W3Global Inc.
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
3 days ago
Las Vegas
Job Description Title: Chief Operating Officer (COO) Location: Las Vegas, NV (On-site) Job Type: Full-time Reports To: Founders & CEO Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our executive leadership team in Las Vegas, NV (On-site). Reporting directly to the Founders & CEO, the COO will serve as second-in-command, overseeing all day-to-day operations and driving strategic growth across the company. As a full-service exhibition company, we specialize in designing and delivering custom trade show exhibits, branded environments, and experiential displays. The COO will provide oversight across design, production, warehouse, project management, logistics, sales, and client services, ensuring operational excellence, financial performance, and scalability as we enter our next phase of growth. This pivotal role is ideal for a seasoned executive with 10+ years of leadership experience in trade shows, events, experiential marketing, fabrication, or construction management industries. The right candidate will bring a balance of strategic vision, financial acumen, and hands-on operational leadership, helping us scale sustainably while preserving our reputation for creativity and execution. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Operational Leadership * Translate the CEO's vision into actionable strategies that support growth, scalability, and profitability. * Provide leadership across sales, project management, design, production, warehouse, logistics, and client services. * Implement ERP systems, reporting structures, and workflows to improve efficiency, accountability, and decision-making. * Monitor budgets, track profitability, and establish benchmarks (e.g., profit per booth size). Client Success & Business Growth * Ensure exceptional client experiences from discovery through project completion. * Collaborate with sales and marketing to evaluate new opportunities and scale services. * Strengthen vendor relationships, contracts, and risk management processes. Team Leadership & Culture * Lead and inspire cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation. * Oversee staff development, training, and hiring to align with growth. * Serve as the company's "chief problem solver", providing clarity, direction, and solutions across departments. Daily Operational Oversight * Participate in discovery calls, design approvals, and proposal reviews for high-value projects. * Oversee design assignments to ensure alignment with client branding, budgets, and timelines. * Manage project profitability, resource allocation, purchasing budgets, and workload distribution. * Ensure all new client inquiries receive timely follow-ups and personal engagement. * Guide marketing initiatives to generate consistent leads and revenue growth. * Engage in HR leadership: hiring, performance reviews, and organizational capacity planning. * Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the CEO and Founders. Qualifications * 10+ years of senior leadership (COO, VP of Operations, Director of Operations, or equivalent) in trade shows, events, experiential marketing, specialty fabrication, or construction management. * Broad operational expertise across project management, budgeting, fabrication, logistics, workforce planning, vendor management, and ERP systems. * Strong financial acumen, with a proven track record of managing budgets, cost controls, and profitability in a project-based environment. * Demonstrated success in scaling teams and operations within a high-growth company. * Exceptional leadership, team-building, and problem-solving skills. * Strong client-facing and communication abilities, with a history of managing high-profile clients and complex negotiations. * Strategic mindset, capable of balancing daily operations with long-term growth initiatives. Why Join Us? * Play a pivotal executive role in shaping the company's future. * Lead a talented, passionate team delivering high-profile, large-scale client projects. * Competitive executive compensation package + performance-based incentives. * Career growth opportunity with significant autonomy and authority. * Be part of a creative, innovative company positioned for rapid growth in the exhibition industry. Application Process If you are a proven operations leader with a passion for scaling creative organizations, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your executive leadership experience and why you are the ideal candidate to help drive our next phase of growth. Company DescriptionW3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more. We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies. Our Services W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates. We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding. We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software. Our Expertise W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs. As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.