Conference Director

WeAreAspire; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

WeAreAspire is seeking a commercially driven leader to build and scale a Conferences vertical from the ground up in Singapore. You will identify market opportunities, launch standout event platforms, and unlock new revenue streams while reporting to senior leadership.

You will shape growth, forge strategic partnerships with government bodies and industry leaders, and lead a team to execute from ideation to scale, building proprietary IP and sustainable revenue models.

Qualifications

• Seasoned leader with track record in conferences/events/experiential industries.
• Proven ability to launch and grow revenue-generating event platforms.
• Strong commercial mindset with execution focus.

Responsibilities

• Shape and execute a growth strategy for the Conferences vertical.
• Conceptualize and launch conferences, summits, forums, and immersive experiences.
• Forge strategic partnerships with government bodies, industry leaders, sponsors, and content creators.
• Create proprietary event IP and scalable revenue models.
• Drive business development, sponsorship, and partnership deals.
• Evaluate new ventures, collaborations, and investment opportunities.
• Build and lead the team and capabilities needed to scale the business.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Partnership management

Growth strategy

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

The Opportunity

This is not just another leadership role. It is a chance to build something from the ground up.

We are looking for a commercially driven, entrepreneurial leader to create and scale a high-impact business vertical in Conferences. Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will be at the forefront of identifying market opportunities, launching standout event platforms and unlocking new revenue streams.

If you have ever wanted to own and build a business within an established, high-potential organization, this is that opportunity.

What You’ll Do

• Shape and execute a growth strategy for the Conferences vertical
• Conceptualize and launch conferences, summits, forums, and immersive experiences
• Forge strategic partnerships with government bodies, industry leaders, sponsors, and content creators
• Create proprietary event IP and scalable revenue models
• Drive business development, sponsorship, and partnership deals
• Evaluate new ventures, collaborations, and investment opportunities
• Build and lead the team and capabilities needed to scale the business

Who You Are

• A seasoned leader in conferences, events, arts, culture, entertainment, or experiential industries
• Proven in launching and growing successful, revenue-generating event platforms
• Highly commercial, with a sharp eye for opportunity and execution
• A strong dealmaker with solid partnership and stakeholder management skills
• Well-connected, with an established industry network you can activate
• Entrepreneurial, hands-on, and energized by building from scratch
• Comfortable operating independently while collaborating with senior leadership