Sweatshop for Millenials - Marketing Director IQPC Employee Review

1.0
Sep 10, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

The reviews that the company HR department has posted on glassdoor seem nice. Yet they are not real. Coincidence that there are 4 1-line reviews at the top of this thread? I think not.

Cons

You'll realize how bad this place is QUICKLY. Management borders on utter incompetence. Never before have I met a team of senior management executives who have 1. never been managers at companies except IQPC 2. displayed their utter lack of understanding for digital marketing best practices more thoroughly. If you want to get asked what an impression is by your boss and then followed up with "why can't we get more?" this is the place for you! I had a director ask me once, "Can we get an app?" to which I responded "Sure, what do you want it to do?" to which I was met with "I don't care I just want one." You'll be overworked at IQPC. You'll be undercompensated. You'll be a part of a hostile work environment. Your managers will have favorites, if that's not you, you are in trouble. The CRM at this company, that you will use every day, is at least 10-years antiquated, riddled with duplicates, and slow. If you want to spend the rest of your life reeling in mediocrity in the conference industry, this could work for you. Smart people simply DO NOT work at IQPC. I truly regret the three years of my life I wasted in this dreary, blue-walled, hades.

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IQPC Response
10y
I'm sorry that in the three years you chose to remain with the company your experience was less than positive, and you feel that your time was wasted. I'm also sorry that you feel our staff lacks intelligence and competence, and I sincerely hope that you were able to find a role that better meets your needs because of the three years of experience you gained with the company. I can assure you that the positive reviews posted on this site have not been written by me, and I'm sorry that your time here was not as positive as other employees has been. I'm glad you have taken the time to express your feelings anonymously, and I wish you luck in the future. Thank you.

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5.0
Feb 3, 2025
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Title: Great company to work for with an agile and talented team Pros: Working as a Portfolio Manager at IQPC was a great experience. The company is incredibly agile and has a strong ability to adapt to market changes, which is vital in the highly competitive events and conferences industry. This adaptability allows IQPC to stay ahead of trends and continue delivering relevant and high-quality events. The people here are some of the smartest and most capable I’ve had the pleasure of working with — it’s clear that IQPC attracts top talent and fosters a collaborative, supportive environment. One of the standout aspects of the company is how much they invest in their rising talent. There are continuous opportunities for development, and the performance-based pay structure is a great motivator. It not only rewards individual contributions but also drives the company’s success as a whole. This culture of incentivizing high performance was one of the key factors in my own personal and professional growth while there. Overall: IQPC is a solid company with a lot of potential for growth. The leadership is forward-thinking, the people are sharp, and the culture rewards results. While the sales team dynamic might not be perfect, it’s a small downside in an otherwise great work environment. Would recommend to anyone who thrives in a fast-paced, results-oriented setting!

Cons

Cons: Like many fast-paced companies, there is a bit of ego on the sales team. While this is somewhat expected in a high-energy, results-driven environment, it can occasionally cause friction between departments. However, this is something that can be managed with effective communication and collaboration. For junior staff it can be a challenging environment to meet deadlines.

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IQPC Response
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Thank you for sharing your experience as a Portfolio Manager at IQPC! We’re thrilled to hear that you found our company’s adaptability, talent, and performance-driven culture to be key highlights of your time here. Investing in our people and fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented environment is something we take great pride in, so it’s rewarding to know that these efforts contributed to your professional development. We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding the dynamics within the sales team. We recognize that a fast-paced environment can sometimes present challenges, and we’re continuously working to enhance cross-departmental collaboration and communication. Your recommendation means a lot, and we’re grateful for your contributions to IQPC. Wishing you continued success in your career!
1.0
Jun 16, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

people were nice enough to work with

Cons

I worked for SSON, our managing director liked to preach that they advocated for their employees, but I was let go, through no fault of my own per their words, after bad training and no real support for the new role I was taking on. Also, there is zero work/life balance despite being able to work from home 2 days a week, my team was exhausted and upper management did not care.

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