Event Specialist (Minneapolis)

The Event Specialist role is a pivotal position that merges event planning, décor rental, and destination management services to facilitate a diverse range of events. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the events industry, proficiency in corporate travel event management, sourcing skills, and prior sales experience. Position Schedule The position is a salaried role based on a minimum of 40 hours per week. Client Consultation and Sales Lead event consultations directly with clients to learn about their event needs and how Event Lab can provide DMC work / décor / rentals for their eventRespond to initial client inquiries in a prompt, professional manner to secure an opportunity to present a proposal / potential saleBuild comprehensive quotes of items requested and available for the client's eventGuide clients through the Event Lab process of reserving their items and confirming their order prior to the eventDesign mood boards with the client's vision and assist in securing the sale of the contract, as neededEvent budgeting, ensuring your events are hitting the targeted margins Event Coordination and Logistics Confirm the event order details including final item(s) counts, event times, available set and strike times, etc.Collect logistical details, including but not limited to, load in/out times, diagrams, venue and planner contactsbe a point of contact for clients after the sale has been madeDelegate tasks and projects to Project Manager(s) as needed based on project size and scope Relationship Building and Industry Networking Build relationships with constituents in the Twin Cities Events Industry that will ultimately garner revenue for Event LabUtilize relationships to build and maintain clients, establish accountsAttend networking events to maintain a consistent presence in the industry and allow for professional growth On-Site Event Operation and Support