Partner Activation Lead, Live Events

Crain Communications; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan savings contributions

Bonus opportunities based on personal/

Job summary

Crain Communications is seeking an operational lead for partner fulfillment and live event activation. The role requires coordinating between Events, Sales and Sales Marketing to ensure seamless execution and strong client relationships.

Based in New York with possible Chicago, Detroit or Houston options for the right candidate. In-office presence three days a week is required, reflecting a hybrid work expectation and onsite collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Events leadership, Sales and Sales Marketing to coordinate partner programs from sale through onsite execution.
• Partner with Events leadership to ensure all partner deliverables are fully integrated into event plans, timelines and run-of-show documents.
• Translate sponsorship contractual obligations into detailed activation plans, including timelines, branding requirements, production needs and onsite execution.
• Manage partner communications and planning leading up to each event.
• Coordinate partner activations, exhibits, branded environments, speaking opportunities and experiential elements.
• Ensure all contracted sponsorship benefits are delivered accurately, creatively and at a high standard.
• Lead the planning and execution of custom partner programs, VIP experiences and other bespoke event engagements, partnering with Events leadership to deliver high-touch experiences that strengthen client relationships and create new commercial opportunities.
• Support broader event execution, including registration, attendee flow, speaker management, VIP experiences and onsite logistics as needed.
• Serve as a key member of the onsite event management team, helping ensure a seamless experience for attendees, speakers, partners and sponsors.
• Partner with Sales and Sales Marketing to support sponsorship renewals, strengthen client relationships and identify opportunities for account growth.
• Collaborate with Events leadership, Sales and clients to develop creative activation concepts that enhance partner visibility, attendee engagement and overall event experience.
• Manage sponsorship-related expenses and activation budgets.
• Identify opportunities to elevate partner engagement, attendee experiences and premium activation concepts that support future revenue growth.
• Serve as the primary onsite resource for partner needs throughout each event.
• Support Events leadership with partner debriefs, fulfillment reporting and recommendations for continuous improvement.

Job description

Crain Communications is seeking an operational lead for partner fulfillment and live event activation. The role requires coordinating between Events, Sales and Sales Marketing to ensure seamless execution and strong client relationships.

Based in New York with possible Chicago, Detroit or Houston options for the right candidate. In-office presence three days a week is required, reflecting a hybrid work expectation and onsite collaboration.