Program Manager: Conference & Education Events

Associated Equipment Distributors; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) in Schaumburg, IL seeks a Program Manager to plan and execute conference programming and events for AED members, including content development, speaker coordination, and logistics. You will lead peer group education events and coordinate with internal teams, sponsors, and external planners to deliver engaging sessions and a seamless attendee experience.

Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in conference planning, program development, or event management.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Travel up to 25% for events and conferences.

Responsibilities

• Develop conference content and identify speakers, panelists, and moderators for AED conferences and the AED Summit.
• Coordinate speakers and moderators for association conferences and other events.
• Collaborate with internal teams, sponsors, and partners to enhance programming and member experience at events.
• Oversee event logistics, including venue coordination, AV requirements, and session planning for conferences and Summit education breakout sessions.
• Coordinate with outside meeting planners to develop and manage event timelines and deliverables.
• Work with marketing and communications teams to promote events and maximize attendance.
• Collect attendee feedback to improve future events.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Plan and execute meetings and events for association peer groups and education programs (Leadership Development Institute, Dealer Performance Group, HR Peer Group, Finance Peer Group).
• Develop agendas and discussion topics; coordinate logistics for virtual and in-person meetings.
• Facilitate connections and engagement among group members.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Relationship-building

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Event registration software

Job description

Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) in Schaumburg, IL seeks a Program Manager to plan and execute conference programming and events for AED members, including content development, speaker coordination, and logistics. You will lead peer group education events and coordinate with internal teams, sponsors, and external planners to deliver engaging sessions and a seamless attendee experience.

Travel up to 25% may be required.