PURPOSE:

Build and lead a best-in-class conference program for a new, flagship initiative serving the digital infrastructure ecosystem, spanning data centers, AI-enabled compute, and enterprise/edge architectures. The role combines content leadership with senior industry engagement to develop a program that is technically credible, commercially impactful, and operationally excellent.

WHO WE ARE:

At CloserStill, we strive to deliver the best. We’re on a mission to be the most dynamic B2B events and communities business in every market we serve, bringing people together to learn, connect and grow.

Operating across five regions, we power over 200 market-leading events, publications and brands across Business Technologies, Healthcare, Learning, HR & Education, and Future Transport & Infrastructure.

But what truly sets us apart is our people.

Our teams are diverse, driven, and united by a shared commitment to excellence. Rooted in our core values of ownership, empathy, teamwork, integrity, and determination, we empower every employee to grow, shape their own path and make a meaningful impact.

Joining CloserStill means being part of something bigger - not just building events, but creating opportunities, connections, and lasting value for the communities we serve.

 WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

You will own the end-to-end program strategy and delivery for a new digital-infrastructure conference brand. You’ll curate themes, recruit senior speakers, and forge high-value industry relationships across operators, end users, and solution providers. You’ll work cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and operations to ensure the program drives audience quality, partner value, and growth. In this role, you will report to the Event Lead. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1) Program Strategy & Thought Leadership

• Define the annual program thesis and content pillars across topics such as next-gen compute and networking, facilities & power management, sustainability, automation, AI/ML workloads, IT/OT integration, and edge architectures.
• Design multi-track agendas and diverse formats (keynotes, panels, technical deep-dives, workshops, roundtables, exec dialogues) that serve both strategic and practitioner audiences.
• Establish an Industry Advisory Board representing operators, enterprises, service providers, and technology leaders to ensure market relevance and quality.

2) Speaker & Community Development

• Build and manage a senior speaker roster across end users (enterprise, colo/telco, elite operators), technology vendors (compute, networking, storage, power/cooling, software), integrators/ODMs, and investors.
• Lead structured outreach and relationship programs with key companies to secure A-list speakers and moderators; maintain a balanced pipeline of established leaders and emerging voices.
• Serve as an external ambassador for the program at industry meetups, partner events, and online communities.

3) Commercial Alignment & Audience Growth

• Partner with commercial leads to translate program themes into value-backed opportunities (e.g., thought-leadership packages, showcases, workshops, hosted buyer/meet-the-expert, project theaters).
• Collaborate with marketing on positioning, agenda storytelling, and data-driven audience acquisition for target roles (infrastructure, architecture, operations, facilities, procurement) across enterprises, colos, telcos, and cloud-adjacent players.
• Use post-event analytics and attendee feedback to iterate agendas and inform year-round content/community activities.

4) Program Operations & Delivery

• Own program timelines, budgets, and quality standards; produce run-of-show, speaker briefings, and on-site moderation plans.
• Coordinate with production/ops on room specs, AV, recording, and accessibility; ensure excellent on-site experience for speakers and attendees.
• Measure program performance (NPS, session fill, seniority mix, engagement) and report insights with clear actions.

5) Industry Relations

• Develop strategic relationships with standards bodies, open-hardware/software communities, regional associations, and user groups; explore co-created sessions and project workshops that complement our program.
• Maintain a landscape view of adjacent events and media to support smart scheduling, positioning, and collaboration.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Weighting: Sector expertise and industry relationships are prioritized over prior event/conference experience; event experience is an advantage, not a requirement.

Sector fluency: Deep understanding of the digital-infrastructure stack (data centers and power/cooling; compute/network/storage hardware; cloud/AI/edge architectures) and the business/operational drivers for operators and end users.

Program/content leadership (advantageous): Experience building conference agendas or content strategies in complex B2B technology domains; preferred, not required; experience convening senior stakeholders and moderating high-stakes discussions.

Network: Established relationships across operators, enterprises, solution providers, and integrators; credibility with engineering and business audiences.

Commercial acumen: Able to align content with partner value and audience needs; comfortable collaborating on sponsorable content constructs without compromising editorial standards.

Execution excellence: Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder skills; thrives under deadline pressure and handles multiple workstreams.

Nice to have: Experience with advisory boards, hosted-buyer or matchmaking programs; familiarity with community-driven, open-ecosystem initiatives.

WHAT WE OFFER

• This role offers a competitive salary of $130K+
• Competitive 401(k) match, comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage, and a generous vacation package.
• Opportunity to shape a flagship brand at the heart of a rapidly scaling market.
• A collaborative, high-performance culture with strong executive sponsorshiP.

CloserStill Media reserves the right to request a DBS or credit check should the role require it.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

CloserStill Media embrace diversity in all its forms and are committed to continuing to develop a diverse and inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment based on merit without attention to age, ethnicity, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status or disability status.