Event Account Executive: Tradeshows & Corporate Engagement

Shepard Exposition Services; California; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Shepard Exposition Services is seeking an Account Executive to serve as the primary contact for clients, venues, and internal teams to deliver successful trade shows and events. You will lead planning, coordination, and execution from initial planning through on-site delivery, ensuring an exceptional customer experience.

The role requires proven hospitality/trade show experience, strong project management, and exceptional communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality, trade show, or event services.
• Experience managing complex client projects from planning through execution.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Salesforce a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to design and prepare detailed floor plans aligned with event objectives.
• Coordinate with facilities and vendors to meet logistical requirements.
• Develop and manage event timelines using the company’s Critical Path.
• Monitor design processes to stay within client-approved budgets.
• Prepare and distribute exhibitor service manuals for clarity and accuracy.
• Coordinate show planning and communicate details with operations pre-move-in.
• Serve as primary contact for assigned clients and maintain year-round communication.
• Provide on-site support during events and verify billing accuracy per contracts.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and expanded services with clients.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

AI tools (Copilot/Claude)

Job description

Shepard Exposition Services is seeking an Account Executive to serve as the primary contact for clients, venues, and internal teams to deliver successful trade shows and events. You will lead planning, coordination, and execution from initial planning through on-site delivery, ensuring an exceptional customer experience.

The role requires proven hospitality/trade show experience, strong project management, and exceptional communication.