Tag: Conference

Company: Informa

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Thu, 28 Aug 2025 03:27:01 GMT

Job description: or make business connections. We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news… working on any given event. Write copy for the event websites and other marketing collateral. Work closely and communicate…

Summary

The organization hosts approximately 800 events annually and develops digital platforms focused on engaging news. Their responsibilities include writing copy for event websites and various marketing materials, as well as maintaining close communication and collaboration throughout the planning and execution of events.

Business Connections

1. Event Partners: Organizations looking to sponsor or partner for events could benefit from increased visibility and engagement.

2. Digital Marketing: Collaboration with marketing firms could enhance online outreach and branding for each event, maximizing attendance and engagement.

3. Content Creators: Opportunities for collaboration with freelance writers, designers, or content strategists to enhance marketing collateral and digital presence.

4. Technology Solutions: Connections with tech companies that provide event management software or platforms for seamless execution and attendee engagement.

5. Media Relations: Partnerships with media outlets for coverage, potentially leading to enhanced public relations and brand awareness.

6. Networking Events: Opportunities for networking with other businesses and professionals within the industry during or around the events being hosted.

Company: Informa

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Thu, 28 Aug 2025 05:46:46 GMT

Job description: or make business connections. We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news… working on any given event. Write copy for the event websites and other marketing collateral. Work closely and communicate…

Your organization hosts approximately 800 events annually and develops digital platforms focused on engaging news. You’re involved in producing copy for event websites and various marketing materials while maintaining strong communication and collaboration throughout the event process.

Business Connections:

1. Event Sponsorship: Partner with businesses that align with your event themes for sponsorship opportunities.
2. Content Collaboration: Work with media outlets or influencers to enhance your digital platforms and reach a broader audience.
3. Marketing Services: Offer marketing copywriting services to other organizations looking to promote their events or initiatives.
4. Networking Opportunities: Create a networking platform for event attendees to connect with potential partners and clients.
5. Cross-Promotion: Engage in cross-promotion with companies that provide services or products related to your events.

This collaborative approach can enhance engagement and expand your reach within the industry.

Company: Informa

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Tue, 19 Aug 2025 23:30:50 GMT

Job description: Company DescriptionWe’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 DescriptionThe Conference Producer designs, produces and delivers relevant and timely conference programs that cater to the networking and educational needs of the Canadian real estate industry.This role is open to candidates in Toronto, ONPRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Conduct research via various channels to identify innovative conference topics, write program content and source industry leaders as speakers.
• Review and develop strategies to improve existing portfolio events and deliver proposals for potential new launch events that could complement and grow the existing portfolio.
• Work with colleagues to select event timing and venue to maximize industry participation and best position events against potential competitor events.
• Build and maintain relationships with C-level and other senior executives across the industry as program and event advisors.
• Identify emerging issues faced by the real estate industry and stay informed about political and macroeconomic trends affecting the broader financial markets.
• Write event briefs and deliver these to the team members from other key departments working on any given event.
• Write copy for the event websites and other marketing collateral.
• Work closely and communicate with other team members to ensure that the event is on track to achieve its financial targets.
• Travel with the event team to run conferences on site, ensuring that the finished product is executed professionally and successfully.
• Organize and lead the post-conference debriefs where planning for the next iteration of the event begins.

KEY INTERFACES

• Establish external advisory boards to discuss content ideas, solicit advice on timing and location of the event and speaker suggestions.
• Consult with the event sponsors on desired speaking roles and topics of interest.
• Work with the sales team to identify appropriate sponsor targets, given the subject matter. Join sales calls when necessary to aid the sales process.
• Provide the audience development team with audience targets and educate them on the buy-sell dynamic for each individual event.
• Liaise with operations managers to ensure that the venues and hotels are meeting the needs of each specific conference and its delegates.
• Constant communication with the coordination/customer success team to ensure that the websites are up-to-date and speakers are aware of their obligations in the lead up to and during the conference.
• Work with the marketing team to design a marketing plan for each event, acquire data, establish media partnerships and write copy for marketing collateral.
• Regular meetings with Product Director to provide updates on progress to deadlines and discuss event strategy.

Qualifications

• 2 + years of conference production and programming experience in content-led industry events and conferences (not operations/delivery which are different roles).
• 2 + years of experience with speaker acquisition.
• Strong research and stakeholder management experience.
• Strong organization, communication, leadership and teamwork skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to identify emerging trends.
• Demonstrable awareness of budgeting and managing projects to tight deadlines .
• Project management skills and ability to handle multiple projects at the same time.
• Leadership qualities and self-motivated to drive event vision in line with company goal.
• Knowledge of real estate and wider financial markets is desired but not essential.

Additional InformationWe work hard to make sure life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.comOur benefits include:

• Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive, and we support a range of working patterns
• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks
• 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 it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Comprehensive time of package: 10 vacation days, 8 paid emergency days, 1 paid day to celebrate your birthday and up to 4 paid volunteering days
• Work from almost anywhere for up to 4 weeks per calendar year
• Competitive benefits, including Share Match program
• 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

We’re 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.
At Informa, you’ll 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.See how Informa handles your personal data when you apply for a job here.

Company Overview:

Informa is a global business operating in over 30 countries, part of the FTSE 100, with a mission to facilitate connections through information and networking. They host around 800 events annually, create digital content, and offer professional development programs.

