Trade Show Director develops and directs the overall strategic planning, budget, and execution of trade shows and exhibitions. Collaborates with stakeholders, sales, and marketing to develop the business objectives, concepts, deliverables, and timelines of a show. Being a Trade Show Director devises innovative solutions to enhance the impact of an event. Ensures detailed planning and execution of show and evaluates show outcomes based on established metrics for quality and attendance. Additionally, Trade Show Director typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Trade Show Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Trade Show Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The North Dakota Trade Office (NDTO) is a fast-paced working environment that operates on a global level. Our small team is dedicated to working with North Dakota companies to help them grow their business across borders. We frequently engage with business leaders, dignitaries and government officials from all over the world, and our team works diligently to promote North Dakota and our exporters. The ideal candidate will have the ability to easily shift between projects and commit to providing a high quality of work.
Job Type:
This position is open to either full-time or part-time candidates.
Primary Function:
The Grants & Membership Coordinator is responsible for administration of NDTO grant programs, as well as communication with grant program applicants and North Dakota exporters for the utilization of our current grant programs. This position also engages with current and potential/future members to understand the needs and plans of the business including the company’s domestic and international components and conduct research report to help North Dakota companies grow their business domestically and internationally.
Core Duties and Responsibilities:
Grants Administration
Membership Coordination
Research
Perform other duties as assigned
Other Requirements:
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Individuals will need to walk and be able to travel extensively by car and by air. Incumbents must be able to reach above shoulder heights, below the waist or lift as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques are necessary. On occasion the position may require lifting, up to 25 pounds, for files, related documents, or equipment. Primary environment consists of ambient room temperatures, lighting, and traditional office equipment. Periodic exposure to variable outdoor temperatures and climates is necessary because of international travel. Incumbent must also be able to sit for prolonged periods of time because of domestic or international air travel.