Sr Manager of Conventions and Trade Shows

Overview

CHG Healthcare’s Marketing and Customer Products Department is seeking a Sr. Manager of Marketing Conventions. The role leads CHG’s convention and event marketing strategy, driving operational excellence and leveraging AI, automation, and data insights to improve planning, execution, reporting, and business outcomes across the convention portfolio.

• Lead and coach a high‑performing team, including workforce planning, performance management, and succession planning.
• Develop and evolve the company’s convention strategy, aligning it with broader business goals and industry trends.
• Partner with sales, marketing, and business leaders to create strategies that support customer engagement, brand visibility, lead generation, and business growth.
• Champion innovation by incorporating AI, automation, and emerging technologies to simplify planning, enhance stakeholder experience, and increase operational efficiency.
• Establish KPIs, dashboards, and reporting frameworks to measure event effectiveness, operational efficiency, lead quality, customer engagement, and business impact.
• Use data and analytics to support continuous improvement and strategic decision making.
• Lead vendor selection, contract negotiation, performance management, and ongoing supplier relationships to ensure exceptional service, operational excellence, and financial stewardship.
• Own annual convention budgets, forecasting, and investment planning while maximizing return on marketing investment.
• Standardize workflows, improve cross‑functional processes, and eliminate inefficiencies to create a scalable convention program.
• Identify and recommend strategic sponsor ships, advertising opportunities, and unique events to support success at key conventions.
• Ensure all convention activities comply with association rules, company policies, and ethical guidelines.

• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop a team.
• Executive presence, able to influence senior leaders and manage competing stakeholder priorities.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in vendor management, contract negotiation, and budget stewardship.
• Demonstrated curiosity and continuous improvement mindset, proactively leveraging AI, automation, and emerging technologies.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with a focus on executing large‑scale events on time and within budget.
• Excellent communication skills, able to influence internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Demonstrated understanding of event marketing strategy, customer engagement, demand generation, brand experience, and integrated marketing campaigns.
• Strong technical aptitude and excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Flexibility to work outside normal business hours as needed and travel 2–4 times per year.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in marketing, events management, or related field.
• Experience managing seven‑figure budgets and complex vendor ecosystems.
• 8+ years of experience in events, convention, or trade show; 5+ years of direct people leadership experience.

• Experience setting up and assessing lead capture platforms.
• Experience with event and project management software such as Exhibit force, Cvent, Workfront, etc.
• Experience in healthcare or staffing industries.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Traditional medical and dental coverage, onsite health centers, corporate wellness programs, and behavioral health appointments.
• Flexible work schedules, including work‑from‑home options.
• Recognition programs with rewards such as trips, cash, and paid time off.
• Family‑friendly benefits: paid parental leave, fertility coverage, adoption assistance, and marriage counseling.
• Training resources including free Linked In Learning courses.
• Volunteer time off and employee‑driven matching grants.
• Tuition reimbursement programs.

Annual base salary range: $104,000 – $201,300, varying by location and experience.

CHG Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of any race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and individuals with disabilities. We are an at‑will employer.