Liz Register
Sanford,United States
Summary
Experienced and results-driven Tradeshow Manager with a strong background in planning, executing and optimizing trade show events. Demonstrates a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and create engaging experiences that align with brand objectives. Skilled in vendor management, booth design, logistics, and post-event analysis to drive lead generation and brand impact.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Events Manager
Pentair
09.2022 - Current
- Lead planning and execution of over 20 trade shows annually, enhancing brand presence through innovative booth designs, impactful lighting displays, and engaging presentations.
- Collaborate with product managers and designers to develop booth concepts that resonate emotionally with attendees, leading to an increase in booth engagement and positive feedback from target audience.
- Manage diverse budgets, optimizing resources to reduce expenses while maintaining high-quality event delivery.
- Oversee logistics, including shipping, setup, and tear-down, to ensure seamless booth operations; reduced setup time by streamlining processes.
- Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, securing favorable contracts that reduce costs and enhance booth functionality.
- Conduct post-show analysis to evaluate KPIs, attendee engagement, and ROI, presenting actionable insights that inform future show strategies.
- Supported the planning and coordination of all pool trade shows and events annually, including pre-show marketing, booth setup, and on-site event management.
- Partnered with cross-functional teams to align booth themes with marketing and sales goals, resulting in an increase in lead generation.
- Managed hotel bookings, travel arrangements, and scheduling for staff attendees, optimizing cost and convenience.
- Developed relationships with key stakeholders to ensure consistent branding across all event touchpoints.
- Assisted in developing post-show reports to assess engagement metrics, ROI, and areas for improvement.
Recruiter
Applied Industrial Technologies
01.2017 - 08.2022
- Lead the planning and execution of multiple career fairs and recruiting events annually, resulting in an increase in candidate engagement and quality hires.
- Collaborate with HR and hiring managers to identify recruitment needs and design career fair strategies that align with organizational talent goals.
- Manage event logistics, including venue selection, booth setup, registration, and candidate flow, ensuring a professional and welcoming environment.
- Develop and execute marketing campaigns for each event, utilizing social media, email, and partnerships with universities to maximize event attendance.
- Serve as the company’s ambassador, engaging with prospective candidates to communicate company values, benefits, and opportunities.
Math & Science Teacher
Elementary School
08.2012 - 06.2017
- Designed and organized events tailored to audience needs, enhancing engagement and achieving educational goals.
- Adapted plans and handled unexpected challenges, ensuring event continuity and maintaining high standards under changing conditions.
- Led event planning for educational activities, ensuring alignment with goals, managing participant flow, and creating engaging experiences.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC05.2011
Skills
- Event Planning and Execution
- Budget Management
- Marketing and Promotion
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Salesforce
- SAP
- Constant Contact
- Concur
- Project Management
- Vendor and Supplier Management
- On-Site Event Management
- Communication and Negation
- Microsoft 365
- Trello
- Canva
- Workfront
Timeline
Events Manager
Pentair
09.2022 - Current
Recruiter
Applied Industrial Technologies
01.2017 - 08.2022
Math & Science Teacher
Elementary School
08.2012 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina Wilmington