Cornelia Ilg - Project Manager Events & Conferences

Q: Where is Cornelia based?

Cornelia is based in Stuttgart, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Cornelia speak?

Cornelia speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Cornelia have?

Cornelia has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Cornelia has worked in at least 2 different roles and for 3 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 6 years . Note that Cornelia may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Cornelia's latest experience?

Cornelia's most recent position is Project Manager | Conferences at CI Projektmanagement MICE .

Q: What companies has Cornelia worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Cornelia has worked for CI Projektmanagement MICE , Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg Ravensburg / iba – Internationale Berufsakademie Heidelberg , and tcworld GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Cornelia most experienced in?

Cornelia is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Education , and Tourism .

Q: Which business areas is Cornelia most experienced in?

Cornelia is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Operations , and Marketing .

Q: Which industries has Cornelia worked in recently?

Cornelia has recently worked in industries like Professional Services , Education , and Tourism .

Q: Which business areas has Cornelia worked in recently?

Cornelia has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Operations , and Marketing .

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Stuttgart, Germany

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Experience

Jan 2022 - Present

4 years 5 months

Stuttgart, Germany

Project Manager | Conferences

CI Projektmanagement MICE

Leading conferences as event manager
Curating content & speakers for conference programs
Managing conference teams
Communicating with all stakeholders during planning and onsite
Emergency and crisis management
Advising clients on event design
Project planning, management, and completion
References: FKFS Symposium, DTT Symposium, ETUG User Conference, RETAIL NXT

Oct 2020 - Present

5 years 8 months

Heidelberg, Germany

Lecturer | Program: Business Administration – Trade Fair, Congress, and Event Management

Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg Ravensburg / iba – Internationale Berufsakademie Heidelberg

Conducting courses and seminars (focus areas include project management, conference management, risk management, marketing)
Supervising and evaluating bachelor's and project theses
Assessing exam performance (written exams, oral exams)

Apr 2008 - Dec 2021

13 years 9 months

Stuttgart, Germany

Project Manager | Conferences

tcworld GmbH

Planning, organizing, and executing international conferences for up to 5,000 participants in Germany and abroad (sometimes with accompanying digital or hybrid exhibitions)
Leading conferences as event manager
Managing conference, project, and expert teams
Communicating with all stakeholders during planning and onsite
Emergency and crisis management
Project planning, management, and completion
Selecting and deploying event software and tools

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Professional Services, Education, and Tourism.

Professional Services

Education

Tourism

Business Area Experience

See which departments and functions this freelancer has contributed to most.

Experienced in Project Management, Operations, and Marketing.

Project Management

Operations

Marketing

Summary

I help conference organizers as a freelance Conference Producer to strategically curate content, attract the right speakers, and design programs that really connect with the audience. From the first topic idea to the stage, I translate goals into relevant content, strong narratives, and interactive formats.

As a certified Event Designer, I create formats that not only inform but also foster exchange, interaction, and sustainable learning.

What I do for your event:

Content & Speaker Strategy

Trend scouting & topic development
Speaker recruitment (C-level, tech, industry experts)
Briefing & coaching for strong stage presentations
Call for papers & program committee management

Concept & Dramaturgy

Developing content architecture
Agenda design & format development
Experience journey & interaction design

Strategic Alignment

Alignment with marketing & business goals
Audience-focused topic prioritization
Ensuring relevance & market resonance

Implementation & Leadership

Project management (timelines, budget, stakeholders)
On-site leadership & quality control

Academic Passion As a lecturer in event management at dual universities, I teach the basics and future trends of the congress and event industry. Additionally, I expanded my profile in teaching German as a foreign language (DaF) to support international professionals and executives in accessing the German job market.

My Drive I am motivated by making topics visible, connecting people, and creating events that deliver real added value. I stand for clarity, expertise, and professional execution.

Let's talk about your next event!

Skills

Microsoft Office 365
Typo3 / Wordpress
Moodle
Miro / Mural
Various Event Management Software
Clickup / Monday (Project Management)
Ai Applications (Chatgpt / Perplexity / Notion, Etc.)
Dll Standard Training (Goethe Institute)
Event Leadership (Tüv Certified)
Ced (Certified Event Designer)

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Advanced

Education

Aug 1992 - Aug 1994

Hotel Management School Hannover

State-certified Hotel Business Manager · Hotel Business Management · Hanover, Germany

Sep 1984 - Aug 1987

Hotel Bayerischer Hof

Hotel Specialist · Hotel Specialist · Munich, Germany

Certifications & licenses

CED (Certified Event Designer)

Event Leadership (TÜV certified)

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 3

Experience in Professional Services 13.5 y

Avg length 7 y 10 m

Longest experience 13 y 8 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Project Manager | Conferences, Lecturer | Program: Business Administration – Trade Fair, Congress, and Event Management

Main industries Professional Services, Education, Tourism

Main business areas Project Management, Operations, Marketing

Qualifications

Certifications earned 2

Profile

Created

May 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Cornelia based?

Cornelia is based in Stuttgart, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Cornelia speak?

Cornelia speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Cornelia have?

Cornelia has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Cornelia has worked in at least 2 different roles and for 3 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 6 years. Note that Cornelia may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Cornelia be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Cornelia would be well-suited for roles such as: Project Manager | Conferences, Lecturer | Program: Business Administration – Trade Fair, Congress, and Event Management.

What is Cornelia's latest experience?

Cornelia's most recent position is Project Manager | Conferences at CI Projektmanagement MICE.

What companies has Cornelia worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Cornelia has worked for CI Projektmanagement MICE, Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg Ravensburg / iba – Internationale Berufsakademie Heidelberg, and tcworld GmbH.

Which industries is Cornelia most experienced in?

Cornelia is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Education, and Tourism.

Which business areas is Cornelia most experienced in?

Cornelia is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Operations, and Marketing.

Which industries has Cornelia worked in recently?

Cornelia has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Education, and Tourism.

Which business areas has Cornelia worked in recently?

Cornelia has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Operations, and Marketing.

What is Cornelia's education?

Cornelia attended Hotel Management School Hannover for Hotel Business Management.

Does Cornelia have any certificates?

Cornelia has 2 certificates. These include: CED (Certified Event Designer) and Event Leadership (TÜV certified).

What is the availability of Cornelia?

Cornelia will be available part-time from June 2026.

What is the rate of Cornelia?

Cornelia's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.