Event Sales Executive

Tradepass; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradepass in Bengaluru is seeking an Event Sales Executive to drive delegate and sponsorship sales for our conferences and platforms. This full-time, on-site role focuses on identifying prospects, reaching out via calls and emails, and building relationships with senior decision-makers to grow event revenue.

You will collaborate with marketing and operations, maintain a structured sales pipeline, and provide market feedback to improve future events.

Qualifications

• Strong sales and business development skills, including prospecting, lead qualification, negotiation, and closing.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify prospects for delegate and sponsorship sales.
• Present event value propositions and negotiate pricing/packages.
• Maintain updated sales pipeline and prepare regular reports.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations to ensure smooth event delivery.
• Build relationships with decision-makers across target industries and regions.
• Meet or exceed revenue targets.

Skills

Sales & business development

Prospecting & lead qualification

Negotiation & closing

Communication & interpersonal

Market research & trends

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/marketing/communications or related field

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

Company Description

Tradepass is a global business networking organization that connects technology buyers with market intelligence, practical use-cases, and innovative solutions from experts, investors, and business partners across Asia, the Middle East and Africa, and Europe. The company focuses on driving breakthrough innovation in areas such as cybersecurity, financial technology, artificial intelligence, smart data, and digital transformation, all aimed at transforming global businesses. Tradepass delivers value through high-impact conferences, exhibitions, expos, and corporate training programs in both virtual and in-person formats. Its diverse team collaborates to design events and platforms that help organizations address complex business challenges and stay ahead in rapidly evolving markets.

Role Description

The Event Sales Executive is responsible for driving delegate and sponsorship sales for Tradepass events and platforms. This full-time, on-site role is based in Bengaluru and involves identifying and qualifying prospects, conducting outbound calls and emails, and building relationships with decision-makers across target industries and regions. The role includes presenting event value propositions, negotiating pricing and packages, and closing sales to meet or exceed revenue targets. The Event Sales Executive collaborates with marketing and operations teams to align messaging, ensure accurate client information, and support smooth event delivery. Daily activities include maintaining an updated sales pipeline, preparing regular reports, and providing feedback on market trends and customer needs to improve future events.

Qualifications

• Strong sales and business development skills, including prospecting, lead qualification, negotiation, and closing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage senior professionals and present value propositions clearly.
• Ability to conduct structured market research, identify target segments, and understand industry trends in technology and business transformation.
• Experience in events, conferences, or B2B services sales is highly beneficial; prior exposure to international markets is an advantage.
• Proficiency with CRM tools, sales tracking systems, and basic office software, with strong organizational and time management capabilities.
• Comfort working in a target-driven environment, with resilience, problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Willingness to work on-site in Bengaluru and attend events or client meetings as required.