Manager, Meetings and Events

Company Description GPA Midstream Association, founded in 1921, is a non-profit trade organization serving the midstream segment of the energy industry. The Association represents more than 80 corporate members involved in natural gas gathering, compression, treating, processing, storage, and marketing, as well as natural gas liquids fractionation, transportation, storage, and marketing. GPA Midstream focuses on sustainability and responsible operations across the midstream value chain. Its mission is to serve and represent the industry through collaborative expertise, strong safety standards, and effective advocacy driven by its members and staff. Candidates can learn more about the organization and its work at www.GPAmidstream.org.

Role Description The Manager, Meetings and Events, based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, supports the meetings and events initiatives of GPA Midstream Association and GPSA Association, in direct support of and

with the guidance of the Director, Meetings and Events (DME). This position manages details

pertaining to meetings and events outlined by the DME. The role also helps facilitate planning,

organization, execution, and sponsorship opportunities of GPA Midstream’s Annual Convention,

Technical Conference, and School of Gas Chromatography, and for all site logistics and

sponsorship opportunities at GPA Midstream/GPSA’s board sessions and GPA Midstream

training courses (including Introduction to Midstream and Engineering Data Book Training).

Specifically, the role helps oversee site logistics and vendor management, including food and

beverage, for all events.

Qualifications

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Event Planning, Association Management, Marketing, or a related field preferred; in lieu of a degree, 2 to 4 years of progressively responsible relevant experience will be considered. Certified Meeting. Professional (CMP) or similar credential is a plus.Minimum of 2 years of experience in event planning, meeting coordination, or association based programming, preferably within a nonprofit, technical, or professional organization.Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), Acrobat Adobe, and publications management systems. Aptitude to gain proficiency with AMS tools (such as re:Members). Experience with event management platforms (e.g., Cvent, Eventbrite), AMS or CRM systems, and virtual meeting tools (e.g., Zoom, MS Teams) is strongly preferred.Highly organized with attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality.Collaborative, collegial work style, and an ability to coordinate, implement, and manage multiple high priority demands simultaneously.Self-starter with demonstrated analytical skills, along with strategic thinking with a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation.Professional demeanor, discretion, and interpersonal skills for working with high-level industry representatives.