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Administrative Assistant

Knoxville, TN

$14 - $16/hr

An Administrative Assistant must be a highly motivated, outgoing, and enthusiastic individual with ... Retailer trade shows: Increase show participation with current retailers/Increase average trade ...

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Product Developer

Memphis, TN · On-site

Support photo shoots and marketing content creation with product knowledge and sample management. * Assist with trade show presentations, showroom setup, and customer line reviews. Showroom & Trade ...

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What is a trade show assistant?

A Trade Show Assistant supports the planning, setup, and execution of trade show events. Responsibilities typically include organizing materials, coordinating logistics, assisting exhibitors, and engaging with attendees. They ensure booths are properly arranged, promotional materials are available, and schedules run smoothly. Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills are essential in this role.

What are typical daily responsibilities for a trade show assistant?

A Trade Show Assistant’s daily responsibilities often include setting up and dismantling booths, managing onsite logistics, coordinating materials, and assisting exhibitors and attendees with their needs. You may help with registration, handle shipping and receiving of event materials, and support the event team with administrative tasks. The role also involves troubleshooting unexpected issues during the show and ensuring everything runs according to schedule. This position provides a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to develop valuable skills in event management and customer service.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the trade show assistant position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Trade Show Assistant, you need organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in event coordination, often supported by a high school diploma or an associate degree. Familiarity with event management software, CRM systems, and basic office tools like Microsoft Office is typically expected. Strong interpersonal skills, effective communication, and the ability to problem-solve under pressure set standout candidates apart. These skills are essential for ensuring smooth event operations, great exhibitor and attendee experiences, and timely resolution of on-site issues.

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Trade Show & Events Specialist

Ingram Content Group

La Vergne, TN • On-site

$58K - $72K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Ingram Content Group rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Company Description
Job Description
Ingram Content Group (ICG)is hiring for a Trade Show & Events Specialist to join our team in LaVergne, TN just outside Nashville.
In this role, you will lead the execution of trade show and event program plans for specified Ingram Content Group (ICG) lines of business (LOBs). Executes the planning, implementation, and production of meetings, events, and trade shows, both physical and virtual, for a cross-section of ICG companies/divisions.
Do you have experience working with publishers? Have a passion for helping publishers be successful?
At Ingram, our publisher-facing business offers more than just traditional wholesale services. It offers fully integrated and relevant solutions for client publishers. Comprised of book printing, digital book, distribution, publishing sales and marketing services, this part of Ingram's business helps publishers discover more ways to sell content in markets across the globe. Based in the Nashville area, New York, Berkeley and other locations, our teams are collaborative, innovative, dynamic, and passionate about the business.
The world is reading, and it is our goal to connect as many people to the content they want in the simplest ways. If you share that passion, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and want to contribute to a strategic part of the business that is evolving and expanding, we can't wait to meet you!
Required Qualifications:
  • BA/BS degree in marketing, business, or related field or directly related year for year experience
  • 3 years' experience producing various sized trade shows, meetings, or events in a professional environment

Preferred Skills:
  • Experience presenting to business stakeholders and Executives
  • Experience coordinating events

Key Responsibilities:
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and cooperatively with the TSE Director and Senior Specialists.
  • Knowledge of and ability to use software for tradeshows, marketing, exhibits, and virtual conference platforms (i.e. ExhibitForce, Aventri, SharePoint, QuickBase)
  • Ability to quickly connect with others and demonstrate exceptional customer service and presentation skills
  • Ability to establish relationships within all ICG client groups, business partners, and vendors
  • Ability to plan and execute events
  • Communication, collaboration, and reasoning skills
  • Computer proficiency, internet searching, negotiation, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work with urgent deadlines and manage multiple high-priority assignments.

Hiring Salary Range: $58,298 - $72,657. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. It will be determined by factors including but not limited to: the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, geographic location, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
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Perks/Benefits:
  • A highly competitive compensation package with generous benefits beginning first day of employment for Medical/Prescription Drug plans, HSA, Vision, Dental and Health Care FSA.
    • 15 vacation days & 12 sick days accrued annually and 3 personal days
    • 401K match, Life and AD&D, Employee Assistant programs, Group Legal, & more
    • Wellness program with access to onsite gym and basketball court for associates
  • Encouraged continued education with our tuition reimbursement program
  • Financial and in-kind opportunities to engage with non-profits in your community
    • Company match program for United Way donations
    • Volunteer opportunities and in-kind drives for non-profits throughout the year
  • Take breaks or brainstorm in our game room with ping pong & foosball
  • Casual Dress Code

The world is reading, and Ingram Content Group ("Ingram") connects people with content in all forms. Providing comprehensive services for publishers, retailers, libraries and educators, Ingram makes these services seamless and accessible through technology, innovation and creativity. With an expansive global network of offices and facilities, Ingram's services include digital and physical book distribution, print-on-demand, and digital learning. Ingram Content Group is a part of Ingram Industries Inc. and includes Ingram Book Group LLC, Ingram Publisher Services LLC, Lightning Source LLC, Ingram Library Services LLC, Tennessee Book Company LLC, Ingram Content Group UK Ltd. and Ingram Content Group Australia Pty Ltd.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.
  • EOE - Race/Gender/Veterans/Disabled
  • We participate in EVerify.
  • EEO Poster in English
  • EEO Poster in Spanish

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