Sponsor & Event Manager

• Dec 2018 - Present

Executive Meeting Manager

• Oct 2017 - Dec 2018

To achieve hotel revenue, profit and customer satisfaction goals by soliciting, negotiating and booking business within specific markets (group or transit) and coordinating the execution of business with other departments.Participates in the development and implementation of business strategies for the hotel which are aligned with HEI's overall mission, vision values and strategies.Develops and implements strategies for achieving individual sales goals.Achieves market share and revenue goals by working with the Director of Sales and Marketing on individual and team goals within assigned market segments.Develops data and recommends programs to meet clients' needs.Prepares proposals and contracts that are geared to maximize profit while satisfying client needs.Uses outside sales calls, prospecting, hotels tours and hosting of clients to solicit new business. Communicates clients' requests to all departments in an effective and timely mannerGives personal attention, takes personal responsibility and uses teamwork when providing guest service

Social Events Catering Sales Manager

• Sep 2013 - Oct 2017

Professional Summary:Creative, determined Events Manager with extensive experience in planning and implementing functions at large hotel property. A strong knowledge of sales techniques including successful closing and negotiation skills. Expert at multi-tasking and dealing with problem resolution in a high pressure environment.Core Qualifications:Thorough, efficient and organizedDetail Oriented Exceeds catering and sales goals year after yearAble to build trust quickly in professional & client relationshipsRapidly responsive, leading to closing of salesActive in community/civic activities to maintain awareness within the community and create booking opportunities.Experience: Selling and managing of all large catering events, intimate weddings, wedding and social room blocks, and on-property restaurant events in a 382 room resort with 30,000 square foot of meeting space.Assess every catering business opportunity to maximize revenue and profitability while achieving customer expectationsSell all facets of the hotel, both orally and in written form to previous, current, and potential clients to maximize revenueMonitor group blocks, their pickup generated and detail each block resume for the operating departments.Record account details so that all pertinent aspects of solicitation and closing are complete and documentedProvide direction and execute group banquet event orders. Work closely with banquet department on operations and event execution ability to quickly evaluate alternatives and decide on a plan of action.Participate in daily business review meetings, pre-convention meetings, training, and other sales related meetings as required.Excellent knowledge of computers, specifically Delphi, Word, Excel, Outlook, and HMS.Works with outside vendors to ensure client satisfaction for all events and groups.

Recreation Leader

• Jun 1996 - Sep 2008

Organizing and implementing all special events for the community. Marketing multiple event facilities. Creating advertising material for the department. Aiding in the creation of the departments budget. Organizing all sports leagues for adults and children. Communicating and networking daily with local business and residents. Creating and implementing summer, winter and spring camps.The supervision of multiple employees, both full time and part time. The successful promotion of all programs, events and leagues. Responsible for all purchasing and financial transactions.Lead organization manager for multiple event rental facilities.