Gardner Business Media - Cincinnati, OH
posted 4 months ago
The Event Manager will directly support the development and execution of Gardner Business Media's live events. This role requires the candidate to manage multiple events across various brands, necessitating strong multi-tasking abilities and excellent inter-departmental communication skills. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in tradeshow and conference management, showcasing a proven track record in the industry. In this position, the Event Manager will lead the end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of Gardner Business Media's events, which include heavy-machinery tradeshows and conferences. The role involves working closely with leadership to understand event objectives and target audiences, ensuring that all events align with company goals. The Event Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of event operations and logistics, which encompasses catering, audio-visual needs, sponsorships, marketing, budgeting, registration, security, and staffing. Additionally, the Event Manager will lead exhibitor services and sponsorship fulfillment, collaborating with Brand VPs to develop and execute sponsorship strategies. The role also requires sourcing, negotiating, and managing vendor relationships, as well as developing and maintaining event budgets, forecasts, and reconciliations. The Event Manager will create event timelines based on objectives and budgets, collaborate with marketing and design managers to implement marketing strategies, and develop and present post-event recaps while assessing opportunities for improvement.