Group Event Director at Informa in Boulder, CO

companyDescription Informa Markets, a division within Informa, creates global platforms for industries to trade, innovate and grow. We organise over 450 large-scale branded and transaction-led events in over a dozen specialist markets. These are typically not-to-be-missed live and on-demand B2B events where industries convene and people gather to do business. We also provide data and digital content, as well as year-round online platforms where companies showcase their businesses and products and buyers conduct research, generating valuable leads. jobDescription This role is based in our Boulder, Colorado office What we’re looking for: The Group Event Director is a senior operational leader responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple events within the Health & Nutrition portfolio. This role ensures alignment with the portfolio’s strategic objectives, drives operational excellence, and fosters collaboration across teams. Reporting to the Senior Vice President of the Health & Nutrition family, the Group Event Director plays a critical role in delivering financial, operational, and customer success across the portfolio. The role requires a visionary leader with a proven ability to manage complex projects, drive innovation, and achieve excellence across all events. Role Accountability and Duties: Portfolio Management Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple events within the Health & Nutrition portfolio, ensuring high-quality delivery and customer satisfaction across all events. Develop and implement operational strategies that align with the portfolio’s three-year plan, driving growth, innovation, and market leadership. Ensure all events meet financial, operational, and customer-oriented goals, including profitability, customer retention, and brand eminence. Provide accurate and timely reporting of portfolio-wide revenue, costs, KPIs, and forecasts to the SVP, ensuring transparency and accountability. Leadership and Team Management Lead and mentor event teams across the portfolio, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Act as the senior point of escalation for operational challenges, providing guidance and solutions to ensure successful outcomes. Lead cross-functional collaboration across Sales, Marketing, Content, Event Operations, Customer Service, Housing, and Finance to ensure seamless execution of events. Develop and implement professional development plans for team members, ensuring continuous growth and alignment with organizational goals. Execution of Strategy Contribute to the development and execution of the portfolio’s three-year strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and market trends. Drive innovation in event design and delivery, leveraging customer insights, competitive analysis, and industry best practices to enhance engagement and value. Partner with Marketing to ensure all customer engagement initiatives align with brand positioning and messaging strategy. Financial Oversight Oversee budgets for multiple events, ensuring cost efficiency and profitability while maintaining high-quality delivery standards. Monitor financial performance across the portfolio, identifying opportunities for growth and cost optimization. Provide regular financial updates to the SVP, including forecasts, actuals, and variance analysis. Market Leadership and Community Building Represent the portfolio at a tactical level, building relationships with sponsors, exhibitors, and stakeholders to drive portfolio growth and success. Support opportunities of strategic partnerships and sponsorship, ensuring alignment with portfolio objectives. Monitor market trends and sentiments, providing insights to inform portfolio strategy, sales, marketing, and event design. Innovation and Sustainability Ensure all events maintain sustainability standards in line with Informa’s Fundamentals benchmark, driving continuous improvement in environmental and social impact. Introduce innovative ideas and formats to improve attendee experience, sponsor value, and overall portfolio impact. qualifications 10–12 years of experience in event management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing multiple events or portfolios. Preferred Experience: Experience in the Health & Nutrition, wellness, or lifestyle industries, with a deep understanding of market trends and customer needs. Core Competencies Proven experience in managing large-scale event portfolios, with a track record of delivering high-quality results and achieving financial targets. Strong financial acumen, with experience managing budgets, controlling costs, and driving profitability across multiple events. Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. Leadership Qualities Visionary leader with the ability to inspire and motivate teams, driving collaboration and excellence across the portfolio. Customer-focused mindset, with a passion for delivering exceptional experiences and building long-term relationships. Innovative thinker with the ability to adapt to changing market needs and trends, driving continuous improvement in event design and delivery. Essential Skills Superior presentation and interpersonal communication abilities, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Proven track record as a self-starter with high enthusiasm, energy, and success orientation. Demonstrated capability to listen, build consensus, and implement portfolio-wide strategies effectively. additionalInformation 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. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com Our benefits include: Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active colleague groups and networks promoting a positive, supportive, and collaborative work environment Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years, plus 10 national holidays, a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year Competitive benefits, including a 401k match, health, vision and dental insurance, parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, free access to a wellness app and more Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programs As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world The salary range for this role is $140,000- $160,000 based on experience. This posting will automatically expire on 24th May, 2026 We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application. If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and, or in the advertised position, please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. 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