Director of Conference Content

Company Description

We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100.

Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make business connections.

We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programmes for individuals and businesses.

Job Description

This role is based in the 605 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10158, USA office 

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. 

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 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 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.