About IndustryNow

IndustryNow is the B2B leader in boutique-style event organization in the US. Focused on the Fast Casual, QSR, and Hospitality spaces, IndustryNow curates events and creates communities where these industry decision-makers and thought leaders come together to learn, share best practices, and drive growth.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a driven and detail-oriented Summit Production Coordinator to join our dynamic Sales team at our Toronto office. This is a key role focused on identifying top-tier Thought Leaders across targeted industries and securing their participation at our high-impact summits.

This is a key role focused on identifying top-tier Thought Leaders across targeted industries and securing their participation at our high-impact summits. You'll play a vital role in speaker acquisition, conducting industry research to support new product development, and crafting compelling content that promotes learning, benchmarking, and networking among our event participants. Developing and executing an effective speaker acquisition strategy will be a central objective of this role - one that directly contributes to increasing event attendance and elevating the overall onsite experience for our audience.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and Engage Thought Leaders: Research and target industry experts to participate as speakers at upcoming events
• Lead Speaker Acquisition Efforts: Manage outreach, follow-up, and onboarding processes for speakers across all events, ensuring a consistent and high-quality experience
• Account Management: Build and nurture long-term relationships with speakers to encourage repeat participation and advocacy
• Conduct Market and Industry Research: Analyze trends, emerging topics, and key players within target industries to inform speaker selection and content direction
• Create Compelling Content: Assist in developing agendas, session descriptions, and speaker briefs that align with audience interests and learning objectives

Qualifications

• Post-secondary program in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field
• 1+ years in Sales, Event Production, or related field
• Self-Motivation: A self-motivated and results-driven approach is key to thriving in this role. You should be proactive in seeking out new opportunities and driven to achieve and exceed targets
• Communication: Ability to clearly and professionally exchange information with clients and event staff, both in writing and verbally
• Research and Analytics: Ability to conduct thorough research and stay informed about industry trends, challenges, and opportunities
• Organizational Skills: Effectively manage multiple tasks, pay attention to detail, and meet tight deadlines

Why Join IndustryNow?

• Supportive Environment: Gain hands-on experience in a supportive and collaborative environment where your growth and success are prioritized.
• Career Advancement: Opportunity to grow and advance within the company. We believe in promoting from within and developing our talent.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive compensation package that includes salary, the highest commissions in the industry, and bonuses to reward your hard work and dedication.
• Innovative Culture: Be part of a company that values innovation, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of growth. Join a team that celebrates determination, hard work, and a winning mentality.
• Dynamic Team: Work with a dynamic and high-performing team that embodies a warrior spirit. We are committed to achieving our goals and supporting each other along the way.

Vacation & PTO

• 10 Vacation days
• 4 Health and Wellness days
• 3 Personal days
• Paid Christmas Break
• Health Benefits

◦ EHC

◦ Vision

◦ Dental

• Monthly Celebrations
• Discounted fitness membership

Office Hours

We're all about collaboration! That's why we've created a fully in-person office environment, equipped with meeting rooms, snacks, and located in the heart of Liberty Village. Regular business hours are:

• Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
• Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

IndustryNow is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to building a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone is valued and supported. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our team and drive innovation.