Hands-on trade show/event management experience, with proven ownership from planning through onsite execution and post-show wrap-up
Strong trade show operations expertise, including ERC/sponsor portals, show service ordering, booth layouts, shipping/logistics, I&D, and onsite booth management.
Excellent project and vendor management skills, with the ability to manage multiple events, stakeholders, deadlines, and budgets simultaneously.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and solution-focused, with the ability to work independently and pivot quickly in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with event technology and reporting, including lead retrieval platforms, Salesforce, and post-event KPI/ROI measurement.
The Opportunity
Our Experiential Marketing Team is dedicated to crafting unforgettable, immersive brand experiences that connect with consumers on a deeper level. By blending creativity, innovation, and strategic insight, we design hands-on, interactive events that leave lasting impressions. We believe in the power of experiences to tell a brand’s story, spark conversations, and ultimately, build stronger connections with
the audience.
The Trade Show Event Specialist is a pivotal role responsible for the end-to-end planning, organization, and execution of domestic trade shows. You will act as the strategic lead for on-site logistics, vendor management, and post-event analysis, ensuring every activation aligns with broader marketing objectives and brand standards.
Your Role:
Lead, direct, and motivate cross-functional team members and vendors to execute trade shows
Manage all aspects of show service ordering, booth layout development, and material logistics (shipping/packing) for multiple concurrent events
Lead on-site booth installation, dismantling (I&D), and day-to-day booth operations, serving as the primary point of contact for stakeholders and
vendors
Liaise with Sales, Product Marketing, and Executive teams to ensure booth messaging and ancillary events (staffing, dinners, hospitality) align with overall
event goals
Plan and execute innovative promotional strategies and booth activations (demos, theater sessions, giveaways) to maximize high-quality lead generation
Conduct comprehensive post-event ROI analysis. Track KPIs (Cost per Lead, MQL conversion, engagement metrics) to provide actionable insights for
future investment
Develop and implement streamlined operational processes and risk mitigation strategies to improve efficiency and ensure safety compliance
What You Will Bring
This role requires a dynamic individual who can lead innovative marketing initiatives that create memorable brand experiences while achieving strategic business goals.
5 years of experience in trade show management, experiential marketing, or large-scale event production
Proven ability to manage complex marketing budgets and multiple simultaneous projects with meticulous attention to detail
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to present post-show performance data to senior leadership
A "solution-oriented" mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
Willingness and ability to travel (up to 30%) for on-site event coordination and management
Power user of Salesforce, G-Suite, Wrike, and Slack. Experience with lead retrieval and event management software is required
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Numbers & Facts
Location
Massachusetts, MA
Skills
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Budget Managementunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Cost-Per-Leadunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Event Managementunmatched
Lead Generationunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Logisticsunmatched
Logistics Managementunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Marketingunmatched
Marketing Objectivesunmatched
Metricsunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Operations Processesunmatched
Order Picking/Packingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Performance Metricsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Process Developmentunmatched
Product Demonstrationunmatched
Product Marketingunmatched
Promotional Strategyunmatched
Return on Investment (ROI)unmatched
Risk Managementunmatched
Safety Complianceunmatched
Salesunmatched
Salesforce.comunmatched
Slackunmatched
Theaterunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Trade Show Managementunmatched
Trade Showsunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Managementunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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