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The Trade Show & Event Coordinator owns trade show strategy, execution, and performance measurement across Canada, USA, Mexico, and Central America for Performance Materials, Human Nutrition, Animal Nutrition, Pharmaceuticals, and Personal Care.

This role ensures Barentz is represented as the premier distributor and technical expert in every market we serve. Trade shows must deliver measurable commercial impact while strengthening brand awareness and market positioning.

This is a cross-functional role partnering with Divisional Presidents, VP of Sales, Division Marketing Managers, Principal Managers, MAG, and Global Marketing.

Core Responsibilities

Trade Show Strategy & Calendar Ownership

• Develop and manage the annual trade show master calendar across Canada, USA, Mexico, and Central America.
• Align participation with divisional priorities, principal initiatives, and growth objectives.
• Establish measurable KPIs for each event including pipeline targets, qualified meetings, and brand exposure.
• Lead pre-event alignment and post-event debrief meetings.

When four or more trade shows overlap, partner with Division Marketing Managers to prioritize and support execution of key events.

Event Execution & Logistics

• Manage booth selection, contracts, booth builds, meeting room and suite rentals, and vendor negotiations.
• Oversee exhibit design aligned with global brand standards and vertical-specific messaging.
• Coordinate all operational requirements including material handling, furniture, flooring, electrical, rigging, cleaning, refrigeration, catering, audio-visual, and team registration.
• Procure and maintain booth assets, promotional materials, and giveaways.
• Manage shipping, samples documentation, customs (as required), installation, and breakdown logistics.
• Ensure premium execution consistent with Barentz brand positioning.

On-Site Oversight & Team Coordination

• Attend major trade shows where Barentz has significant financial investment or strategic importance.
• Provide on-site leadership to ensure brand standards and lead capture protocols are executed properly.
• Coordinate hotel accommodations, transportation, and team logistics.
• Define attendee roles, expectations, and meeting schedules prior to events.

Experiential Marketing & Promotion

• Plan traffic-driving initiatives including coffee stations, sponsorships, networking events, and customer entertainment.
• Partner with Sales and MAG to coordinate targeted prospect and customer meetings.
• Collaborate with Marketing on pre- and post-show promotion including LinkedIn, email campaigns, and principal visibility.

Lead Management & ROI Reporting

• Standardize lead capture and CRM/BRM integration processes.
• Ensure timely data entry and alignment with sales follow-up expectations.
• Track and report leads generated, qualified opportunities, pipeline value, revenue influenced, and cost per lead.
• Deliver post-event performance summaries within 10 business days.

Brand Awareness & Market Positioning

• Ensure each event reinforces Barentz as a premier distributor and industry expert.
• Elevate booth presence to reflect premium positioning and technical authority.
• Measure brand impact through inbound inquiries, digital engagement, principal feedback, and leadership evaluation.

Budget Responsibility

• Develop and manage the annual trade show budget across all divisions.
• Monitor booth, travel, activation, and promotional expenditures.
• Maintain fiscal discipline while protecting brand quality and visibility.

Key Performance Indicators

• Pipeline generated from trade shows
• Cost per qualified lead
• Event-to-opportunity conversion rate
• Revenue influenced by participation
• Brand awareness growth within target verticals
• Principal and executive satisfaction
• Budget adherence

Qualifications

• 3+ years of B2B trade show or event leadership experience.
• Experience managing multi-division coordination.
• Strong project management and budget oversight skills.
• CRM proficiency (Dynamics preferred).
• Experience in ingredient distribution, chemical, pharmaceutical, or industrial markets preferred.

Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio, a non-profit organization, grows hope in our region by creating pathways to nutritious food. Second Harvest secures and distributes nearly 12 million pounds of food and grocery products annually and works in partnership with 127-member partner charities and 10+ school districts, including food pantries, hot meal programs, emergency shelters, mobile pantries, senior food delivery, food is medicine and after-school programs throughout Crawford, Erie, Huron and Lorain counties.

The Executive Assistant & Special Projects serves as a strategic partner to the President & CEO and the Board of Directors. This position plays a vital role providing high level administrative, communications and organizational support to the organization. As Board Liaison, the role organizes all Board and Committee activities, including scheduling, preparing meeting materials, maintaining Boardable records, and accurately recording minutes. 

