Manager, Conference Development

Manager, Conference Development American Council of Life Insurers (ACLI) | Conference Development

ACLI is seeking a Manager, Conference Development to plan and execute high-profile meetings, conferences, and C-suite events. This role manages logistics, budgets, vendors, and on-site execution to deliver polished experiences for members, speakers, sponsors, and guests.

• Manage logistics for assigned ACLI meetings and events, including executive round tables, major conferences, retreats, and board meetings.
• Develop event budgets, timelines, hotel arrangements, room blocks, vendor contracts, BEOs, and audio-visual/production needs.
• Lead on-site operations, including food and beverage, meeting setups, transportation, décor, entertainment, and temporary staffing.
• Support conference sourcing, RFPs, site selection, contract negotiations, and pickup reporting. Coordinate with internal teams on marketing and social media support. Support logistics and programming for the ACLI Rising Leader Program. Manage post-conference invoices, reconciliations, budget tracking, and summary reporting.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent meeting-planning experience.
• 4–6 years of meeting management experience; CMP preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
  Asana, Canva, and iMIS experience preferred.
• Ability to travel for site visits and assigned meetings.

This hybrid role is based in ACLI’s Washington, DC headquarters with in-office work Tuesday through Thursday and remote work Monday and Friday.

Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000