Event Growth Advisor

Through our trusted brands, conferences, trade shows, digital platforms, and marketing services, we connect growers, crop consultants, agribusiness professionals, and industry leaders across the state. As we continue to expand our event portfolio and marketing solutions, we are seeking an ambitious Event Growth Adviser to help drive sponsorship revenue, exhibitor participation, strategic partnerships, and integrated marketing opportunities. Position OverviewThe Event Growth Adviser is responsible for growing revenue and industry engagement across JCS Marketing's conferences, trade shows, media brands, and digital platforms. Key ResponsibilitiesSponsorship & Event RevenueDevelop and sell sponsorship opportunities for conferences, trade shows, educational programs, and networking events.Sell exhibit space and exhibitor upgrades.Manage sponsor renewals and multi-event partnership agreements.Identify new sponsorship categories and revenue opportunities.Build long-term relationships with industry partners and stakeholders.Integrated Marketing SolutionsCreate customized marketing programs that combine:Event sponsorshipsExhibit opportunitiesPrint advertisingDigital advertisingEmail marketingSponsored contentPodcast sponsorshipsVideo campaignsSocial media promotionsWebsite sponsorshipsProgrammatic advertisingHelp clients maximize visibility and return on investment through multi-channel campaigns.Identify opportunities to cross-sell services across all JCS Marketing brands and platforms.Strategic PartnershipsDevelop relationships with agricultural organizations, universities, commodity groups, associations, and industry leaders.Support attendee growth initiatives and event participation strategies.Represent JCS Marketing at industry events, meetings, and networking functions.Account DevelopmentProspect and develop new business opportunities.Maintain strong relationships with existing clients and sponsors.Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful delivery of client programs.Track sales activities and opportunities within Salesforce CRM.QualificationsRequiredExperience in sales, business development, sponsorship sales, marketing, or account management.Strong communication and relationship-building skills.Self-motivated and results-oriented.Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems.PreferredExperience in agriculture, media, events, trade shows, or marketing.Knowledge of sponsorship and partnership sales.Experience working with agricultural businesses and industry organizations.Familiarity with Salesforce CRM.What Success Looks LikeSuccess in this role will be measured by: Sponsorship revenue growthExhibitor sales growthNew business developmentClient retention and renewalsCross-platform revenue generationStrategic partnership developmentOverall contribution to event growth and profitabilityCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive base salaryPerformance-based commission opportunitiesProfessional development opportunitiesIndustry networking and event participationOpportunity to help shape and grow one of California agriculture's leading media and event organizationsWhy Join JCS Marketing?This is an opportunity to play a key role in the growth of California agriculture's most connected media and event platform.