Assistant Director, Events and Engagement, Wharton AI & Analytics Initiative

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Posted Job Title

Assistant Director, Events and Engagement, Wharton AI & Analytics Initiative

Job Profile Title

Associate Director B

Job Description Summary

The Wharton AI & Analytics Initiative (WAIAI) is advancing cutting-edge applications of AI and data science in modern business, with the keen understanding that artificial intelligence is transforming how we live, learn, and work. WAIAI spearheads innovative student learning experiences, faculty research opportunities, and thought partnerships with industry experts and practitioners. Our work also extends to K-12 education, preparing the next generation to leverage AI and data science to its full potential, as well as executive education to train the existing workforce in modern AI and statistical methods.

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Events & Engagement will provide day-to-day operational support to WAIAI and its affiliated centers and will lead the execution of conferences, convenings, events and student programs. 

Responsibilities include: 
• Work with faculty and staff leadership of WAIAI's affiliated centers to create and execute an annual plan for industry and academic conferences, student experiential learning programs, industry and research convenings, and student competitions. 
• Manage all event logistics for a portfolio of in-person, virtual, and hybrid events for WAIAI and our affiliated centers. This includes developing event budgets, leading registration processes using technology platforms, leading all event logistics, and assisting with speaker and sponsor management.  
• Facilitate communication with students, alumni, and organizations to move projects and events forward. Assist in the management of relationships with student organizations across Wharton and Penn to ensure programming is meeting student needs and interests. 
•  Streamline event marketing and registration processes using technology platforms. Serves as the event management platform resident expert, buil