Program Manager

Program Manager | Chicago Is... A Global DMC Partner

At Chicago Is... A Global DMC Partner, we don’t just produce events. We design experiences with purpose.

With 50 years of expertise, we deliver high-impact corporate, association, and incentive programs that are as strategic, visually compelling and logistically intentful. Our work blends creativity, precision, and deep destination knowledge to create experiences that perform.

Our Philosophy
Creative Minds. Solutions Focused. Event Magic.™

Creative without strategy is just aesthetic.

Strategy without execution is theory.

We deliver experiences that inspire and are engineered to work.

The Role
As Program Manager, you will lead programs from concept through execution, translating client vision into elevated, seamless experiences.

You will:

Own program strategy, design, and execution

Lead client and vendor relationships with confidence

Manage budgets and timelines with precision

Direct logistics with a solutions-first mindset

Anticipate challenges and navigate them effortlessly

Every program we produce has a minimum of one team member to support and provide back up when you are out of the office.

Our Approach
Everything we do is intentional:

Event Impact Architecture

connecting business goals to experience

Strategic Creativity

where design is guided by purpose

Decision Leadership

bringing clarity and confidence to every choice

Risk and Readiness

identifying challenges before they arise

Executive Continuity

ensuring consistency from start to finish

Who You Are

Highly organized, detail-driven, and calm under pressure

A strategic thinker with a creative edge

A confident communicator and relationship builder

Experienced in corporate or destination event management

Passionate about delivering exceptional, high-touch experiences

Why This Role

Because you want to create work that is not only beautiful, but meaningful, strategic, and unforgettable.

Additional Details

Competitive Salary based on Experience

Full benefits package

In the office 4 days a week off peak season, and work remotely during operation to provide balance - our team is in the office 50% of the time on average

Personalized paid time off that supports both performance and well-being

Direct report to executive team member with training support

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