EventExecutive(Regional&Workshops)(HomeImprovementClient)

THE JOB / Event Executive (Regional offering creative solutions Strong interpersonal skills, in order to work effectively with clients, internal team leaders/members and partner vendors/agencies Capacity to become knowledgeable on our client’s industry, brand and product offerings Strong ability to work as part of a team, demonstrate initiative and solve problems effectively and independently Ability to learn to supervise, manage and lead more junior limited-term employees Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software (specifically PowerPoint, Excel and Word) Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for up to or more than eight hours at a time Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: Moderate (20-45%) This position pays $40,000, is overtime-eligible and comes with a comprehensive benefits package. Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.