Special Events Coordinator-Industry Week

Position Description:
Coordinate all in-person event activities, conferences, plant tours, and trade shows.  This position will assume ownership of the entire logistics process for its events and play a critical role in new business development as the brand is positioned for future growth, while balancing the day-to-day tasks that include implementing its events within budget.  Responsibilities include identifying and evaluating locations; negotiating contracts; develping and managing speaker acquisitions;working in close collaboration with the sales staff, Group Publisher, and Marketing Director to ensure event sponsorship and exhibitor initiatives and promotional programs are developed, coordinated and monitored for success at the event; planning and managing event registsration; communicate clearly and effectively the marketing strategies and branding philosophies to the venues, speakers, sponsors, exhibitors and contractors; and all administrative, customer service and telemarketing tasks related to these events.

Position Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business or other related discipline.  3+ years event management experience.  Able to work flexible hours as needed to meet deadline

Travel Requirements:
Overnight travel as needed to plan and attend all events.

Location: Cleveland, OH
Category: Advertising/ Marketing/ Sales