B2B Trade Show & Events Manager

Liberty Source PBC combines state-of-the-art technology with a human overlay, enabling our clients to realize greater returns from their investments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, business intelligence, and deep analytics platforms. We work with our clients’ senior leadership, Data Science teams, Data Operations staff, Data Quality functions, and other key stakeholders to refine and enhance the data that is vital to the success of their advanced technology initiatives.

Founded in 2014, Liberty Source PBC is based in Hampton, Virginia, and is a Certified B Corporation.

About the position:

Liberty Source is seeking aB2B Trade Show and Marketing Manager who will own the planning, executing, and post-event reporting for multiple B2B tradeshows, events, and large-scale meetings throughout the United States. Candidates must be highly organized, experienced with hands-on management of events at large conference and exposition venues, focused on driving measurable results while delivering experiences that reinforce the company’s market-facing brand, and exhibit presentation and communication skills to augment the booth staff when needed. This person must be comfortable working within a fast-paced environment with internal and external stakeholders who are vital to the company’s revenue production.

Location:

Remote - U.S. East Coast (candidates living in Eastern time zone only)

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Coordinate and support tradeshow and event management functions.

· Coordinate the planning and logistics of Trade Shows/events/meetings.

· Manage all Trade Show/event supplier relationships to deliver programs, services, and support resources to meet and exceed expectations and provide memorable experiences.

· Curate B2B Tradeshow and event requests and recommend participation level

· Create and manage time and action calendar for tradeshow and event deadlines (assortment, displays, graphics, etc.)

· Coordinate the logistics of exhibit properties, including maintenance of the Trade Show exhibit, demonstration equipment, and all accessories.

· Align resources to support all events, including communications, speakers, AV equipment and staging, registration, hotel arrangements, giveaways and gifts, etc.

· Work closely with the Marketing Manager to provide best practices, templates, etc., to foster effective internal / external communication about upcoming events.

· Provide regular updates to keep all stakeholders abreast of upcoming events and deadlines.

· Responsible for employee and guest registrations and the retrieval of attendee data.

· Manage the inventory of promo items for internal/external events

· Provide post-event analyses, including key metrics.

· Recognize opportunities to sponsor conference sessions that align with marketing goals.

· Assist with additional duties as requested.

Knowledge & Experience:

· MUST HAVE at least 3-5 years of experience managing large-scale B2B events and tradeshows.

· Familiarity with third-party equipment storage/fulfillment vendors

· Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, one or more CRM platforms, and basic project management tools.

· Working knowledge of standard graphic design programs.

· Membership in a meeting association (MPI, PCMA, CEMA, etc.) is a plus.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or a related field.

Travel Requirements:

This is a remote position requiring work from home, and the ability to travel up to 50% of the time, frequently with one or more overnight stays.

Occasional travel to the office for meetings/events will also be required.

Benefits we offer:

· Healthcare/ Dental/ Vision and Life Insurance

· 401 (K) Plan

· Paid Time Off (PTO)

· Professional Development opportunities

· Paid Holidays