Informa is hiring : Director of Conference Content in Monticello

Overview The Director of Content will drive content strategy and operations across Data Center World events and AFCOM, our premier professional association serving individuals and organizations in the data center industry since 1980. This hybrid role is open to candidates in any Informa office location and is based at the Shawnee, KS office location when on-site.

Responsibilities Conference Program Development and Management

Create comprehensive agendas for Data Center World and Data Center World POWER conferences

Develop compelling themes, tracks, and core topics addressing industry challenges including power sourcing, sustainability, and AI-driven infrastructure

Recruit and manage high-caliber speakers

Manage conference advisory boards — composed of key stakeholders and industry leaders — to provide insights, guidance, and support for organizational initiatives

Support all program elements during events

Global Expansion

Partner with the Event Director and leadership team to strategically expand Data Center World's international footprint

Identify emerging markets and opportunities for growth

AFCOM Leadership (in collaboration with the Association Manager)

Drive membership growth and chapter expansion

Implement organizational efficiencies

Produce engaging content that advances the careers of data center and IT infrastructure professionals

Support AFCOM's mission of serving professionals who design, build, operate, and manage data centers

Manage team including contractors

Industry and End-User Relationships

Collaborate with Event Director to cultivate partnerships with industry groups and end-user audiences to deepen engagement, foster collaboration, and ensure alignment with their needs and priorities

Represent the brand at industry events and functions

Build relationships with key technology providers and solution partners

Research and Thought Leadership

Coordinate and oversee development of the annual State of the Data Center research

Identify emerging trends and disruptive technologies affecting the industry

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Support the sales team with strategic account acquisition

Advise marketing on positioning events to the full professional ecosystem

Develop compelling content strategies aimed at audience development and lead generation, leveraging data-driven approaches to maximize reach and impact

Collaborate with a strategic PR agency to design and execute earned media strategies that amplify brand visibility, enhance reputation, and drive audience engagement

Work with digital teams to optimize content delivery across multiple channels

Qualifications Deep knowledge of the data center industry (Ideal) or technology sector with understanding of key trends, players, growth sectors, and emerging segments

Strong stakeholder management experience

Proven experience developing conference / event content - both strategically and operationally

Strong project management skills with ability to meet deadlines and optimize processes

Demonstrated experience creating diverse content formats (articles, blogs, video interviews, research reports)

Commercially-minded leader with direct experience supporting revenue-driving activities

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Confident with public speaking and able to serve as a key face of the brand (Ideal)

Effective leadership skills to build an inclusive team culture and drive excitement

Established industry connections to facilitate speaker recruitment and partnership development (Ideal)

Additional Information The pay range for this position is $120,000.00 - 140,000.00, depending on experience.

This role will expire on Oct 31st 2025.

We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. This role is hybrid with in-person collaboration at times; when not in a office or at an Informa event, there is flexibility to work from home or remotely.

Benefits and culture information includes :

Great community with in-person and online social events

Volunteering time and charity match funding

Career development opportunities with training and internal mobility

Time off : PTO, holidays, birthday leave, and flexible work location

Competitive benefits including 401k match, health, vision, and dental insurance

Wellbeing support and recognition programs

International collaboration opportunities

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. See Informa's policies for full information.

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