Christine Cunningham
National Sales Manager at The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa, Vermont- Claim this Profile
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Jared DeMagistris
Christine's is a experienced hospitality professional whose passion for her position, property, and region is unmatched. Under her guidance the sales department was successful at building lasting partnerships with clients and vendors locally, regionally and nationally. She is an avid sales voice for the city of Saratoga and all that it had to offer. It was a pleasure to work alongside Christine within the hotel industry and our successful transition of the property into it's next phase of life - a luxury mixed use apartment community with long term and short term tenants.
Janine Vellucci
Christine is a leading Director of Sales providing industry knowledge, determination, attention to detail and leadership. She was my direct manager at The Williams Inn for 10 years, during which she managed our team with diligence while creating lasting relationships with team members and clients alike. She is the go to resource in the hospitality industry with creative ideas and connections. Christine's ability to prospect, create and close the sale is remarkable. She is a natural leader who goes out of her way to help teach others. I look forward to potentially working alongside Christine again.
Beth Steucek
Christine is a team player, she always contributes value information and resources to project.
Jared DeMagistris
Christine's is a experienced hospitality professional whose passion for her position, property, and region is unmatched. Under her guidance the sales department was successful at building lasting partnerships with clients and vendors locally, regionally and nationally. She is an avid sales voice for the city of Saratoga and all that it had to offer. It was a pleasure to work alongside Christine within the hotel industry and our successful transition of the property into it's next phase of life - a luxury mixed use apartment community with long term and short term tenants.
Janine Vellucci
Christine is a leading Director of Sales providing industry knowledge, determination, attention to detail and leadership. She was my direct manager at The Williams Inn for 10 years, during which she managed our team with diligence while creating lasting relationships with team members and clients alike. She is the go to resource in the hospitality industry with creative ideas and connections. Christine's ability to prospect, create and close the sale is remarkable. She is a natural leader who goes out of her way to help teach others. I look forward to potentially working alongside Christine again.
Beth Steucek
Christine is a team player, she always contributes value information and resources to project.
Jared DeMagistris
Christine's is a experienced hospitality professional whose passion for her position, property, and region is unmatched. Under her guidance the sales department was successful at building lasting partnerships with clients and vendors locally, regionally and nationally. She is an avid sales voice for the city of Saratoga and all that it had to offer. It was a pleasure to work alongside Christine within the hotel industry and our successful transition of the property into it's next phase of life - a luxury mixed use apartment community with long term and short term tenants.
Janine Vellucci
Christine is a leading Director of Sales providing industry knowledge, determination, attention to detail and leadership. She was my direct manager at The Williams Inn for 10 years, during which she managed our team with diligence while creating lasting relationships with team members and clients alike. She is the go to resource in the hospitality industry with creative ideas and connections. Christine's ability to prospect, create and close the sale is remarkable. She is a natural leader who goes out of her way to help teach others. I look forward to potentially working alongside Christine again.
Beth Steucek
Christine is a team player, she always contributes value information and resources to project.
Jared DeMagistris
Christine's is a experienced hospitality professional whose passion for her position, property, and region is unmatched. Under her guidance the sales department was successful at building lasting partnerships with clients and vendors locally, regionally and nationally. She is an avid sales voice for the city of Saratoga and all that it had to offer. It was a pleasure to work alongside Christine within the hotel industry and our successful transition of the property into it's next phase of life - a luxury mixed use apartment community with long term and short term tenants.
Janine Vellucci
Christine is a leading Director of Sales providing industry knowledge, determination, attention to detail and leadership. She was my direct manager at The Williams Inn for 10 years, during which she managed our team with diligence while creating lasting relationships with team members and clients alike. She is the go to resource in the hospitality industry with creative ideas and connections. Christine's ability to prospect, create and close the sale is remarkable. She is a natural leader who goes out of her way to help teach others. I look forward to potentially working alongside Christine again.
Beth Steucek
Christine is a team player, she always contributes value information and resources to project.
Credentials
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Cvent Supplier Network Certification
CventJun, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Meeting Professional
Convention Industry CouncilJul, 2005- Oct, 2024
Experience
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The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa, Vermont
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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National Sales Manager
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Aug 2021 - Present
The Equinox stands as an icon in New England over the past two centuries. Steeped in history, The Equinox has been a hotbed for American Revolutionaries, hosted presidents and served guests in one fashion or another since 1769, the second oldest Resort in North America. The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa, set amidst the splendor of the Green Mountains, we bring retreats to the level of art. Offering stunning mountain views and spectacular resort amenities, our four-season resort is the perfect setting for your next meeting or event. A truly unique destination, featuring restful lodging, delicious dining, and exceptional indoor & outdoor meeting & event venues.
