Trade Show Manager

About the role

Addison Group is partnering with a well-established organization with a strong national and international presence. This opportunity offers the chance to play a key role in delivering high-profile trade shows and events while working with a variety of internal teams and external partners.

Our client is seeking an experienced Trade Show Manager to take ownership of major trade show initiatives from planning through execution. This person will work closely with internal stakeholders, exhibitors, vendors, and international partners to coordinate successful events and ensure a strong experience for participants. This is an excellent opportunity for an event professional who enjoys managing complex programs, building relationships, and being involved in both the strategic planning and hands-on execution of large-scale events.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of multiple trade show programs and manage each event through its full lifecycle.
• Bring together internal teams and external partners to keep event initiatives moving forward and aligned with key objectives.
• Create and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and priorities across multiple events.
• Serve as a key resource for exhibitors and partners, ensuring their needs are addressed throughout the event process.
• Coordinate logistics, vendors, event materials, staffing, travel, and other operational requirements.
• Partner with marketing and other internal teams to support event communications and promotional initiatives.
• Help oversee event technology and digital resources used by exhibitors and attendees.
• Lead and prioritize the work of a trade show team member, providing guidance and oversight as needed.
• Build strong relationships with vendors, exhibitors, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Identify challenges early and take ownership of resolving issues to keep events on schedule.
• Attend and support major trade shows on-site, including domestic and international events.
• Assist with new event initiatives and special projects as the organization’s trade show portfolio continues to grow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 7+ years of experience in trade shows, events, exhibitions, association management, or a related field.
• Experience managing complex events or trade show programs.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable working across departments and with external partners.
• Previous experience leading or mentoring others preferred.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.
• Familiarity with event technology, CRM, or trade show management systems preferred.
• International event experience is highly valued.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Benefits

• Dental
• Health
• Vision
• 401(k)
• and more

Pay

$85,000–$90,000/yr DOE

Schedule

Flexible hybrid schedule