Job Description

Live events are back, and we are busier than ever!! Fern is at the top of the trade show and expo service industry. Our operation spans more than 200 cities from coast to coast. In other words, wherever there’s a major convention center and event venue, we’re there with experienced local teams providing exceptional service and support, whenever you need it. We recognize that our team members are the core of our company. It is why they stay with us for so long, and it's also what attracts new clients to come aboard.

Due to a recent promotion, we are looking for an Account Executive to join our Seattle team. As an AE, you will be responsible for ensuring top-notch service to our exhibitors throughout their entire event. This role has responsibilities in both servicing customers, as well as production and requires someone who can efficiently multi-task, organize, be well prepared and always dependable.

You will report directly to the Seattle GM. Position does require being on-site full-time, as well as the ability to travel to various events.

Salary is $70-80K.

What you’ll do:

Building industry relationships that lead to sales referrals and introductions.
Performing regular budgeting, scheduling, and sales projections associated with account assignments to management.
Maintaining an ongoing budget and fiscal account of the costs associated with producing events.
Converting sales leads into lifelong Fern Exposition clients.
Growing a book of business through a disciplined sales effort.
Serving as the client’s primary point of contact following acceptance of an agreement or assignment of an account.
Communicating our product/service offerings and partner network to accurately inform prospects and provide excellent customer service.

Who You Are:

5 or more years of experience in sales, operations, or customer service.
Experience in trade shows, live events, or related industries preferred.
Proven client relationship and service delivery experience.
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM (Salesforce preferred).
Presentation experience – excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.

What you’ll love about Fern Expo.

We take Fern culture very seriously! As a company, we are constantly thinking of ways to give back to our valued employees through company engagement. We offer a competitive salary, amazing benefits, a great PTO package, a healthy work-life balance, and plenty of opportunities to grow your career from within! 

Brilliant trade and exhibitor careers, powered by people. What makes Fern such a fantastic place to work? It’s the people. The quality and commitment of our team are unique in the tradeshow. It’s why our employees stay. At Fern, we welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, socioeconomic status, religion, age, marital or parental status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

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