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Event Coordinator – Midwest Region

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COMPANY OVERVIEW

The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) is the leading trade association for the U.S. and Canadian recreational boating industry (nmma.org), the primary advocate for the boating business community and boating consumer, and the leading producer of consumer boat shows in the United States.

Member-owned and driven, the NMMA team manages an annual budget of $50M. As part of this work, NMMA runs the industry’s consumer-facing Discover Boating initiative (DiscoverBoating.com), which has an annual campaign budget between $5-7M and attracts 4-5 million potential boat buyers to DiscoverBoating.com. Additionally, Discover Boating consumer boat shows attract 500K attendees to its 14 events each year, with an annual marketing and communications budget between $3-4M.

NMMA represents 85% of the U.S. and Canadian recreational marine manufacturing market including companies that make boats, marine engines, and accessories. NMMA members deliver an estimated $45 billion in new marine products each year to consumers around the world to enjoy the boating lifestyle. On behalf of its members, who sell products to countries around the globe, NMMA provides business intelligence and statistics; product standards and certification; regulatory and government affairs; and consumer and B2B promotion.

NMMA is a frequent and influential collaborator with the leading business trade organizations focused on advancing recreation in America including the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable, Recreational Boating, and Fishing Foundation, American Sportfishing Association, Center for Sportfish Policy, and many others.

NMMA MISSION

Our Why: Creating Transformational Experiences

Our Vision: Recreational boating is the #1 leisure activity in America.

Our Mission: To ensure the growth and success of the recreational boating industry.

Our Core Values: Respect/Serve Others/Be Curious/Collaborate/Focus on the Consumer

Our Promise to Members:

• Convene, unify, and expand the North American recreational boating market.
• Foster a favorable business environment for members.
• Cultivate a best-in-class boating experience for consumers.
• Encourage continuous improvement of recreational boating products.
• Champion industry information, learning, and knowledge.
• Ensure the health and success of NMMA and Discover Boating.

COMPANY SIZE AND LOCATION

NMMA has an office in Washington, D.C., and in Chicago, Illinois. Currently, the team is working remotely and some of us are hybrid. In addition to Washington, D.C., and Chicago, members of NMMA’s team are based in regions where it produces its consumer boat shows including Boston, Louisville, Miami, Minneapolis, and New York. NMMA offers a flexible work environment, including remote work. The association currently employs 69 people:

We've got an inspiring story to tell, and a growing brand focused on improving the lives of millions of people—all while getting them outdoors to enjoy the physical and emotional benefits of the boating lifestyle. You have the storytelling know-how to engage the recreational boating business community.

NMMA is one of the most financially sound trade associations in the global recreation industry. As a $45B industry sector, companies across recreational boating provide meaningful outdoor and leisure experiences for millions of Americans.

The recreational boating market is strong and growing. In 2023, the industry saw over 258,000 new boats sold. Looking ahead, as Americans continue seeking ways to spend quality time with family and friends, and experience a life well-lived on the water, we are estimating strong demand for recreational boating products in the years to come. The Discover Boating and NMMA brands play a leading role in building long-term demand and sustainability for the industry.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Do you want to work in recreational boating? Join this fun industry and help spread the word about boating and life on, in or under water. NMMA has a unique opportunity to be an Event Coordinator for the Chicago Boat Show, Minneapolis Boat Show and Northwest Sportshow. The candidate should have excellent communication and organizational skills and be an upbeat, helpful, and positive presence in the workplace. Work with the Show Manager and Sales Manager to ensure P&L goals are achieved. Provide on-site event set up and support for the show. Have an interest in exhibit sales and show operations, as you will be supporting these functions. There are opportunities to take on additional responsibilities in these areas. You should also be willing to work cross-functionally, be adaptable, and have excellent communication skills.

At NMMA, we connect consumers with the recreational boating industry through our Discover Boating campaign and our Boat Shows. We also serve our members and industry audience through Government Relations, Business Intelligence, and Certification divisions. This role will report to the Vice President Midwest Region.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide polite and professional assistance to customers and staff via phone, mail, e-mail, and face-to-face.

• Maintain and update Momentus (show management software/database) with all present and new data for exhibitors.

• Assist with contract distribution, collection, and invoicing as necessary.
• Responsible for overseeing exhibitor registration pre-show and on-site.
• Key contact for e-ticketing - manage, update, and consult with Show Manager. Resolving onsite issues with attendee eTickets.
• Website general maintenance - update page content, images, graphics, and forms as needed.
• Manage show office and onsite temporary staff hired including training, managing schedule, timesheets, and payroll.
• Prepare all rosters, necessary forms, and financial info for show site.
• Maintain and create databases for mailings, marketing, prospecting, and advertisement purposes.
• Responsible for weekly status report on projects completed and ongoing.
• Collaborate with other show administrators to improve processes related to show production and administration.
• Show site duties as assigned by show manager.

REQUIREMENTS/CREDENTIALS:

• Proven great administrative writing and phone skills
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint)
• Exceptional organization and time management skills
• Experience with analyzing information and problem solving
• Experience in data entry and ability to work with computer systems
• Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Interest in exhibit sales and show operations
• Must be detail oriented
• Enthusiastic, Positive and Self-motivated
• Able to work independently and in a team environment
• Outgoing, effervescent personality
• Tenacity and persistence
• Multi-tasker
• Medium travel

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS, etc.

• Market competitive compensation
• Office/Remote Hybrid environment

As a member of this team, you will receive a competitive salary, full benefits, 401k, summer hours, and more! If you are an outstanding person with a solid background, we want you to join our crew!

EOE

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations.

To apply, please send your resume and salary requirements to Ashley Kasula at akasula@nmma.org

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Remote job, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Summer work, New year, Outdoor, Gangs, Flexible hours,

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