Event Manager

We are looking for an Event Manager to drive attendee growth and manage hosted buyer engagement for the WTE Miami event. This role focuses on identifying, onboarding, and managing high-quality attendees and hosted buyers (travel advisors, tour operators and B2B travel buyers), ensuring strong participation and meaningful business interactions at the event. Key Responsibilities: Lead attendee acquisition and hosted buyer recruitment for the event Identify and engage relevant buyers, travel professionals, and industry stakeholders Conduct outreach via calls, emails, and networking to onboard qualified attendees Manage the end-to-end hosted buyer journey (onboarding, communication, scheduling, and engagement) Build and maintain relationships with travel agencies, tour operators, and industry partners Coordinate with internal teams to align attendee targets and event objectives Track and manage attendee data, pipelines, and conversion metrics Ensure a high-quality attendee and exhibitor matchmaking experience Provide regular updates, insights, and reports on attendee growth and engagement Qualifications & Experience Bachelors degree in Business, Hospitality, Travel & Tourism, or related field 48 years of experience in client engagement, sales, or operations Experience in travel agencies, tour operators, hospitality, or events is highly preferred Proven experience in outreach, relationship management, or customer onboarding Familiarity with international markets or B2B environments is a plus