About Palmstreet:Founded by Instagram OGs and Apple veterans, backed by top Silicon Valley VCs, Palmstreet.app is the #1 live-shopping platform for exotic and unique products (rare plants, crystals, potteries). Our GMV has grown 300X in the last 12 months, and we are rapidly expanding into more categories. Our vision is to become the online main street of the world, where fun in-person experiences and unique products are accessible anytime, anywhere.As a diverse team of 35+ people across the US, Canada, and China, we offer a dynamic, fully remote work environment. Learn more about us at Palmstreet.The Opportunity:We are looking for enthusiastic, outgoing part-time Trade Show Representatives in the Bay Area, Los Angeles, and Chicago. You will attend events focused on crafts, pottery, and other handmade goods. Your primary responsibilities include engaging with vendors, introducing them to Palmstreet, encouraging them to join our community of sellers, and following up via email to invite them to join the platform. Please note, this role requires walking and standing for extended periods.Key Responsibilities:
- Attend trade shows and engage vendors, educating them on the benefits of joining Palmstreet's live streaming platform.
- Collect vendor contact information, ensure it is accurately entered into our CRM system.
- Send personalized follow-up emails to each engaged vendor, inviting them to join the platform and providing any necessary next steps or resources.
- Foster relationships with potential vendors and collaborate with the Palmstreet team to report on trade show experiences, vendor feedback, and potential opportunities.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Palmstreet's platform features, benefits, and recent developments to effectively communicate with vendors.
- Be available for business travel within your region, which may include weekends and holidays.
Qualifications:Important: This role requires extensive off-site travel based on market schedules in your area. Trade shows typically span two days. Please ensure you can meet these travel obligations before applying.
- Reside in one of the specified regions (Bay Area, Los Angeles, Chicago).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable engaging with new people.
- Experience in sales, customer service, or event representation is a plus.
- Familiarity with CRM tools and lead entry.
- Self-motivated, able to work independently, and manage time efficiently.
- Passion for crafts, plants, or handmade goods, and an interest in the trade show community.
- Willingness to travel to trade shows and fairs within your region.
- Familiarity with live streaming platforms or e-commerce is a bonus, but not required.
- Availability on weekends and holidays to attend trade shows.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
Expected Work Hours and Compensation:
- Job Type: Part-time
- Pay: $150 per trade show day (including pre/post day activities)
- Expected Hours: Monthly hours vary, depending on demand.
- Work Location: In-person at assigned trade shows.
- Commute: Must have reliable transportation to trade show locations.
Why Join Us?
- Play a key role in the growth of a platform redefining the craft and plant shopping experience.
- Enjoy a flexible, part-time role with opportunities to travel and connect with the vibrant plant and handmade community.
- Be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team supported by leading VCs.
- Opportunity to grow with Palmstreet as we expand our presence in the craft and plant market.
Application Process:We're excited to review your application and potentially welcome you to our innovative team!