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About the Role

FAN EXPO HQ is seeking a passionate individual to lead and shape assigned shows, driving innovation, strategic planning, and operational excellence to deliver world-class events and the ultimate fan experience.

Responsibilities

• Position and elevate assigned shows to maintain their place as flagship events in their regions.
• Pitch new show features, partnerships, and activations that drive excitement and ticket sales.
• Create and execute strategic plans to exceed revenue targets.
• Analyze event performance and collaborate with departments to develop action-oriented proposals for enhancing future shows.
• Spearhead the development of high-impact marketing campaigns and exclusive content to drive ticket sales and fan engagement.
• Manage all aspects of event readiness with dedicated, shared, and seasonal service teams.
• Drive event timelines and coordinate shared services to keep projects on track.
• Maintain strong relationships with venues, hotels, sponsors, and exhibitors.
• Research and secure top-notch suppliers while optimizing costs and maintaining high-quality service.
• Take full ownership of event budgets, delivering impactful shows within approved financial scopes.
• Travel as needed to lead onsite event management, ensuring a seamless experience for fans and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Extensive experience managing large P&L budgets, driving revenue growth, and developing business strategies for dynamic, high-impact events.
• Demonstrated expertise in long-term planning, innovation, and executing complex projects to successful outcomes.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple high-stakes projects, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
• Creative, commercial mindset with a drive for pitching new ideas and implementing changes that elevate the fan experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a knack for building lasting relationships with colleagues, clients, and suppliers.
• Ability to work remotely during planning and to work evenings/weekends during event dates.
• Flexibility to travel 4-5 times annually within Canada and the US; valid passport required.

Skills

• Event Management
• Business Management
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning
• Innovation
• Marketing Campaigns
• Budget Management
• Stakeholder Relations
• Vendor Management

Location

• Toronto
• Remote
• Onsite

Work Type

• Hybrid
• Full-time

Experience Level

• 5+ years of event management experience

Education Level

• College or university degree in Event Management, Business Management, or Project Management

Salary/Compensations

• $140,000 - $175,000

Benefits

• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks
• Broader impact: up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available
• Career opportunity: bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning
• Comprehensive time off package: 10 vacation days, 8 paid emergency days, 1 paid day to celebrate your birthday and up to 4 paid volunteering days
• Work from almost anywhere for up to 4 weeks per calendar year
• Competitive benefits, including Share Match program
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, free access to a wellness app
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programs
• Chance to collaborate with teams around the world

About the Company

• Part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100.
• Purpose is to connect customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more.
• Run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programmes.
• FAN EXPO HQ is the largest pop-culture event producer in the world.
• Mission is to deliver the ultimate fan experience through a growing portfolio of events.
• FAN EXPO HQ is a division of Informa, the world’s leading events company.

Equal Opportunity

• We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen.
• If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.
• If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and, or in the advertised position, please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence.
• At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed.
• As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer.
• We base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law.