CDW

Event Lead – Tradeshow

CDW

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $61,000 - $89,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Own full-cycle execution of events, including customer programs, internal meetings, and industry tradeshows—delivering seamless, high-impact experiences.
  • Ensure all event elements align with CDW’s brand standards, business priorities, and audience expectations through collaboration with the event strategy team.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners—including Sales, ITS, Marketing, Product & Partner Management, and Coworker Success—to scope event requirements, manage logistics, and deliver measurable outcomes.
  • Manage all logistical components of events, including hotel accommodations, vendor management, travel coordination, catering, and A/V.
  • Develop and oversee comprehensive event documentation, event roadmap, production timelines, floorplans, staffing plans, and execution checklists.
  • Serve as the onsite lead, ensuring flawless execution and real-time problem-solving for both corporate events and tradeshows.
  • Lead post-event reconciliation, reporting, and team debriefs to evaluate outcomes and drive continuous improvement.
  • Own CDW’s presence at key industry tradeshows, including booth layout, staffing, and onsite brand representation.
  • Collaborate with both vendors and exhibit house partners to manage design, logistics, shipping, and installation/dismantle.
  • Manage exhibitor deadlines, deliverables, and sponsorship activations with precision.
  • Ensure brand consistency, partner alignment, and a compelling customer experience at every touchpoint.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with 7 years of Sales and or Marketing experience including at least 3 years of tradeshow event planning OR 11 years of 7 years of Sales and or Marketing experience including at least 3 years of tradeshow event planning
  • Demonstrated knowledge of technology product offerings and solutions
  • Proven success in project management and organizational execution
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Experience with sales productivity tools and CRM platforms
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to engage effectively across all levels of the organization, including senior leadership
  • Skilled in data analysis and conducting primary research
  • Experience developing and executing strategic sales campaigns
  • Proven ability to build and maintain strategic relationships
  • Capable of working independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment
  • Highly adaptable with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, changing environment
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible work hours
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
communication skillscollaborationproblem-solvingorganizational executionrelationship buildingadaptabilitymultitaskingindependenceteamworkengagement