Business Development Executive, Event Sales

Responsibilities

• Respond to inbound leads in a quick timely manner
• Incorporate value-based selling in customer conversations
• Maintain pipeline and log activity appropriately in Salesforce
• Identify the needs and challenges of the prospective customer to customize package
• Prospect new accounts via cold call, email, and social strategies (LinkedIn Sales Navigator)
• Utilize sales strategies and available sales tools to meet revenue targets
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure their success and satisfaction
• Manage the sales process from lead generation to closing deals
• Monitor and report on market trends and competitor activity
• Participate in trade shows and industry events to build brand awareness and generate leads

Requirements

• Have experience in business development or sales, preferably in the trade show industry
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Have the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Possess excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Have excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Have an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to learn and grow
• Demonstrate a positive attitude with a willingness to accept constructive criticism and implement change

Benefits

• We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance, and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.