Job Summary:

The Conference Producer role focuses on designing and delivering conference programs for the Canadian real estate industry. This position is based in Toronto, ON.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and develop innovative conference topics, speaker content, and strategies for existing and new events.
• Collaborate with team members to optimize event timing and venues.
• Build relationships with industry executives for program advisory and speaker acquisition.
• Monitor industry trends affecting real estate and finance.
• Write content for event briefs, websites, marketing materials, and manage overall event execution.
• Coordinate with various teams (sales, operations, marketing) and participate in post-conference evaluations.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years in conference production, particularly in speaker acquisition and content-driven events.
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to identify trends and manage budgets.
• Knowledge of real estate or financial markets is a plus.

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements and supportive culture.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Paid time off for emergencies, volunteering, and personal celebrations.
• Comprehensive wellness support and recognition programs.
• Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity hiring practices.

Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they don’t meet all qualifications, as Informa values energy and ambition alongside experience.

Company: Informa

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Thu, 14 Aug 2025 02:15:15 GMT

Job description: Company DescriptionWe’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 DescriptionThe Conference Producer designs, produces and delivers relevant and timely conference programs that cater to the networking and educational needs of the Canadian real estate industry.This role is open to candidates in Toronto, ONPRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Conduct research via various channels to identify innovative conference topics, write program content and source industry leaders as speakers.
• Review and develop strategies to improve existing portfolio events and deliver proposals for potential new launch events that could complement and grow the existing portfolio.
• Work with colleagues to select event timing and venue to maximize industry participation and best position events against potential competitor events.
• Build and maintain relationships with C-level and other senior executives across the industry as program and event advisors.
• Identify emerging issues faced by the real estate industry and stay informed about political and macroeconomic trends affecting the broader financial markets.
• Write event briefs and deliver these to the team members from other key departments working on any given event.
• Write copy for the event websites and other marketing collateral.
• Work closely and communicate with other team members to ensure that the event is on track to achieve its financial targets.
• Travel with the event team to run conferences on site, ensuring that the finished product is executed professionally and successfully.
• Organize and lead the post-conference debriefs where planning for the next iteration of the event begins.

KEY INTERFACES

• Establish external advisory boards to discuss content ideas, solicit advice on timing and location of the event and speaker suggestions.
• Consult with the event sponsors on desired speaking roles and topics of interest.
• Work with the sales team to identify appropriate sponsor targets, given the subject matter. Join sales calls when necessary to aid the sales process.
• Provide the audience development team with audience targets and educate them on the buy-sell dynamic for each individual event.
• Liaise with operations managers to ensure that the venues and hotels are meeting the needs of each specific conference and its delegates.
• Constant communication with the coordination/customer success team to ensure that the websites are up-to-date and speakers are aware of their obligations in the lead up to and during the conference.
• Work with the marketing team to design a marketing plan for each event, acquire data, establish media partnerships and write copy for marketing collateral.
• Regular meetings with Product Director to provide updates on progress to deadlines and discuss event strategy.

Qualifications

• 2 + years of conference production and programming experience in content-led industry events and conferences (not operations/delivery which are different roles).
• 2 + years of experience with speaker acquisition.
• Strong research and stakeholder management experience.
• Strong organization, communication, leadership and teamwork skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to identify emerging trends.
• Demonstrable awareness of budgeting and managing projects to tight deadlines .
• Project management skills and ability to handle multiple projects at the same time.
• Leadership qualities and self-motivated to drive event vision in line with company goal.
• Knowledge of real estate and wider financial markets is desired but not essential.

Additional InformationWe work hard to make sure life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.comOur benefits include:

• Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive, and we support a range of working patterns
• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks
• 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 it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Comprehensive time of package: 10 vacation days, 8 paid emergency days, 1 paid day to celebrate your birthday and up to 4 paid volunteering days
• Work from almost anywhere for up to 4 weeks per calendar year
• Competitive benefits, including Share Match program
• 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

We’re 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.
At Informa, you’ll 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.See how Informa handles your personal data when you apply for a job here.

Company Overview:
Informa is a global business with a strong presence in specialist markets across over 30 countries and is part of the FTSE 100. Their mission is to connect customers with information and people to enhance professional knowledge and business connections. The company hosts approximately 800 events annually, develops engaging digital content, and offers professional development programs.

Job Role: Conference Producer
The Conference Producer is responsible for designing and delivering conference programs that meet the networking and educational needs of the Canadian real estate sector. Based in Toronto, key responsibilities include:

• Researching innovative topics and sourcing industry leaders as speakers.
• Evaluating existing events and proposing new ones to enhance the portfolio.
• Coordinating event logistics with colleagues for optimal participation.
• Building relationships with senior industry executives for advisory support.
• Staying updated on industry trends and political/economic issues.
• Creating event briefs, copy for marketing materials, and collaborating with team members to meet financial targets.
• Traveling to execute events and leading post-conference debriefs for future improvements.

Key Interfaces:
The role involves establishing advisory boards, consulting sponsors on topics, collaborating with the sales team for target identification, and ensuring effective communication with operations and marketing teams.

Qualifications:
Candidates should possess:

• 2+ years of experience in conference production and speaker acquisition.
• Strong research, organization, communication, and project management skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify emerging trends.
• Knowledge of real estate and financial markets is desirable but not necessary.

Additional Information:
Informa promotes a supportive work environment with flexible working options, a strong community culture, opportunities for career advancement, and comprehensive benefits including vacation days, volunteering opportunities, and wellness support. The company values diverse perspectives and is committed to equal opportunity employment.

Application Note:
Informa encourages applicants to apply even if they do not meet all listed qualifications, highlighting a focus on energy and ambition.