Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily including the following: - Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects successfully and simultaneously.
- Displays ability to be flexible, manage multiple priorities and stay highly organized; influence others; work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability and versatility to work both independently as well as collaboratively with a team and others within an organization; self-directed problem solver.
- Must show initiative and collaboration to improve department processes.
- Knowledgeable of current trends in the exhibitions and events industry.
- Must maintain a positive, friendly professional attitude with a strong commitment to providing excellent customer service to internal stakeholders, members/non-members and vendors.
Education Level: - Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Hospitality, Restaurant and Hotel Management, Public Relations, or related field required.
Experience Level: - Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in exhibition or events industry, meeting
planning, sponsorship and/or advertising sales; experience with associations preferred. - Experience with managing a team of direct reports.
- Proficiency in software applications such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint; experience or knowledge of enterprise systems and databases like Map Your Show, Salesforce, Concur and other management systems.
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written communications skills and attention to detail.
- Must display the willingness to take on additional projects with growth of InfoComm.
Budget Responsibilities: Responsible for providing updates for the Microsoft Dynamics budget software Travel Requirement: Candidate will be required to travel less than 20% of the time for the following purposes to: - Attend the annual InfoComm trade show
- Attend InfoComm Exhibitor Advisory Committee & Attendee Advisory Committee
- Attend site visits in the destination
Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Analytical - Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback. Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market; Aligns work with strategic goals. Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions. Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process. Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives. Professionalism & Respect- Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Follows through on commitments. Adaptability - Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Initiative - Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities. Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work This description describes the general duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not a complete list of duties and the employee may be required to take on additional duties and responsibilities as required by the needs of the association. EEO Policy Statement: It is the policy of AVIXA to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons, and to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons in all jobs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or sexual orientation.” AVIXA™ is the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association, producer of InfoComm trade shows around the world, co-owner of Integrated Systems Europe, and the international trade association representing the audiovisual industry. Established in 1939, AVIXA has more than 11,400 enterprise and individual members, including manufacturers, systems integrators, dealers and distributors, consultants, programmers, live events companies, technology managers, content producers, and multimedia professionals from more than 80 countries. AVIXA members create integrated AV experiences that deliver outcomes for end users. AVIXA is a hub for professional collaboration, information, and community, and is the leading resource for AV standards, certification, training, market intelligence, and thought leadership. www.avixa.org | 
