Trade Show Technology Applications Manager

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) is hiring a Trade Show Technology Applications Manager! This role is a cornerstone of our Exhibitions team, supporting three of the industry’s most prominent trade shows: World of Asphalt, The Utility Expo, and CONEXPO-CON/AGG. You’ll lead the technology implementation and execution for registration, lead services, exhibitor tools, and mobile apps, ensuring seamless experiences for attendees, exhibitors, and internal stakeholders. 

We’re looking for a tech-savvy, service-oriented professional who thrives on collaboration, complexity, and continuous improvement. If you enjoy managing cross-functional projects, building vendor relationships, and driving innovation in event technology, this is the role for you. 

Responsibilities: 

• Serve as project manager for cross-departmental teams to implement vendor systems for trade show registration services, exhibitor lead generation services, online show directories, exhibitor resource centers, and trade show mobile apps. 
• Oversee budget development and management for technology-related trade show services. 
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts, including RFPs, negotiations, and fulfillment coordination for technology-related show services. 
• Develop and maintain documentation for workflows, business rules, and production timelines. 
• Coordinate onsite registration services including physical layouts, staffing, and logistics across multiple shows. 
• Define and execute data strategies across platforms to align with trade show goals and user experience. 
• Finalize post-event reporting, analytics review, and invoice reconciliation. 
• Continuously improve services and contribute to strategic planning committees. 

Requirements:   

A successful candidate will have some college education (associate’s or higher) in Event Management, Project Management, or Organizational Management, and 5+ years of relevant experience.  

The ideal candidate will also demonstrate: 

• Strong project management and time management skills. 
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. 
• Adaptability and systems thinking. 
• Budgeting and problem-solving expertise. 
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft 365, Adobe, and event technology platforms. 
• Familiarity with data management tools and CRM systems. 
• Ability to travel for trade shows and site visits (approx. 4–6 weeks/year).