Event Manager at Palmstreet

About Palmstreet:

Palmstreet is the #1 live shopping app for rare plants, handmade crafts, & unique goods. Founded in 2020 by Instagram and Apple veterans, Palmstreet began as a plant identification app and quickly evolved into a trailblazer in live shopping. Fueled by a passionate, plant-loving community, we rapidly expanded into new categories to better serve our fast-growing audience.

Our vision is to become the “World’s Online Main Street,” bringing the charm of in-person shopping to engaging, social online experiences. Backed by top Silicon Valley VCs (a16z, Craft Ventures, Headline) and powered by a nimble, empathetic team, we’ve grown our GMV by 500x in the last 18 months.

As we continue shaping the future of social commerce, we’re looking for talented individuals who are excited to grow with us and join our mission.

The Opportunity:

Palmstreet is hiring an Event Manager, Trade Shows to elevate our presence across industry events and grow our brand visibility. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, embodies hospitality, and can own trade show activations from end to end—from booth builds to cocktail receptions.

We’re looking for a detail-obsessed, extroverted, and level-headed professional who understands the nuances of trade show operations and lives for creating exceptional brand experiences. You’ll work cross-functionally with our Marketing and GTM teams and report to a member of our leadership. The goal is to help GTM teams to recruit new sellers and influencers from trade shows, and to strengthen relationships with existing sellers.

This Event Manager, Trade Shows role is a full-time opportunity and will report directly to a Co-Founder. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to take on the responsibility of owning Palmstreet’s event strategy and execution.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of Palmstreet’s trade show activations, including booth setup, vendor coordination, on-site logistics, and teardown

• Collaborate with Marketing and Business Development to develop creative trade show strategies aligned with Palmstreet’s brand and growth goals

• Organize and manage high-touch event experiences, like cocktail parties and community meetups, during trade show weekends

• Manage budgets, timelines, and vendors with precision—ensure every detail is accounted for, from electricity rentals to food logistics

• Represent Palmstreet professionally and enthusiastically at events, embodying our brand voice and values

• Communicate proactively with internal stakeholders, providing timely updates and seeking approvals for major decisions

• Troubleshoot onsite challenges with grace and creativity, ensuring seamless experiences for staff and attendees

• Oversee all hospitality aspects—from guest experience to food/beverage logistics to post-event cleanup

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience managing events, ideally with an in-house, hospitality and/or agency experiential marketing and interactive event production focus

• Proven track record of independently planning and managing complex events with tight turnarounds and high pressure

• Experience managing trade show logistics: booth design, shipping, AV/electricity rentals, vendor permits, staffing coordination, etc.

• Background in hospitality or experience marketing service-driven industry strongly preferred

• Excellent verbal and remote communication skills; proactive communicator and team collaborator

• Creative problem solver with the ability to adapt quickly and calmly in unpredictable situations

• Deep understanding of brand representation, event marketing strategy, and audience engagement

Your Location:

• Remote - Los Angeles or San Francisco Bay Area preferred due to trade show geographies

• Travel: 3-5 days per month, including weekends, to help organize and manage our trade show efforts

Compensation:

Salary Range: $75,000 - $95,000

In addition to base salary, the compensation for this role includes:

• Equity Incentive Plan

• Generous health insurance contribution (for you & dependents)

• Dental & vision insurance

• Life insurance

• 12 paid holidays + Paid Time Off (PTO) + Paid Sick Days

• 401(k) plan with company matching

• Remote Work Expense reimbursement

• Work From Home Setup and Learning & Development stipend

• Palmstreet credit

Why Join Us?

• Shape the future of live shopping: Be part of a dynamic team revolutionizing the online shopping experience, combining creativity and technology to create immersive, interactive platforms for sellers and buyers alike.

• Collaborate with industry pioneers: Work alongside a nimble, innovative team, backed by some of the most prestigious VCs in Silicon Valley, with opportunities to influence the product direction.

• Solving complex challenges: You'll take on complex problems that others haven't yet been able to solve, driving innovation and pushing boundaries in your work.

• Thrive in a flat, startup environment: Take full ownership of your projects while working alongside a supportive team that values collaboration and mutual respect.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Palmstreet is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from everyone—especially those whose identities are traditionally underrepresented in tech. We do not discriminate on race, religion, color, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, political belief, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Process

We’re excited to review your application! If your experience aligns with what we’re looking for, our hiring team will reach out to schedule an initial screening call and walk you through the next steps of our interview process.

While we try our best to respond to everyone, the high volume of applications may mean we’re unable to provide individual updates if we decide not to move forward.

To stay connected and explore future opportunities, follow us on LinkedIn or visit us at https://palmstreet.app/careers.