Trade Show Event Manger

Houston, TX, USA|Travel

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Travel opportunities

Professional Development

Employee Discounts

Job Description

Cotton Holdings Inc. is a global, diversified holding company founded in 1996 that operates through multiple subsidiaries providing specialized services across various industries including property restoration, construction, roofing, consulting, workforce staffing, temporary workforce housing, and culinary services. With a strong presence throughout North America and internationally, Cotton Holdings manages a portfolio of eight unique brands, such as Cotton Global Disaster Solutions, Cotton Roofing, Cotton Logistics, Cotton Culinary, Cotton International, Advance Catastrophe Technologies (ACT), and Target Solutions. These subsidiaries serve both public and private entities worldwide, delivering high-quality, tailored solutions that support complex operational demands and industry-specific challenges.

The Tradeshow Events Manager role at Cotton Holdings is a critical position focused on the strategic development, planning, and execution of trade show and event initiatives designed to enhance brand awareness, support business development, and deepen customer engagement. This role entails managing the full lifecycle of various events, including trade shows, conferences, client-oriented gatherings, sponsorships, and executive hospitality activities. The manager not only oversees operational logistics such as venue procurement, vendor management, contract negotiations, and on-site coordination but also ensures budget adherence, forecasts, and financial reconciliations to maintain cost-effective execution. Acting as the primary liaison for corporate events, the Tradeshow Events Manager collaborates closely with multiple departments including Marketing, Sales, Business Development, Operations, and Executive Leadership, aligning event strategies with organizational goals and optimizing the return on investment through impactful event experiences.

This position is ideal for a highly organized, strategic thinker with at least five to eight years of progressive experience managing corporate trade shows and large-scale marketing events. Candidates should possess proficiency in project management, vendor relations, budget oversight, and CRM systems, with a strong emphasis on lead generation and event analytics. Exceptional communication skills, adaptability, and the ability to independently manage complex, concurrent initiatives across diverse teams are essential to success in this role. The job also requires up to 30% travel commitment to support various trade shows and corporate events. By joining Cotton Holdings, the Tradeshow Events Manager will play a vital role in elevating the company's presence in the marketplace while driving meaningful business results through innovative and well-executed event programs.

Job Requirements

bachelors degree in marketing, communications, hospitality management, business administration, event management, or a related field preferred
equivalent combination of education and professional event management experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
5-8 years of progressive experience managing corporate trade shows, conferences, or large-scale marketing events
demonstrated experience independently managing multiple events, vendor relationships, budgets, and project timelines simultaneously
experience supporting executive-level events and customer-facing programs preferred

Job Qualifications

bachelors degree in marketing, communications, hospitality management, business administration, event management, or a related field preferred
equivalent combination of education and professional event management experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
5-8 years of progressive experience managing corporate trade shows, conferences, or large-scale marketing events
demonstrated experience independently managing multiple events, vendor relationships, budgets, and project timelines simultaneously
experience supporting executive-level events and customer-facing programs preferred

Job Duties

develop and execute the companys annual trade show and events strategy in support of marketing, sales, and business development objectives
plan, manage, and execute trade shows, conferences, client events, sponsorships, and executive hospitality programs from concept through post-event evaluation
oversee all event logistics, including venue selection, vendor management, contract negotiations, travel, accommodations, exhibit shipping, signage, promotional materials, and on-site operations
manage event budgets, forecasts, purchase orders, vendor invoices, and expense reconciliation to ensure financial accountability and cost-effective execution
serve as the primary point of contact for all assigned events, ensuring a high-quality experience for executives, clients, prospects, and attendees
partner with marketing, sales, business development, and communications teams to align event strategies, branding, messaging, and lead generation efforts
coordinate booth design, event collateral, promotional items, registration platforms, digital event tools, and attendee communications