Purpose of Position/Essential Function Primary focus includes the management of all scheduled programs, from soliciting, reviewing and negotiating of all hotel, convention center and vendor contracts to the facilitation of meeting logistics.  Provide direct leadership and guidance to the Meeting Services Department, and collaborates with the Education and Exhibits Departments, to plan and produce high-quality and cost-effective educational activities in accordance with ACCME, AMA, AdvaMed, and international guidelines where appropriate.  Organizes, analyzes, and recommends locations for education and business meetings.  Assist in creating strategic marketing plans, responsible for the overall logistical management of meetings, both education