Sales Executive

Who are we?Rooted in humility, hard work, and some fun and a little weirdness, World Class Displays is a capabilities rich manufacturer with a no-shame obsession with the world of indoor exhibits and displays. Our parent company is TentCraft LLC, out of Traverse City, MI and they focus on outdoor events, a match made in events heaven! We live, work and play in the heart of the Midwest, but you'll find our work nationwide, we operate together from a single facility. Everything we design, engineer, build, print and sew happens under one roof and is proudly American made. Long story short, we're one big talented team of LEAN thinkers dedicated to Make it Better from sea to shining sea for our clients and our World Class staff. We've always got continuous improvement on our minds and creative solutions are our jam, so if we need to get a little scrappy to make magic actually happen, we're down for that.Cool, right? Sound like you? Let's talk!What we are looking for:Remote OR Hybrid, your choice! We are seeking an experienced Sales Executive, youll be the driving force behind our growth. This isnt just another sales job"”this is your opportunity to connect with top-tier clients, showcase innovative solutions, and be a key player in an industry that thrives on creativity and connections. Youll be managing relationships with some of the most exciting brands and businesses, helping them create impactful presences at tradeshows and events. Your role will involve a mix of hunting for new opportunities and nurturing existing accounts, but it doesn't stop there! The skys the limit as it relates to compensation, nice healthy base salary with a generous commission plan. Sales is NOT easy, when you make hay, the company is thriving, you should be rewarded for that!Responsibilities:Drive Sales: Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the tradeshow and events industry, with a focus on clients who exhibit multiple times per year.Client Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, understanding their needs and delivering tailored solutions that exceed expectations.Market Expertise: Leverage your industry experience to stay ahead of trends and competitors, positioning our offerings as the best in the market.Creative Collaboration: Work closely with our design and production teams to develop innovative tradeshow solutions that wow our clients.Exceed Targets: Smash your sales goals and enjoy the rewards of your hard work with a competitive commission structure and growth opportunities.Assist on projects and ad hoc assignments as needed.Qualifications:Industry Experience: A must-have! You know the tradeshow world inside and out, with at least 3 years of experience in sales within the industry.Sales Savvy: Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets, with a hunter mentality.Relationship Builder: Excellent interpersonal skills with a knack for building lasting client relationships.Passion for Events: You love the buzz of the trade show floor and have a genuine interest in helping clients make their mark.Live in a key market for events OR in the Cedar Rapids, IA area.Ability to work effectively in a lean, dynamic accounting environment.What well give you:All of the training and ongoing support you could ever ask forA flexible work schedule. Work/life balance is important to us, and we encourage you to be active outside the office!A market competitive compensation package including health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance plans3 weeks of paid time off in your first year plus 7 paid Holidays!Matching Retirement FundA work culture to be proud of, we respect one another, accomplish a TON, and have fun doing it!How to apply: email resume with a nice note introducing yourself to Rob Hanel rhanel@Bottom line:We offer a tremendous work environment, great leadership and all the help you could ever ask for. We aren't interested in job-hoppers or anybody looking to dip their toes in the water. We want people ready to jump in the deep end and help us continue to gain market share from our competitors, introduce new products and become an even better turn-key vendor for our clients than we currently are. Our goal is for this to be the best job you've ever had.

Created: 2025-02-23