Now Hiring - Storylink Creative - Senior Account Executive in Maple Grove, MN

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Overview We're looking for a highly motivated, strategic, and client-focused Account Executive to join our Client Services team in the fast-paced world of tradeshow marketing. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, is passionate about building client relationships, and is eager to grow in leadership and revenue-driving responsibilities. Job description Storylink is a brand engagement and creative agency located in the Twin Cities. We design and build custom brand engagement exhibits, digital assets and activations. As an Account Executive , you will act as a key liaison between clients and internal teams, ensuring flawless execution, strategic alignment, and measurable business results. This role reports to the Director of Client Services and will manage high- level client relationships (Pillar Accounts). This involves the development and understanding of tradeshow marketing efforts and requires the ability to drive project execution. This is a fulfilling role for those who want flexibility, creativity, and empowerment to build the future of our organization. The ideal candidate is someone who can provide strategic solutions that align with client objectives and goals through clear communication and demonstrated understanding of their business. Why Join Us? We're a team of creatives, strategists, and builders who believe great work starts with strong relationships and smart thinking. In this role, you'll be able to work with leading brands, craft meaningful experiences, and shape the future of tradeshow marketing. We support growth, reward hustle, and celebrate wins--big or small. Core Values Storylink is grounded in Our Core Values of Being: * Proactive * Committed to Excellence * Creative Problem Solvers * Dedicated to Partnerships Job Type: Full-time Onsite * Local to the Twin Cities metro area and can travel to/from work site in Maple Grove, MN daily. Approximately 20-40% travel. Duties & Responsibilities Client Relationship Management * Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for assigned client accounts, ensuring clear communication and trust at all times. * Translate client needs into actionable briefs and guide internal teams toward successful execution. * Develop deep understanding of client industries, goals, and key performance indicators to proactively offer insights and solutions. * Lead regular client meetings, status updates, and post-event debriefs. * Negotiate & Craft Master Service Agreements & Contracts in partnership with clients, Storylink Creative Senior Leadership and Legal. Project Oversight & Strategy * Coordinate with client stakeholders, at a strategic level, all aspects of tradeshow programs, including booth builds, experiential activations, asset development, and logistics. * Partner with creative, production, and logistics teams to ensure deliverables meet strategic objectives, timelines, and budgets. * Development of strategic presentations, pitches, and creative briefs. * Analyze post-event results and performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement and growth. Revenue Growth & Business Development * Identify and pursue upsell and cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts to drive incremental revenue. * Support new business efforts by contributing to RFPs, pitches, and prospecting strategies. * Maintain awareness of client budgets and ensure proper financial tracking and reporting. * Collaborate with leadership on forecasting and goal setting for account growth. * Maintain and update CRM Database Leadership, Mentorship & Accountability * Mentor junior team members (e.g., Account Coordinators and Account Managers), supporting their professional development and knowledge of best practices. * Take initiative in solving problems and guiding team collaboration. * Demonstrate strong accountability for assigned client programs, timelines, budgets, and results. * Represent the agency with professionalism, strategic thinking, and a commitment to excellence. * Conduct financial project reconciliations and recommend/assist in the optimization of internal processes to ensure targets are met What Success Looks Like: * Strong client satisfaction and retention * Measurable growth in revenue across managed accounts * Demonstrated leadership in team dynamics and cross-functional collaboration * Contribution to new business wins and account expansions * Consistently proactive, committed to excellence, and detail-oriented work ethic Requirements Education & Experience * Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field. * 7+ years of client-facing experience in experiential, event, trade show, or marketing agency environments. * Proven experience managing large-scale marketing programs from planning through execution. * Familiarity with B2B marketing and trade show industry standards and practices is highly desirable. * Experience and comprehensive understanding of Sales best practices such as sales pipeline stages, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), marketing automation and opportunity ROI. Core Skills * Strong leadership, relationship management, and communication skills. * Strategic thinker with a collaborative and solutions-oriented mindset. * Excellent organizational and time management skills. * High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. * Financial acumen and experience managing project budgets and timelines. * Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, project management tools (e.g., Asana, [please apply online] Smartsheet), and CRM systems. General Requirements: Ability to complete tasks with or without reasonable accommodations Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities Comfortable with frequent travel Exhibit Partners LLC, {DBA Storylink and Storylink Creative} is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture. We do not discriminate against candidates because of disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $80,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * Weekends as needed Application Question(s): * How many years of experience do you have in the tradeshow or agency industry? Ability to Commute: * Maple Grove, MN 55369 (Required) Work Location: In person