Informa Plc is hiring : Director of Conference Content in Shawnee

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 role presents an exceptional opportunity for a content leader with technology sector expertise to capitalize on the data center industry's explosive growth domestically and internationally. This is a hybrid role and is open to candidates in any Informa office location.

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

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 (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.

Life at Informa and Benefits We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. 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.

Our benefits include :

Great community : a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, Walk the World charity day, and active colleague groups and networks

Broader impact : up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available

Career opportunity : bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to courses on LinkedIn Learning; internal job moves are encouraged and supported

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 ability 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 with company shares at a minimum 15% discount

Wellbeing support through EAP, mental health resources, and wellness tools

Recognition programs and global awards

International collaboration opportunities with teams around the world

We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We welcome applicants who have most—but not all—of the listed qualifications and share our energy and ambition to contribute. If this sounds like a match, we encourage your application.

If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process or in the advertised position, please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role. Your request will be reviewed in confidence. Informa is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity. See our policies for full information.

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