteer leaders, vendors, hotels, and destination partners to successfully deliver high-quality programs.
•       Build and maintain strong vendor relationships and ensure all partners meet SIBF's standards for quality, reliability, professionalism, and service excellence.

Core Competencies

•       Team Collaboration and Relationship Management: Exceptionally skilled at working within dynamic team environments while building strong relationships              with members, stakeholders, partners, and internal teams.
•       Executive Presence and Communication: Demonstrates professionalism, confidence, and clarity in communications with executives, volunteers, members, and        external partners.
•       Operational Excellence and Financial Stewardship: Maintains exceptional attention to detail, exercises sound financial judgment, and manages resources                  effectively to deliver high-quality programs.
•       Leadership and Mission Orientation: Provides strong team leadership and development while remaining focused on member needs, organizational priorities,          and advancing the mission of SIBF.

Preferred Qualifications

•       Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) and/or Certified Meeting Manager (CMM) designation.
•       Experience working with a not-for-profit membership association or professional society.
•       Proficiency with association management systems (AMS) and event registration platforms and integrations.
•       Experience planning and producing hybrid and virtual meetings, including the technology, logistics, and attendee experience required for successful delivery.

What We Offer

•       A competitive salary commensurate with experience.
•       Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
•       Simple IRA pension plan with employer contributions.
•       SEP plan with employer contributions.
•       Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
•       A collaborative, mission-driven culture supported by a committed leadership team.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Human Resources at resume@sibf.org. Please include “Director of Meetings and Events” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

SIBF is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We value the unique perspectives and contributions of all employees and applicants and are dedicated to ensuring equal opportunity in all aspects of employment.