Sr Manager of Conventions and Trade Shows

Salt Lake City, United StatesRemote

Responsibilities

Develop and evolve the company's convention strategy, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives while staying apprised of the latest industry trends.
Champion innovation by leveraging AI, automation, and emerging technologies to simplify planning, improve stakeholder experience, enhance reporting, and increase operational efficiency.
Establish KPIs, dashboards, and reporting frameworks that measure event effectiveness, operational efficiency, lead quality, customer engagement, and business impact.
Lead strategic 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.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives by standardizing workflows, improving cross-functional processes, and eliminating operational inefficiencies to create a more scalable convention program.
Identify and recommend strategic sponsorship options, advertising opportunities, and unique events to support and maximize success at key conventions.
Ensure all convention activities are compliant with association rules, company policies, and ethical guidelines.
Lead a high-performing team through coaching, workforce planning, performance management, and succession planning.

This role is responsible for leading CHG's convention and event marketing strategy, driving operational excellence, and leveraging emerging technologies, AI, and data-driven insights to continuously improve planning, execution, reporting, and business outcomes across the convention portfolio.
Qualifications: Proven leadership experience, with the ability to manage and develop a team.
experience in vendor management, contract negotiation, and budget stewardship.
Demonstrates curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset, proactively identifying opportunities to leverage AI, automation, and emerging technologies to improve business outcomes.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence both internal stakeholders and external partners.
Demonstrated understanding of event marketing strategy, customer engagement, demand generation, brand experience, and integrated marketing campaigns.
Experience: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
experience in marketing, events management or related field.
Experience with event and project management and event software such as Exhibitforce, Cvent, Workfront, etc.
Experience in healthcare or staffing industries. In return we offer:

Education & Years of
Experience managing seven-figure budgets and complex vendor ecosystems. 8+ years of
experience in events, convention, or trade show experience. 5+ years of direct people leadership experience Preferred skills:

401(k) retirement plan with company match
benefits such as medical and dental coverage, and some unique
Recognition programs with rewards including trips, cash, and paid time off Family-friendly
benefits including paid parental leave, fertility coverage, adoption assistance, and marriage counseling
Volunteer time off and employee-driven matching grants
Tuition reimbursement programs Click here to learn more about our company and culture.
CHG Healthcare values a diverse and inclusive workforce.

CHG shook things up in 1979 by inventing the locum tenens staffing model.
We connect doctors with patients who need their care.
As the largest physician staffing firm in America, our providers treat millions of patients each year.
This means you’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow and develop in your career.
Keeping healthcare healthy can be as fun as it is rewarding CHG’s Marketing and Customer Products Department is looking for a Sr. Manager Marketing Conventions to join our team.
The successful candidate will lead a team of convention professionals while overseeing CHG's convention portfolio, exhibit strategy, sponsorship investments, vendor partnerships, and operational processes to deliver measurable business impact across multiple brands.
Partner with sales, marketing, and business leaders to develop convention strategies that support customer engagement, brand visibility, lead generation, and business growth.
Use data and analytics to drive continuous improvement and strategic decision making.
Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with a focus on executing large-scale events on time and within budget.
A strong technical aptitude and excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills are essential.