Event Marketing

About Tekion: Positively disrupting an industry that has not seen any innovation in over 50 years, Tekion has challenged the paradigm with the first and fastest cloud-native automotive platform that includes the revolutionary Automotive Retail Cloud (ARC) for retailers, Automotive Enterprise Cloud (AEC) for manufacturers and other large automotive enterprises and Automotive Partner Cloud (APC) for technology and industry partners. Tekion connects the entire spectrum of the automotive retail ecosystem through one seamless platform. The transformative platform uses cutting-edge technology, big data, machine learning, and AI to seamlessly bring together OEMs, retailers/dealers and consumers. With its highly configurable integration and greater customer engagement capabilities, Tekion is enabling the best automotive retail experiences ever. Tekion employs close to 3,000 people across North America, Asia and Europe. Job Introduction: The Event Marketing Specialist position supports the planning and execution of marketing events that elevate Tekion’s brand presence and drive customer and prospect engagement. The role coordinates logistics and execution for trade shows, conferences, and other large-scale events, ensuring a smooth attendee experience and strong alignment with marketing objectives. This role works closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to help deliver well-organized, on-brand events. Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assists in planning and executing marketing events, including trade shows, conferences, customer events, and other branded experiences

• Coordinates event logistics such as registration, attendee tracking, venue requirements, presentation support, event materials, and post-event follow-up

• Supports vendor coordination for services including exhibit setup, shipping, equipment, catering, and on-site event operations

• Helps manage event timelines, checklists, and project plans to ensure deliverables are completed on schedule

• Collaborates with cross-functional teams including Sales, Product Marketing, Design, and Operations to support event goals and execution

• Assists with the development and distribution of event-related communications and materials

• Provides on-site event support, including setup, issue resolution, and coordination with partners and vendors

• Tracks event performance metrics, attendee feedback, and post-event evaluations to support continuous improvement

• Researches and evaluates potential event locations, venues, and service providers as needed

Basic Qualifications:

• 1–3 years of experience in event marketing, event coordination, field marketing, or related roles

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Event Management, or a related field

• Experience supporting trade shows, conferences, or corporate events preferred

• Strong organizational and project coordination skills with attention to detail

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment

• Familiarity with event registration tools, project management tools, and Microsoft Office or similar business applications

• Willingness to travel and provide on-site event support as needed

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and generous stock options

• 100% employer-paid top-of-the-line medical, dental and vision coverage

• Great benefits including unlimited PTO, parental leave and free snacks and beverages

• The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds from Silicon Valley’s most dominant and successful companies

• Be part of an early stage, hyper-growth start-up with the opportunity to grow and prosper

• Work on the latest and coolest technologies – everything is home-grown and built ground-up

• A dynamic work environment with a strong sense of community and collaboration

• The open and transparent culture that encourages innovation, rewards performance and discourages hierarchy

• Exciting opportunities for career growth and development

Current Tekion Employees: Please apply via the Internal Job Board in Ashby Note: Tekion recently transitioned to a new recruiting tool and we appreciate your patience and feedback as we adjust to our new system!

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