Experience

Venue Options

• United Kingdom
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Business Development Manager

  • Apr 2016 - Present

  We are an industry leader, specialising in providing a dedicated and personal accommodation, meetings & event management and rail solution. In this competitive environment, outsourcing business processes and solutions is crucial to the ability of companies to thrive. For our clients, we deliver specialist outsourced management solution for the procurement of corporate hotel bookings, accommodation solutions, meetings and event requirements and rail travel. Our scalable, free of charge solutions aim to optimise hotel procurement, save time, reduce costs and improve quality. Whether your company requires a completely integrated policy managed solution or a simple venue sourcing and hotel booking facility, our experts can provide a non-contractual service to meet your requirements and exceed your expectation of a hassle-free experience. The introduction of our new on-line booking request tool 'evolution', makes the process of placing your booking request with us even easier. However, if you wish to discuss your requirements personally with one of our experienced consultants, please feel free to call me on 07803 502227. I'll be happy to discuss your needs. Show less



Accor

• France
• Hospitality
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sales Manager

  • Sep 2014 - Apr 2016

  Due to a restructure of the sales team my role was made redundant. During my time at the hotel my role included: • Account managed National & Local clients and RFP’s • Created sales & marketing strategy to ensure budget achieved • Proactive appointments with both clients and agents to highlight facilities and maximise enquiry levels for Sheffield • Created and executed exciting & memorable familiarisation trips • Implemented new procedures to gain new business and increase brand loyalty with existing guests • Manage social media channels and charitable contributions • Manage a booking agency on behalf of Accor Show less



Venue Options

• United Kingdom
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales Manager

  • Jan 2013 - Jun 2014

  Venue Options Ltd offers fully managed accommodation and events service. My role involved: • Generating new sales leads and contacts • Negotiating terms of each individual clients terms and conditions • Account managing all new business accounts and ensuring the team can cope with all needs of each client’s bespoke requirements • Introducing new properties in order to meet new clients low budget requirements • Full business analysis and reporting to improve cost reduction • Retaining and growing accounts without contract, on service and delivery alone • Event Management consultation, advising on cost reduction, logistics, menus, layout, décor, AV, entertainment, health and safety and team building • Advisory to clients new to meetings and events, explaining processes and providing reassurance and coordination • Negotiating corporate rates with hotels globally to ensure best rates achieved at every site • Implementing new processes and procedures to improve on administration and efficiency throughout the team. • Consulting on development of new venture website • Complaint resolution including liaising with both clients, internal team and hotels Show less



Lime Venue Portfolio

• United Kingdom
• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales Manager at Sheffield United Football Club

  • May 2010 - Dec 2012

  Compass Group provided Sheffield United Football Club with catering services throughout the stadium. Compass Group was responsible for all the event spaces throughout the World’s Oldest Professional Football Stadium. As part of the Sales manager role: • I was responsible for all Non match day Conference and Events Sales at Bramall Lane • I consistently exceeded all targets set • Managed the sales team of 4 • Proactively source potential clients to hit all revenue targets – sole proactive sales person • Worked with General and Regional Managers to create the budget • Worked with the client (SUFC) to ensure brand standard followed throughout the entire stadium • I created a substantial annual Sales and Marketing plan which enabled targets to be met and surpassed • I created the pricing structures for all packages and events sold • Presented to large audiences at conferences/exhibitions in order to promote the venue • I was solely responsible for the creation of all hosted events, from concept to pricing, menu design to advertising, sourcing and booking entertainment & décor to the security and feedback. • Constant competitor and market analysis to ensure our position within the market • I put numerous preferred partner agreements in place to maximise revenue streams from all avenues • I was solely responsible for implementing administration procedures and processes to create a more efficient and effective sales team • Ensured that enquiry handling is at an exceptional level of over 90% every month by use of BDRC Mystery Enquiries • Monthly & annual analysis of sales figures reported to head office • High level of face to face customer service in the private and corporate market as well as presenting to agencies in order to create interest and enquiries at the venue • Organising private and public events from concept to getting feedback from the event • Key Wins: Amey, Kia, Virgin F1, South Yorkshire Police, Grant Thornton & Aviva Show less



Skiidy Gonzales

• Ground Passenger Transportation
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Transfer Driver

  • Nov 2009 - Apr 2010

  This was a seasonal role. Skiidy Gonzales is a fully licensed and insured company offering efficient, friendly and reliable airport transfers between Geneva airport and Avoriaz, Morzine, Les Gets, Flaine, Chamonix and the Alps. As a transfer driver: • I worked out of Morzine, collecting passengers from Geneva airport and delivered to Morzine, Avoriaz, Les Gets and Flaine in an 8 seater Renault Traffic • I completed and passed an Advanced Alpine Driving Test • I worked WITHOUT any form of SatNav or map, delivering clients to named chalets in various resorts from memory • Providing information regarding the resort, weather forecast and riding conditions Show less



Medinland

• Sheffield, United Kingdom

• Travel Consultant

  • 2008 - 2009

  Medinland, now absorbed into Co-operative Travel was a Travel Agent specialising in All Inclusive Holidays throughout Europe, Red Sea & USA. My responsibilities as a Travel Consultant included: • Constantly exceeding sales revenue targets • Understanding clients requirements and interests • Recommending the most appropriate destinations, hotels, excursions for the holiday party • Negotiating with suppliers in order to provide the client with a price they were happy with and maximum commission • Keeping up to date with global travel issues that can impact clients: security issues, volcanic eruptions, baggage handler strikes • Bookings flights, transfers, car hire, excursions and every aspect of each client’s holiday Show less



Venue Options

• United Kingdom
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Events Coordinator

  • 2007 - 2008

  Venue Options are an industry leader, specialising in providing a dedicated and personal accommodation, meetings and event management solution. For all clients, Venue Options deliver specialist outsourced management solution for the procurement of corporate hotel bookings, accommodation solutions, meetings and event requirements. The Event Coordinator role included: • Taking client requirements • Sourcing a suitable venue for the event, dealing with International events, large scale conferences, corporate banquets, team building, training and major events. • Negotiating with the venue for the client whilst ensuring maximum commission returned to the business • Creating bespoke client proposals including venue details and event content as well as extra detailed suggestions in order to improve the event • Advised client on logistics and management of events • Familiarisation trips to venues throughout the UK Show less