Description
The Event Manager is a key link in implementing trade shows by providing materials, support and coordination to Sales Representatives, Executive Team, and other Departments within the organization. The event manager will plan and execute all logistical aspects of trade shows both onsite and virtually, from the planning stage
through post-event wrap up.The Event Manager must be detail-oriented, highly organized, deadline-focused and have the ability to communicate in a clear and professional manner.
Essential Duties:
Manage our participation in Higher Education market trade shows;
including all logistical aspects from booking trade shows, requesting
shipping of materials, maintaining communication with sales team regarding event logisticsManage event budget including recording of costs and managing of vendor payments
Provide exceptional oral and written communication to ensure seamless coordination across all stakeholders
Collaborate with Partner and Revenue marketing teams to maximize the impact and value of events
Maintain event calendars for internal and external audiences
Fulfill requests for marketing materials by internal and external parties
Order and maintain inventory for branded giveaways and literature
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years experience in trade show planning and execution
Be excellent at quality control, extremely detail oriented, deadline driven
Working knowledge of office suite including Powerpoint, Excel, and Word and/or Google Suite
Technical aptitude and/or working knowledge of event software for in person and virtual events
Strong organizational and time management skills; take initiative, and to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
Ability to lift 40 pounds
Occasional travel may be required, up to 20% annually
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