Assistant Director, Convention Sponsorships & Exhibits

The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the national nonprofit association established in 1863 representing 108,000+ veterinarians working in private & corporate practice, government, industry, academia, & uniformed services, is seeking an Assistant Director, Convention Sponsorships & Exhibits to join our Convention & Meeting Planning team, located at our Headquarters office in Schaumburg, Illinois - a northwest suburb of Chicago. AVMAs mission is to lead the profession by advocating for its members & advancing the science & practice of veterinary medicine to improve animal & human health. Reporting to the Division Director of Convention & Meeting Planning with 1 direct report, the Assistant Director, Convention Sponsorships & Exhibits is responsible for managing AVMAs Convention sponsorship program; as well as all aspects of the AVMA Exhibit Hall including all exhibit hall related AVMA Convention activities on-site, virtually &/or hybrid. They are also responsible for managing the exhibit sales & creating convention sponsorship packages; identifying, fostering, & developing leads & prospects; & providing account management to sponsors. They will work collaboratively with staff throughout the AVMA including Marketing & Communications staff & the Director of Partnerships to accomplish goals while interacting with staff & volunteer leadership as well as other stakeholders. Up to 15% travel.To be successful in this role you must be highly collaborative & passionate about AVMAs mission. Additional qualifications include:BS/BA Degree in business, marketing, sales, advertisement, or a related field or equivalent experience; CMP &/or CEM designation preferred.Minimum of 7 years of related experience in sponsorship, exhibit management & sales, in positions of progressive responsibility with supervisory experience, preferably in a nonprofit or association setting. Ability to develop strategic, proactive relationships with potential convention sponsors, exhibitors, & vendors.Strong leader with excellent relationship management skills.Extensive contract knowledge & strong contract negotiation skills.Strong work ethic with the ability to prioritize, complete multiple tasks & a high volume of work within timelines, & in an organized and detailed manner.Must be creative with strong, proactive project management skills.Excellent communication skills (interpersonal, written and verbal) & strong analytical and problem solving skills.Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with volunteer leadership, members, & all levels of AVMA staff with tact and diplomacy.Strong computer skills are required including Microsoft Office Products, & knowledge/experience with CRMs, as well as meeting & exhibit management tools. Familiarity with all continuing education & meeting service activities and responsibilities.Professional attitude and appearance.Deadline for application is 12/10/25. Submit cover letter, resume, & salary requirements to:

Created: 2025-11-15