The Marketing Event Manager will lead the end-to-end planning and execution of events for CAMP Aviate, including industry trade shows, proprietary events, and executive roundtables. This role manages all event communications, vendor relationships, logistics, and reporting to drive brand presence and lead generation in the aviation technology space. The manager will also pursue thought leadership opportunities and build relationships with trade media to enhance the company's visibility.

Responsibilities

End-to-end event ownership — Lead all phases of the event lifecycle, from planning and vendor management to onsite execution and post-event executive readouts with clear ROI metrics.
Communications — Manage all internal and external event communications, including team preparation meetings, customer invitations, announcements, and post-event follow-ups.
Thought Leadership & PR — Identify and pursue speaking opportunities, panel submissions, and award nominations at key aviation industry events. Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to position CAMP Aviate as a voice in the aviation technology space and build relationships with trade media to drive organic press coverage.
Booth and brand experience — Partner with signage and booth vendors to design compelling physical spaces that reflect the CAMP Aviate brand and create meaningful interactions with aviation professionals.
Logistics and inventory management — Coordinate all shipping, receiving, and storage for event materials — including signage, displays, promotional items, and visual media — ensuring seamless logistics at every event.
Reporting and ROI — Build and maintain an executive reporting framework that captures event performance, lead generation, and attendee feedback to continuously optimize strategy.
Proprietary events — Manage and grow CAMP Aviate’s proprietary event program, including executive roundtables, customer offsites, and new flagship annual experiences.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Hospitality, Event Management, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
5+ years planning and executing events at industry trade shows or comparable high-profile venues, including booth builds, vendor negotiations, and run-of-show management.
Proven ability to manage event budgets, tradeshow contracts, and vendor relationships from initial outreach through final reconciliation.
Experience developing physical brand presence — booths, signage, displays, giveaways, and video assets — that drives meaningful attendee engagement.
Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills, with a track record of managing competing priorities under tight and shifting deadlines.
Strong communicator and collaborator, comfortable preparing and presenting to executive stakeholders.
Familiarity with digital event promotion via social media or email platforms is a plus. Willingness to travel up to 25%.