Strategic Expo Sponsorships Lead

VAP Group

Dubai

On-site

AED 279,000 - 446,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

VAP Group seeks an experienced Sponsorship Lead to formulate and implement a comprehensive strategy attracting diverse sponsors and exhibitors aligned with our expo themes.

You will tailor exhibition space offerings, conduct research on prospects, and cultivate relationships with decision-makers to craft bespoke packages that maximize brand visibility, lead generation, and valuable networking opportunities.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in exhibition sponsorship and space selling.
  • Experience with international exhibitions and shows.
  • Experience working with Ai Events.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field; MBA advantageous.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with key industry stakeholders.
  • Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Formulate and implement a holistic sponsorship strategy aimed at attracting sponsors and exhibitors aligned with expo themes.
  • Create customized offerings for exhibition space and booths as per exhibitor requirements.
  • Research prospective sponsors, exhibitors, and collaborators to enrich expo quality and attendee experience.
  • Foster relationships with decision-makers, tailoring bespoke sponsorship packages to requisites.
  • Craft sponsorship proposals highlighting brand visibility, lead generation, and networking opportunities.
  • Collaborate with expo management to activate and execute sponsorship agreements for optimal visibility and ROI.
  • Collaborate with Marketing, Events, and PR to align sponsorship initiatives with marketing strategies and brand messaging.
  • Champion the organization's presence at industry events to nurture sponsor and partner relationships.

Skills

Sponsorship sales
Client relationship management
Negotiation and presentation
Exhibition sponsorship
Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Communications
MBA or advanced degree (advantage)

Tools

Ai Events

Job description

VAP Group seeks an experienced Sponsorship Lead to formulate and implement a comprehensive strategy attracting diverse sponsors and exhibitors aligned with our expo themes.

You will tailor exhibition space offerings, conduct research on prospects, and cultivate relationships with decision-makers to craft bespoke packages that maximize brand visibility, lead generation, and valuable networking opportunities.

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