Exhibition Director

Nteractive

10d•$115,000 - $125,000•Remote

About The Position

The Exhibition Director is a senior strategic leader responsible for the successful planning, orchestration and delivery of high-impact exhibitions across a diverse portfolio of global events and platforms. Serving as the central authority for exhibition strategy, execution and stakeholder engagement, this role ensures exceptional sponsor and exhibitor experiences while delivering against client objectives, revenue goals and event success metrics. You will work closely with clients, sponsors, internal teams and suppliers to drive innovation, operational excellence and commercial success, while leading large-scale exhibition programmes featuring 100+ exhibitors, custom builds, feature areas and complex engagement opportunities. This is a highly visible leadership role requiring exceptional client management, commercial acumen and large-scale exhibition delivery expertise.

Requirements

8+ years of experience leading and delivering large-scale exhibition programmes, ideally within conferences or major event environments
Agency experience strongly preferred
Proven track record managing exhibition show floors with 100+ exhibitors and sponsors
Significant experience managing complex budgets of $5M+
Strong client relationship management and stakeholder engagement experience
Experience collaborating with Creative, Production and Technical teams on large-scale event environments
Strong commercial, financial and contract management skills
Advanced Excel skills and strong Microsoft PowerPoint proficiency
Excellent leadership, mentoring and team management abilities
Outstanding communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills
Ability to remain calm and decisive in high-pressure environments
Based in the USA (East Coast or Central preferred)
Ability to travel internationally throughout the year (approximately 20-30%)
Ability to work across multiple time zones as required
Quiet home working environment
Minimum broadband speed: 25MB download / 2MB upload

Responsibilities

Act as the senior exhibition lead and trusted strategic advisor to clients
Translate client objectives into impactful exhibition environments and experiences
Champion a sponsor-first approach across all planning and delivery stages
Lead post-event reviews, reporting and performance analysis
Manage client feedback throughout the project lifecycle, identifying solutions and driving continuous improvement
Support business growth through exceptional delivery and client relationship management
Lead the delivery of complex exhibition programmes featuring 100+ exhibitors and sponsors
Oversee exhibition frameworks, timelines, trackers, operational processes and exhibitor handbooks
Lead weekly client, supplier and internal project meetings
Provide strategic leadership across multiple workstreams including Custom Build, Graphics, Creative, Technical Production and Marketing Opportunities
Collaborate closely with Sponsorship, F&B, Creative and Production teams to ensure alignment and successful delivery
Own exhibition contingency planning and risk management
Ensure project timelines, budgets and deliverables are successfully achieved
Serve as the primary exhibition contact throughout the project lifecycle
Build and maintain exceptional relationships with clients, suppliers and stakeholders
Lead supplier management activities and foster a collaborative "one team" culture
Implement detailed tracking and reporting systems to ensure sponsor fulfilment and operational excellence
Lead floor planning and exhibition design processes alongside Sponsorship, Creative and Technical teams
Oversee exhibition branding, signage, architectural features and attendee engagement areas
Ensure exhibition environments align with client objectives, budgets and safety requirements
Drive exceptional attendee and exhibitor experiences through strategic design and layout decisions
Develop and manage exhibition budgets of up to $5M+
Deliver accurate forecasting, budget reporting and financial oversight
Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising attendee, sponsor or exhibitor experience
Negotiate effectively with suppliers to maximize value for clients
Provide proactive solutions and recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders
Lead exhibition delivery onsite at global events
Manage exhibition teams, suppliers, venue partners and stakeholders
Troubleshoot challenges and implement solutions in real time
Ensure the highest standards of delivery, execution and customer experience
Mentor and develop exhibition team members
Foster a culture of ownership, accountability and continuous improvement
Provide coaching, feedback and development opportunities
Lead with resilience and confidence in fast-paced, high-pressure environments