Position Summary:

The Channel Events Specialist coordinates and organizes the success and execution of channel industry events. The specialist helps project manage events with several variables, setting deadlines and effectively managing timelines and communication. They manage and build relationships with partners and internal cross-functional teams while presenting results and adhering to event and budget guidelines.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and execute event planning including, event project plans, budget, operations and logistics, merchandise, and communications with all internal and external key stakeholders.
• Travels to events to assist on-site event management, including coordination with teams/vendors, logistical requirements, and ensuring smooth event setup and execution, with the ability to provide real-time guidance and addressing last-minute adjustments as necessary.
• Presents and networks at tradeshows and conferences on behalf of Pax8, conduct booth sessions, and coordinate other event activities and logistics. Represents the company at trade shows displaying professionalism, resourcefulness, and expertise in Pax8 products and services
• Build and maintain relationships with business partners, sales and marketing teams, vendors, compliance, and other critical stakeholders through strategic communication, collaboration, and purpose-driven engagement to deliver a premier event experience.
• Assists in the stocking, packing, shipping, and tracking of Pax8 events, ensuring seamless execution and exceptional attention to detail with the Logistics Coordinator and other team members for Pax8 internal inventory logistics.
• Manages and builds relationships with various partners in the channel ecosystem, including Managed Service Providers (MSPs), Value-Added Resellers (VARs), vendors, and partner association groups while successfully cultivating relationships driving growth and value.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of key metrics and post-event results. Responsibilities encompass debriefing reports, reconciling invoices, and evaluating event effectiveness.
• Research industry events and provide insights for industry event strategy. Support other event and marketing activities as needed. Fill in gaps during high event season.

Ideal Skills, Experience, and Competencies:

• At least three (3) years of directly relevant professional experience; event marketing, event production, or retail programming experience
• At least two (2) years of experience in marketing or sales; proficiency with Microsoft Office and Sales Force
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Salesforce; knowledge of project management system preferred
• Ability to apply knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization’s goals; proven presentation skills required for Channel events
• Self-motivated, strategic, creative worker with a drive for executional excellence
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize and multitask
• Superb time management and project management skills
• Creative thinker and problem solver – always looking beyond the available options when up against roadblocks
• Experience learning and navigating within a high-growth and fast-paced environment
• Ability to work in a cross-functional organization; strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with internal and external teams
• Ability to make good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
• Ability to plan and prioritize work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals
• Ability to adapt approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations
• Ability to be self-motivated and independent

Required Education and Certifications:

• B.A./B.S. in related field or equivalent work experience

Compensation:

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