THE POSITION

The Manager, Exhibitor & Sponsor Communications is responsible for the creation, production, and distribution of all non-retailer messaging and materials around RILA Conferences as well as RILA Committee Partnerships, Digital Opportunities, and other non-conference related sponsorships.

ABOUT RILA

The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) is the U.S. trade association for leading retailers. We convene decision-makers, advocate for the industry, and promote operational excellence and innovation. Our aim is bold but simple: to elevate a dynamic industry by transforming the environment in which retailers operate.

RILA is a dynamic, collaborative, team-oriented organization with a fast-paced environment. RILA’s Core Values:

• Integrity – Operate with the highest integrity and respect for each other and the brands we represent
• Service – Delight members with service beyond their expectations
• Change – Learn from experiences, adapt and constantly improve
• Team – Collaborate with one another to achieve more and celebrate wins together

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create sales materials as needed including but not limited to: event prospectus, sales sheets for impromptu sponsorship opportunities, and other business development kits.
• Oversee outbound prospecting sales communications to prospective exhibitors, sponsors, or strategic partners including creation, production, and distribution
• Oversee outbound communications to all contracted exhibitors, sponsors, or strategic partners including creation, production, and distribution through MapYourShow, Informz, and Outlook
• Manage distribution of twice weekly service provider newsletter email communication
• Manage exhibitor, sponsor, and strategic partner brand exposure on all materials including but not limited to: sales pieces, websites, event signage, and event mobile applications
• Management of all business development facing website properties on RILA.org websites
• Assist with sponsorship renewals and all exhibitor and sponsor relations while onsite at RILA Conferences
• Perform other duties/special projects as assigned