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  1. Occupations
  2. Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners

Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners

Coordinate activities of staff, convention personnel, or clients to make arrangements for group meetings, events, or conventions.

SOC: 13-1121.00

Common Job Titles

  • Conference Planning Manager
  • Conference Services Manager
  • Convention Services Manager (CSM)
  • Events Manager

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

134,670

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $35,990. 25th percentile: U.S. $45,610. 50th percentile: U.S. $59,440. 75th percentile: U.S. $77,150. 90th percentile: U.S. $101,310. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$35,990
10% of workers earn the following or more$101,310
Workers on average earn$65,090

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Customer and Personal Service4.3/5
  • English Language4.2/5
  • Communications and Media3.7/5
  • Administrative3.5/5
  • Administration and Management3.4/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Adobe Creative Cloud software
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • ESRI ArcGIS software
  • Facebook
  • Google Docs
  • Hypertext markup language HTML
  • Marketo Marketing Automation
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft Word
  • Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management
  • Trimble SketchUp Pro

Technology Skills

  • Active Network EventRegister
  • Blackbaud The Raiser's Edge
  • Convention Industry Council CIC APEX Toolbox
  • Dean Evans & Associates EMS Professional
  • Delphi Discovery
  • Delphi Technology
  • Event Management Software
  • Events Operations Software
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Desktop computers
  • Laptop computers
  • Overhead display projectors
  • Personal computers
  • Public address PA systems
  • Two way radios
  • Video projectors
  • Videoconferencing equipment

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Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

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  • Public Relations Specialists 27-3031.00
  • Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants 43-6011.00
  • Fundraising Managers 11-2033.00
  • First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services 39-1014.00

Moderately Similar

  • Project Management Specialists 13-1082.00
  • Social and Community Service Managers 11-9151.00
  • First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers 41-1012.00
  • Recreation Workers 39-9032.00
  • Media Programming Directors 27-2012.03

Related

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  • Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel 41-3091.00
  • Information Technology Project Managers 15-1299.09
  • Business Continuity Planners 13-1199.04
  • Administrative Services Managers 11-3012.00
  • Logisticians 13-1081.00
  • Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive 43-6014.00
  • Public Relations Managers 11-2032.00
  • First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers 43-1011.00
  • Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes 13-1011.00

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • Associate's DegreeHospitality Management - Culinary Apprentice OptionIssuer: Jefferson State Community College
  • Short-Term CertificateHospitality Services ManagementIssuer: Lawson State Community College
  • CertificateHospitality Services ManagementIssuer: Lawson State Community College
  • Associate's DegreeHospitality Services ManagementIssuer: Lawson State Community College
  • Short-Term CertificateEvent Planning Assistant (STC-EVP)Issuer: Coastal Alabama Community College
  • CertificationCertificate In Meeting Management (CMM)Issuer: Meeting Professionals International
  • CertificationCertified Meeting Professional (CMP)Issuer: Events Industry Council
  • CertificationCertified Wedding Planner (CWP)Issuer: American Association of Certified Wedding Planners
  • CourseWedding Planner trainingIssuer: American Association of Certified Wedding Planners
  • CertificationCertified Professional in Catering and Events (CPCE)Issuer: National Association for Catering and Events