Job Responsibilities:

Administrative Support

• Provide high-level administrative support to the President & CEO.
• Manage calendars; schedule in-person and virtual meetings; ensure preparation of meeting materials; arrange travel; monitor incoming calls and take accurate messages.
• Prepare ad‑hoc reports and develop executive-level presentations using Microsoft Office applications.
• Draft and manage professional written communications, including emails and letters.
• Coordinate with the leadership team and External Affairs to ensure the President & CEO’s participation—or appropriate organizational representation—at events and speaking engagements.
• Assist in scheduling meetings for the leadership team and community stakeholders as needed.
• Complete special projects as assigned. 

Internal Communications 

• Produce a bi‑weekly internal e‑newsletter for the President & CEO, gathering information from all departments (events, updates, birthdays/anniversaries, etc.).
• Coordinate team events (monthly lunches, summer gatherings, and others as assigned).
• Facilitate internal communication by distributing information, scheduling presentations, sending reminders, and posting or delivering materials as needed.
• Schedule monthly All‑Team meetings and prepare agendas in advance.
• Support scheduling and preparation for leadership meetings, including securing locations and assembling materials.
• Maintain staff hire dates and anniversaries; organize birthday and anniversary acknowledgments; coordinate the monthly “shout‑out” drawing.
• Support the annual employee engagement survey in partnership with the Director of Business Services.

Board Liaison

• Organize and coordinate schedules, agendas, and materials for the President & CEO, Board, and Board Committee meetings. 
• Prepare Board meeting and Committee materials; record and transcribe meeting minutes. 
• Schedule new Board member orientations and maintain up‑to‑date orientation materials.
• Maintain Board member profile and meeting schedules in Boardable; ensuring timely posting of all documents.
• Support Committee chairs and staff by scheduling Committee meetings and uploading agendas and documents into Boardable.
• Assist with Board‑related events, including retreats, training sessions, service days, and other activities.

Reporting & Meeting Requirements

• Complete and distribute Board and Committee meeting minutes promptly for review. 
• Prepare the Board packet in Boardable at least five (5) business days before meetings, including dashboards, minutes, department reports, financials, and other required documents. 
• Attend all Board and Committee meetings (in‑person and via Zoom). 
• Attend All‑Team meetings and weekly update meetings. 
• Meet weekly with the President & CEO to align priorities and review upcoming work. 

General 

• Uphold the values and mission of Second Harvest at all times.
• Display courtesy and respect at all times to Second Harvest employees, volunteers, donors, member agencies and the general public.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to Second Harvest.
• Answer general phone calls and refer to correct person/department as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Excellent organizational, written, verbal, and telephone communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Slack, SharePoint, and Zoom preferred.
• Ability and willingness to attend occasional evening or weekend meetings/events.

Education / Training:

• Associate’s Degree and/or two years equivalent experience in a related field.
• Prior experience in a nonprofit organization with the Board is preferred. 
• Certified in CPR/AED & First Aid every two years (training provided).
• Food Safety & Civil Rights Training for Food Service (training provided)

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• General office environment.

This is a full time, benefits eligible position, Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm; Exempt Status

Salary Range = $45,000 - $52,000 commensurate with experience.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides direct and indirect nursing care to patients in the Ambulatory setting in accordance with University Health policies and standards. Supports and promotes University Health values to ensure patient/guest relations. Performs the nursing process in a safe therapeutic manner in a designated clinic setting. Maintains, facilitates and promotes department policies and standards.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited school of vocational nursing is required. Starting pay varies based on experience; entry up to 2 years, 2-3 years and 4 years or more experience in health care delivery as an LVN. PALS and ACLS certification may be required based on site location.

LICENSURE

Must possess a current license to practice Vocational Nursing in the State of Texas. Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides direct and indirect nursing care to patients in the Ambulatory setting in accordance with University Health policies and standards. Supports and promotes University Health values to ensure patient/guest relations. Performs the nursing process in a safe therapeutic manner in a designated clinic setting. Maintains, facilitates and promotes department policies and standards.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited school of vocational nursing is required. Starting pay varies based on experience; entry up to 2 years, 2-3 years and 4 years or more experience in health care delivery as an LVN. PALS and ACLS certification may be required based on site location.

LICENSURE

Must possess a current license to practice Vocational Nursing in the State of Texas. Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card.