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Preference is to work in the East Coast Time Zone.\nWho are we?\nForge, the new corporate brand uniting Emerald and Questex LLC, debuted as a leading global B2B events and media company serving customers through live events, digital media, data and year-round communities. Please take a look at the Forge website to learn about this new venture: www.forgelive.com.\nAt Questex, you can make an impact by helping suppliers and buyers connect more efficiently and effectively. Questex is a leading global events, media, and business information company, yet we are still a place where your voice is heard, and your ideas are appreciated. 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Manage all utility and facility orders, including electric, internet, plumbing, rigging, and overall decorator services.\nVendor Management & Fulfillment: Oversee non-sponsored fulfillment for activations, Show Management areas, and evening events in close coordination with the Sponsor Fulfillment Manager. 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You also embrace creating and nurturing a culture of diversity, inclusion, and belonging.\nExceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.\nAdditional Notes:\nThis is a high-intensity, non-traditional role where flexibility and commitment are key. Candidates seeking strictly 9-to-5 schedules may not find this role suitable. Evening and holiday work may occasionally be required due to event schedules.\nWhy Apply?\nWhy we are here: Helping people live longer and live better by focusing on the Experience Economy.\nWhat we do: We connect buyers and sellers.\nHow we do it: Easy to work with. We deliver superior results and provide world-class experiences.\nOur DNA: Collaboration, Honesty & Transparency, Curiosity, Growth, Fun, Purpose Driven.\nOur Culture:\nAt Questex, we listen to each other and to our customers. We have fun in a fast-paced, vibrant, and supportive environment. We’re big on ideas--not rigid processes, rules, or org charts. We understand life can be unpredictable, so we’re flexible and adaptable to change.\nYour Initiative:\nAt Questex, you’ll join a fast-growing company of bright, ambitious, and easygoing people from diverse professions, experiences, and backgrounds. We keep it real. Like to take the lead? Go for it! We encourage innovative thinking and action. Whether you like to create, manage, or sell, you can make your mark here.\nOur Rewards / What We Offer:\nQuestex celebrates the contributions of every member of our team by providing a dynamic and caring work environment, competitive benefits package designed to ensure our employees’ physical and mental health are top priority.\nThe expected salary for this position ranges from $70,000 to $80,000. Salary offers are based on a broad scope of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. 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