Conference / Trade Show Manager

Conference / Trade Show Manager

Prestigious expanding Entertainment / Service conglomerate headquartered in Westbury, Long Island, NY now seeks degreed entrepreneur with 10+ years hands on managing, planning, coordinating and execution of conferences, trade shows, and large-scale events. Strong project management skills and managing multiple events. Must have very strong event management, project management and strategic expertise. Plan, organize, and manage all aspects of the conference and trade shows, including speaker management, logistics, budgeting, vendor selection, and on-site execution. Develop event strategies and goals in alignment with company objectives. Create detailed project plans and timelines to ensure strategic objectives are met. Responsible for website content development; create, edit, and refine website speaker, exhibitor, and event content. Identify, negotiate, and manage relationships with vendors, including venues, caterers, AV providers, and other service providers. Communicate with internal teams, including marketing, sales, and product management. Develop and execute marketing and promotional plans to drive attendance and engagement for conferences and trade shows. Work with the marketing team to create event-related content, including email campaigns, social media posts, and promotional materials. Ensure a positive and engaging experience for all event participants, from registration through post-event follow-up. Oversee event registration processes, including the development and management of online registration systems. Manage on-site event operations, including setup and execution. Address any issues or challenges that arise during events, ensuring a smooth and successful execution. Conduct post-event evaluations to assess event success and identify areas for improvement. Must have strong organizational, writing, communication as well as negotiation and vendor management skills. Must have knowledge event management software and tools. MS suite.