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Tradeshow Event Marketing Manager

San Francisco, CA

ABOUT RETOOL

Nearly every company in the world runs on custom software: Gartner estimates that up to 50% of all code is written for internal use. This is the operational software for refunding orders, underwriting loans, onboarding employees, analyzing transactions, and providing customer support. But most companies don’t have adequate resources to properly invest in these tools, leading to a lot of old and clunky internal software or, even worse, users still stuck in manual and spreadsheet flows. 

At Retool, we’re on a mission to bring good software to everyone. We’re building a new type of development platform that combines the benefits of traditional software development with a drag-and-drop UI editor and AI, making it dramatically faster to build internal tools. We believe that the future of software development lies in abstracting away the tedious and repetitive tasks developers waste time on, while creating reusable components that act as a force multiplier for future developers and projects. The result is not just productivity, but good software by default. And that’s a mission worth striving for. 

Today, our customers span from small startups building their first operational tools to Fortune 500 companies building mission-critical apps for thousands of users across their business. Interested in joining us? Let us know! 

WHY WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU

Retool is the fast way to build internal tools. Thousands of companies—like Brex, DoorDash, and Pinterest—use Retool to build custom apps that help them manage drivers, approve loans, and run any process that gets business done. We’ve grown exponentially each year since being founded, but need help reaching millions more developers. That’s where you come in.

Are you looking for a company where you can work with an amazing team to create really cool and engaging event activations at tradeshows like hosting your customers at a Supercar Driving Experience? We’re looking for someone that does more than just checks a box and executes against a task list. You’ll have extensive experience not only managing and executing tradeshows but you’ll also know all the different dependencies, impacts, deadlines, event email campaigns, enabling the audience acquisition teams, creating memorable experiences, and knowing if and when to pivot when things aren’t heading in the right direction. You are able to handle pressure and the demands that may come in when you are managing multiple tradeshows. You have seen it all and can adapt to changes when needed while rallying the team. We’re a fast-paced startup with plenty of room to experiment and create immediate impact from your work. You’ll get to wear different hats and work across many teams at Retool.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

In this pivotal hands-on role, you'll be at the forefront of leading and executing major quarterly events across North America. As a Tradeshow Event Marketing Manager, your primary responsibility is to develop and manage tradeshow marketing events that drive both new business pipeline and customer expansion. You will be partnering with sales and other cross functional teams to create marketing programs that will drive growth. On a day-to-day basis, you will:

  • Develop and Implement a North America tradeshow and event strategy aligned with Retool’s Strategic Events goals. This includes ongoing identification, evaluation, and selection of relevant industry events based on a consistent criteria that focuses on where our target personas gather.
  • Collaborate with your events & field marketing peers, sales, and product teams to define event objectives, messaging, deliverables, speaking slots, and participation.
  • End to end planning: Strategy, pre-planning, during, and post-event. This also includes campaign integration with broader team initiatives, driving alignment and gaining buy-in from sales to maximize impact.
  • Manage all aspects of each event: Sponsorship recommendation based on understanding what our target goals are, contract negotiation, booth location selection, booth design, materials, shipping, swag, email outreach, vendor relationships, staff scheduling and training, and own other engaging ancillary events we sponsor or host during these tradeshows.
  • On-site leadership: Oversee all aspects of event setup, logistics, and on-site execution, acting as the primary point of contact to ensure flawless operations and a positive attendee experience.
  • Post-event reporting: Lead post-event analysis by capturing key performance metrics, attendee feedback, and actionable insights, identifying opportunities for improvement and future success.

This position reports to the Global Field Marketing Lead. 25% travel in North America is expected.

THE SKILLSET YOU'LL BRING:

  • 5+ years of tradeshow event marketing experience with a B2B or developer tools startup
  • 5+ years experience planning and executing hosted and sponsored events
  • 7+ years experience managing direct mailer/gifting campaigns
  • The fast pace of start-up life requires adaptability, and team members may occasionally work outside standard hours to support key deadlines. Team members are encouraged to communicate openly about their schedules to support both personal and team productivity.

For candidates based in San Francisco, the pay range(s) for this role is listed below and represents base salary range for non-commissionable roles or on-target earnings (OTE) for commissionable roles. This salary range may be inclusive of several career levels at Retool and will be narrowed during the interview process based on a number of factors such as (but not limited to), scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s experience and qualifications, and location. 

Additional compensation in the form(s) of equity, and/or commission/bonuses are dependent on the position offered. Retool provides a comprehensive benefit plan, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

San Francisco

$135,200 - $167,100 USD

Retool offers generous benefits to all employees and hybrid work location. For more information, please visit the benefits and perks section of our careers page!

Retool is currently set up to employ all roles in the US and specific roles in the UK. To find roles that can be employed in the UK, please refer to our careers page and review the indicated locations.

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