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Director of Global Events and Programs at ACBSP | LAYIQ

Education
Bachelor's degree required but master's degree preferred
Professional Credentials — Required
Candidates must hold the following active, recognized meetings industry credential: CMP (Certified Meeting Professional — Events Industry Council)
Candidates who do not hold an active CMP certification at time of application are not eligible for this position. ACBSP will support ongoing certification maintenance and continuing education.
Professional Credentials — Preferred
DES (Digital Event Strategist — PCMA) — strongly preferred given the significant virtual and hybrid programming responsibilities of this role
CAE (Certified Association Executive)
Required Experience
Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in event management, conference management, or program development — with demonstrated progression into senior or leadership roles
Proven experience leading and developing high-performing events or programs teams
Demonstrated experience developing and executing large-scale conferences and multi-format event portfolios
Experience designing and managing online learning programs, webinars, or professional development programming
Strong strategic thinking skills — with the ability to develop and execute an events and programs strategy aligned with organizational mission and member needs
Exceptional project management skills — with the ability to manage multiple complex, concurrent initiatives across a global portfolio
Demonstrated budget management experience — including forecasting, expense management, and financial reporting
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills — including the ability to represent ACBSP with confidence and distinction at the highest professional levels
Proven ability to build collaborative, professional, and high-performing team cultures
Impeccable professional demeanor — with the presence, poise, and credibility to represent ACBSP effectively in a broad range of organizational, member, and business community environments
Preferred Experience
Experience in a nonprofit association or corporate events environment — association experience strongly preferred
Experience managing international event logistics for globally diverse audiences
Experience with learning management systems (LMS) and digital learning platform selection and implementation
Experience managing event sponsorships, exhibitor programs, and strategic partnerships
Demonstrated ability to engage and partner with members of the business community — building relationships that expand organizational reach and programming relevance
Familiarity with accreditation, higher education, or business education environments
KEY COMPETENCIES
Strategic vision — the ability to develop and execute a comprehensive events and programs strategy that advances ACBSP's mission and member value
Leadership and team development — a genuine commitment to building, developing, and inspiring high-performing teams through coaching, mentorship, and clear expectations
Events and programs expertise — deep, credentialed knowledge of meetings industry best practices, program design, and member experience
Professional presence — an impeccable professional demeanor and the ability to represent ACBSP with distinction across a broad range of environments
Global mindset — sensitivity to and appreciation for ACBSP's culturally and geographically diverse global membership
Member focus — an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for ACBSP's members worldwide
Business community engagement — the ability to build meaningful relationships with business community partners that strengthen ACBSP's external presence and programming
Collaboration — a natural partner who works effectively across organizational functions and with senior leadership
Innovation — a forward-thinking approach to events and programs that keeps ACBSP at the forefront of member engagement
Culture contribution — a personal commitment to professionalism, accountability, and collaborative organizational culture
Mission alignment — genuine passion for ACBSP's mission and the global business education community it serves

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