Tradeshow Manager
Washington, District Of Columbia, United States
Led overall delivery of trade shows for four annual healthcare tradeshows and provided expert exhibition support to a trade show with 2,000+ exhibitors. Oversight and project management of all aspects of trade show delivery for assigned clients. Developed strategies, solutions and innovations tailored and relevant to client needs to support the overall event strategy and achievement of event outcomes. Responsible for exhibit hall floor plan, including specialty, education and poster session areas and coordination with sales management. Developed, managed and executed project plan including end-to-end logistical management of trade shows. Proactively communicated project status, program deadlines, identifying and addressing issues to ensure tradeshow outcomes were met. Oversight of floor plan management and space selection process. Determined exhibit and sponsor opportunities and pricing, and contract rules and regulations with Sales. Oversight of third party suppliers, including General Services Contractor, signage, security, First Aid, and promotional products, including RFP and selection, and ensuring high quality supplier relationships and service delivery. Directed exhibitor communications and ongoing customer service. Coordinate Sponsorship Fulfillment programs in collaboration with Sales, to ensure accurate inventory and fulfillment of sponsor benefits. Facilitated continuous communication between service units, clients and exhibitors/sponsors, and suppliers to meet the needs of client organizations.