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Director of Sales
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May 2018 - Jul 2021
The Pavilion Grand Hotel in Saratoga Springs embraces the allure of yesteryear and the elegance of today, paying tribute to its namesake, The Pavilion Hotel, first built in 1819. A full-service boutique hotel conveniently located in the heart of Saratoga Springs and one block off Broadway (named one of America’s top 10 Main Streets). The Hotel was transitioned into Corporate Apartments during COVID-19. As Director of Sales, I handled leasing for Prime Corporate Apartments, a segment of, and managed by, Prime Companies' Hospitality. Properties include Pavilion Grand Hotel, The Hamlet, Elllsworth Commons and many other corporate executive apartments in the capital district and western NY.
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Director, Corporate Accounts
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May 2018 - Jan 2019
The Pavilion Grand Hotel in Saratoga Springs embraces the allure of yesteryear and the elegance of today, paying tribute to its namesake, The Pavilion Hotel, first built in 1819. A full-service boutique hotel conveniently located in the heart of Saratoga Springs and one block off Broadway (named one of America’s top 10 Main Streets). The Pavilion Grand Hotel in Saratoga Springs embraces the allure of yesteryear and the elegance of today, paying tribute to its namesake, The Pavilion Hotel, first built in 1819. A full-service boutique hotel conveniently located in the heart of Saratoga Springs and one block off Broadway (named one of America’s top 10 Main Streets).
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National Sales Manager - New England, Midwest, Canada, National Insurance, Financial & Technology
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Feb 2013 - May 2018
Using over 30 years hotel group sales experience to solicit new business in my territories and in target National Vertical Markets in the Financial, Insurance & Technology industries. Increasing my sales by over 35% in 2016 and over 40% in 2017 with a current 1.7 million dollar revenue achievement. Having a national reputation in these territories and market segments has allowed me to grow client relationships benefiting my property and owners, as well as my own personal growth. Continue to be passionate and dedicated to the hospitality industry.
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The Williams Inn
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United States
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Hospitality
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Director of Sales
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Sep 2002 - Feb 2013
Developing conference business in state, regional, national and international markets *Constructing and implementing all sales and marketing initiatives and materials *Developing and maintaining co-ops and programs with industry organizations *Marketing, budgeting, advertising, trade shows, education, research and prospecting Developing conference business in state, regional, national and international markets *Constructing and implementing all sales and marketing initiatives and materials *Developing and maintaining co-ops and programs with industry organizations *Marketing, budgeting, advertising, trade shows, education, research and prospecting
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The Sagamore Resort
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United States
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Legal Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Territory Sales Manager
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Aug 2000 - Sep 2002
Met & exceeded sales goals in territories (Albany, Capital District, Upstate New York and Canada)*Oversaw merchandising of guest rooms and function space to maximize revenue for the resort*Developing and implementing Sales Action Plans and Resort Marketing Plan *Conducted property site inspections, organize and participate in weekend FAMs
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Express Sales Manager
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Nov 1999 - Aug 2000
Responsible for booking short term groups within all markets and territoriesSpecific Achievements: Promoted to a territory manager position, within 9 months.
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Sr. Conference Service Manager
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Jun 1989 - Nov 1999
Coordination of all aspects of hotel conference and convention business *Assisted in development and implementation of the corporate marketing plan *MOD (Manager on Duty) role requiring management of the entire hotel staff, responsible for any unforeseen situation or event in the General Manager's absence Specific Achievements: Consistently achieved/exceeded goals Coordination of all aspects of hotel conference and convention business *Assisted in development and implementation of the corporate marketing plan *MOD (Manager on Duty) role requiring management of the entire hotel staff, responsible for any unforeseen situation or event in the General Manager's absence Specific Achievements: Consistently achieved/exceeded goals
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The Holiday Inn
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sales Assistant
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Jan 1986 - Jan 1989
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Education
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SUNY Empire State College
Business, Management and Economics -
2000 - 2002
SUNY Empire State College
AS, Business, Management & Economics -
2005 - 2015
Convention Industry Council
CMP, Certified Meeting Professional -
1998 - 1999
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