Tradeshow Manager

About the role

The Tradeshow Manager is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and measurement of Spectra Logic's global event strategy. This role involves managing Spectra Logic's presence at national and global trade shows, conferences, and partner events, collaborating with marketing, product, and sales teams, and overseeing vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute Spectra Logic’s presence at national and global trade shows, conferences, and partner events.
• Manage channel and partner events in EMEA and other global regions.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and sales teams to create compelling booth messaging, graphics, and pre/post-event campaigns.
• Oversee the Trade Show and Events budget, including forecasting, vendor management, and cost control.
• Lead vendor relationships — including agencies, booth builders, logistics, and promotional suppliers — ensuring timely and high-quality execution.
• Partner with Marketing Operations and Sales to manage lead capture, upload, and follow-up processes.
• Track and report on event performance metrics, including ROI, lead quality, and pipeline influence, providing recommendations for improvement.
• Order and manage promotional items for events and sales initiatives.
• Conduct planning, pre-event, and post-event meetings to ensure continuous process improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 4-6 years of experience in event planning and management, ideally within a B2B technology environment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute event strategies that support business goals.
• Strong project management and multitasking skills, with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Experience managing budgets, vendors, and global logistics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative, professional demeanor.
• Evidence of a strong work ethic, the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• A team player who works effectively with executives, managers, and employees across departments.
• Travel required approximately 10%.

Qualifications

• Must reside within commuting distance of our Boulder, CO office.
• Relocation assistance is not available.
• Only local candidates will be considered.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and creativity.
• Data analysis and reporting.
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• Event planning and management.
• Vendor management and negotiation.
• Marketing and sales collaboration.
• Financial management and budgeting.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K with matching.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Education reimbursement.
• Hybrid work options.

Pay

Base salary range: $65,000-90,000. While this salary range is a good faith and reasonable estimate, a candidate’s actual salary will be competitive based on factors including the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

Schedule

Full-time, Exempt.