Senior Vice President of Meetings and Events

Goodwin Recruiting; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

401(k) with company matching

Generous paid time off

Flexible hybrid work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an accomplished Senior Vice President of Meetings & Events to lead a high-performing team within an established events organization. This executive role drives strategic client partnerships, profitability, and innovative event delivery across a complex portfolio.

You will mentor senior leaders, oversee budgets and pricing, and champion AI-driven efficiencies, scalable operations, and executive client relationships to support long-term growth and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of leadership experience in meetings, events, or incentive travel.
• Experience leading large, multi-level teams and complex, high-value event portfolios.
• Strong financial acumen with budgeting, pricing, profitability and operational performance.
• Executive presence with strong client relationship management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of end-to-end event delivery, emerging technologies; CMP/CMM/CIS/CITP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop senior leadership teams overseeing complex meetings, events, and incentive programs.
• Drive operational excellence and client experiences across a diverse event portfolio.
• Oversee financial performance, program profitability, resource allocation, and vendor partnerships.
• Cultivate executive-level client relationships while supporting account growth and retention.
• Champion innovation, AI-driven efficiencies, leadership development, and scalable operations.

Skills

Leadership

Executive presence

Strategic leadership

Client relationship management

Budgeting and profitability

Communication

AI-driven efficiencies

Education

CMP, CMM, CIS or CITP certification

Job description

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Vice President of Meetings & Events to join an established, industry-leading meetings and events organization. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary executive who excels at leading high-performing teams, cultivating strategic client partnerships, and driving operational excellence and profitability across complex event portfolios. The ideal candidate combines extensive industry expertise, strong financial acumen, and a passion for innovation, exceptional service, and developing future leaders.

Senior Vice President of Meetings & Events Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop senior leadership teams overseeing complex meetings, events, and incentive programs.
• Drive operational excellence, consistency, and exceptional client experiences across a diverse event portfolio.
• Oversee financial performance, program profitability, resource allocation, and strategic vendor partnerships.
• Cultivate executive-level client relationships while supporting account growth, retention, and long-term success.
• Champion innovation, AI-driven efficiencies, leadership development, and scalable operational strategies.

Senior Vice President of Meetings & Events Requirements

• 15+ years of leadership experience in meetings, events, or incentive travel.
• Proven success leading large, multi-level teams and overseeing complex, high-value event portfolios.
• Strong financial acumen with expertise in budgeting, pricing, profitability, and operational performance.
• Executive presence with exceptional client relationship management, strategic leadership, and communication skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of end-to-end event delivery, emerging technologies, and operational best practices; CMP, CMM, CIS, or CITP certification preferred.

Senior Vice President of Meetings & Events Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Generous paid time off.
• Flexible hybrid work environment.
• Professional growth opportunities within an established, award-winning organization.