Conference Planner, Strategic Account Meetings (SAM)

Gartner is a leading research and advisory company that guides leaders who shape the world. They are seeking a Conference Planner for Strategic Account Meetings who will manage the logistics and execution of these meetings, ensuring an exceptional experience for C-Level clients and prospects. Responsibilities Manage the logistics, scheduling and execution of Strategic Account Meetings Deliver an exceptional experience for our C-Level Clients and Prospects having a Strategic Account Meeting Set up and maintain SAM tracker, submission forms and resources for each conference Continuous capacity planning, ensuring analyst resource is utilized effectively Work with the operations team on future planning and space requirements Manage stakeholder communications ensuring all internal and external queries have been answered in a timely manner Partner with BTI and CES to confirm all SAM are well aligned Travel to in person conferences and manage overall logistics and check-in for SAM Point person for any onsite scheduling or logistics for SAM Build productive relationships with internal and external clients, helping to support and train Gartner associates on the scheduling process Effectively communicate, collaborate, and maintain relationships with various partners and stakeholders including Strategic Partnerships, CES, BTI, Logistics, CJB and Sales Ops Adhere to expense management practices Complete all post conference data analysis of SAM Support wider team with One-on-One Program delivery Skills Bachelor's degree, preferred Experience working in a corporate environment Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize workload Exceptional client focused, customer service skills Team player – reliable and accountable High sense of urgency Exceptional oral and written communication skills Strong organizational skills Ability to work issues through to resolution Attention to detail Proactive Decisive Communicative and collaborative Fully competent in Microsoft Office, specifically excel Competent Project Manager Approximately 10-15% travel to client meetings and events is required Benefits Generous PTO A 401k match up to $7,200 per year The opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount Company Overview Gartner provides fact-based consulting services, helping clients use and manage IT to enhance business performance. It was founded in 1979, and is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Gartner has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 10 in 2026, 51 in 2025, 43 in 2024, 60 in 2023, 66 in 2022, 96 in 2021, 71 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.