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Conagra Brands, Inc.

Meeting & Event Planner

Chicago, IL · On-site

$82K - $120K/yr

Reporting to the Manager, Meeting & Event Planning within our Customer Leadership Organization (Sales), you will lead the planning and execution of customer meetings, trade shows, industry ...

CONAGRA

Meeting & Event Planner

Chicago, IL · On-site

$82K - $120K/yr

Reporting to the Manager, Meeting & Event Planning within our Customer Leadership Organization (Sales), you will lead the planning and execution of customer meetings, trade shows, industry ...

Conagra Brands

Meeting & Event Planner

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$82K - $120K/yr

Reporting to the Manager, Meeting & Event Planning within our Customer Leadership Organization (Sales), you will lead the planning and execution of customer meetings, trade shows, industry ...

JLL

Meeting & Event Coordinator

Houston, TX · On-site

Meeting & Event Coordinator - JLL What this job involves: The Meeting & Event Coordinator will serve as the primary point of contact for all internal meetings and events, delivering exceptional ...

Maritz

Meeting Event Manager II

Serving as the primary point of contact to select meetings and trusted partner for assigned clients, leading programs and events from initial planning through onsite execution. * Partnering and ...

Maritz Loyalty Marketing

Meeting Event Manager II

Serving as the primary point of contact to select meetings and trusted partner for assigned clients, leading programs and events from initial planning through onsite execution. * Partnering and ...

Maritz

Meeting Event Manager II

Fenton, MO · On-site

Serving as the primary point of contact to select meetings and trusted partner for assigned clients, leading programs and events from initial planning through onsite execution. * Partnering and ...

BEPC INC

Be Seen First

Meeting Planner

New York, NY · Remote

$50 - $58/hr

Travel onsite for assigned meetings and events as required Note : This is a W2 only role -- C2C, C2H will not be considered Summary of the Role: BEPC is actively seeking an experienced Meeting ...

The Institutes

Meetings & Events Manager

Malvern, PA · On-site

Monitor and process meeting and event expenditures through the online accounting system, partnering with event leadership to help ensure expenses remain within approved budget parameters. * Serve as ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for meeting event in the United States is $62,734.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a meeting and event planner?

Meeting and event planners are professionals who organize and coordinate all aspects of meetings, conferences, conventions, and special events. Their responsibilities include selecting venues, arranging transportation, managing budgets, and overseeing event logistics to ensure everything runs smoothly. They work closely with clients, vendors, and service providers to meet the specific goals and needs of each event. Meeting and event planners often handle both in-person and virtual events, adapting to various industries and client requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a meeting and event planner?

To thrive as a Meeting and Event Planner, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and typically a bachelor's degree in hospitality, marketing, or business. Familiarity with event management software, budgeting tools, and project management systems is commonly required. Exceptional communication, problem-solving abilities, and stress management help professionals excel in coordinating with vendors, clients, and teams. These skills ensure seamless event execution, client satisfaction, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

What are some common challenges faced by meeting event coordinators, and how can they be addressed?

Meeting Event Coordinators often encounter challenges such as last-minute changes, managing multiple vendors, and ensuring seamless communication between all stakeholders. To address these issues, it’s important to maintain detailed checklists, establish clear lines of communication, and have contingency plans in place. Building strong relationships with suppliers and team members also helps to quickly resolve unexpected problems and deliver successful events.

What is the difference between Meeting Event vs Meeting Coordinator?

AspectMeeting EventMeeting Coordinator
Primary RolePlanning and executing specific meetings or eventsOrganizing and managing the logistics of meetings
CredentialsEvent planning certifications, hospitality experienceEvent management certifications, organizational skills
Work EnvironmentEvent venues, conference centers, corporate settingsOffices, conference rooms, event sites
Industry UsageHospitality, corporate, non-profitCorporate, non-profit, event planning firms

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Meeting & Event Planner

Chicago, IL • On-site

Conagra Brands, Inc.
Food Services and Drinking Places • 10K+ employees

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Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

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$82K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Reporting to the Manager, Meeting & Event Planning within our Customer Leadership Organization (Sales), you will lead the planning and execution of customer meetings, trade shows, industry conferences, and our annual National Sales Meeting. You will manage the full event lifecycle including venue sourcing, contract negotiation, budget management, logistics, communication strategies, and onsite execution to deliver exceptional experiences that support business objectives.
A Taste of Your Responsibilities
  • Lead the planning and execution of customer meetings, trade shows, and industry conferences from concept through completion.
  • Support the strategy, planning, and delivery of our annual National Sales Meeting.
  • Coordinate event communications, branding, attendee management, registration, travel logistics, meeting content, and onsite operations.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Brand, Culinary, and other internal teams to create engaging customer experiences aligned with business objectives.
  • Develop event programs that elevate the Conagra Brands portfolio, showcase innovation, and support organizational goals.
  • Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, vendors, suppliers, venues, and exhibitors.
  • Manage event budgets, forecast expenses, identify cost efficiencies, and ensure financial objectives are met.
  • Evaluate vendor performance across cost, quality, service, risk, and delivery metrics.
  • Anticipate challenges, proactively solve issues, and influence stakeholders to deliver successful event outcomes.
  • Oversee event inventory and storage, including signage, displays, promotional materials, and event assets.
  • Measure event effectiveness, analyze results, and recommend improvements to enhance future programs.
  • Travel up to 10-15%; provide onsite support during occasional evenings and weekends as business needs require.

Ingredients Required for Your Success
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 5+ years of experience planning customer-facing events, trade shows, industry conferences, or large-scale sales meetings.
  • Proven success managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong customer service orientation with demonstrated success building and maintaining relationships across all levels of an organization.
  • Experience managing budgets, forecasting expenses, negotiating contracts, and overseeing vendor partnerships.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication, organization, and project management skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Number of Days in Office: 4
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Compensation
Pay Range:$82,000-$120,000
The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee's actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees' equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.
Our Benefits
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
  • Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
  • Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
  • Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
  • Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

Our Company
At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions - within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.
Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.
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About Conagra Brands

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Conagra Brands (NYSE: CAG) is an approximately $11 billion company that combines a rich heritage of making great food with a sharpened focus and entrepreneurial spirit. We're transforming the way we operate to fulfill what consumers and customers want, in a smart, simple way. We're modernizing our iconic food brands, leveraging fresh opportunities and adapting to a changing landscape - all with a culture that's ready to capture growth and drive shareholder value.

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Food services and drinking places

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10,000+ Employees

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Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

1919

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