Director Conference Content

This role is based in our 605 Third Avenue NY NY office.

As the Director of Conference Content you will drive content strategy and operations across Data Center World events and content production for 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 industrys explosive growth domestically and internationally. This is a hybrid role and is open to candidates in any Informa office location. 

Key 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 a team of two conference producers as well as contracted conference producers working in the international event expansion markets we serve
  • 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 Worlds international footprint supporting event launches and tailored conference agendas that meet the needs and interests of the local markets
  • Identify emerging markets and opportunities for growth
• AFCOM Leadership: In collaboration with the the Association Manager
  • Produce engaging content that advances the careers of data center and IT infrastructure professionals
  • Support AFCOMs mission of serving professionals who design build operate and manage data centers
• 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
• Team management experience including vetting and managing contractors
• 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 :

We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. Thats why we work in-person with each other or with customers and partners three days a week or more. When youre 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. Heres some of what you can expect when you join us. But dont just take our word for it see what our colleagues have to say at

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 its 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 $140000 - $160000 based on experience. 

This posting will automatically expire on November 14 2025.

Were 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 youll 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. Ask us or see our website for full information.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time