Sr. Account Manager, Meetings & Events

Overview

Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.

 

We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Program and Account Manager, Meetings & Events, based in our National Center office located in Dallas, TX (or another American Heart Association office location based on candidate’s geography).

 

This position plays a key role in our Meetings & Events team within the Office of Science Strategy & Operations, responsible for leading revenue-generating programs, managing high-value sponsor relationships, and overseeing virtual and live scientific education platforms such as AHAtv, Scientific Sessions OnDemand (SSOD), and Stroke OnDemand (SOD). This is a unique opportunity for a collaborative and strategic leader with a strong background in program management, sponsorship, and digital content execution.

 

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.

 

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Responsibilities

Sponsorship & Advertising Management

• Develop and execute strategies to grow sponsorships and advertising revenue aligned with scientific conferences and digital content.
• Develop compelling, customized sponsorship opportunities that meet partner needs and support American Heart Association’s scientific mission.
• Serve as lead point of contact for sponsors and advertising partners, ensuring excellent service and long-term engagement.
• Handle all aspects of industry-funded promotional services, including production timelines, artwork delivery, and sponsor acknowledgements.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Relations and Science teams to achieve shared revenue goals and ensure sponsor alignment with American Heart Association brand standards.

 

 

Program & Product Management

• Identify, develop, and launch new products and programs that contribute to organizational revenue growth and audience engagement.
• Lead the strategic planning, delivery, and optimization of virtual education products (AHAtv, SSOD, SOD), ensuring a high-quality experience for both users and sponsors.
• Lead cross-functional teams including vendors, marketing, digital content creators, and scientific leaders.
• Analyze performance metrics and audience insights to inform continuous improvement and innovation.

Strategic Leadership & Collaboration

• Handle project timelines, budgets, and internal communication for assigned strategic initiatives.
• Provide regular updates and performance reports to senior leadership.
• Stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies by attending relevant conferences and networking with partners.
• Lead post-event assessments and share recommendations for future success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in program management, digital content strategy, or sponsorship sales, ideally in a nonprofit, healthcare, or scientific setting.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing revenue-generating programs.
• Experience managing virtual and hybrid event platforms and content.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) and budgeting principles.

Skills

• Excellent organizational, planning, and communication skills.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and comfor