Meike Ross, CMP
Director Of Event Planning at The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta- Claim this Profile
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German Native or bilingual proficiency
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Michael Kleiboehmer
Meike is an outstanding individual, who managed to be at the top of her class. She is truly international and has proven to go her way in Germany and in the US. In her position she is recognized as a loyal and highly professional employe. Continuously she is overachieving her goals and is performing her duty with higher then expected drive. She is well known and recognized in her job and position, handling most demanding projects and clients. Go and continue.
Elaine Colombo
Meike is an extraordinary senior event manager to work with. I truly value her dedication, dependability, hard work, industry knowledge, people skills and ability to help you create the best event possible. I have had the pleasure of working with her for over four years on our large annual meeting, and Meike never disappoints. I know our event is in good hands. I love working with her. She finds out what you and your organization are looking to achieve, the budget, the needs and expectations for the meeting, and she works with you to make it happen. If you need a recommendation for an activity or supplier, she will refer you and help to make it happen. Even when you throw something at her at the last minute, she handles it with ease and gets it done. She is amazing at what she does, and I highly recommend Meike.
Michael Kleiboehmer
Meike is an outstanding individual, who managed to be at the top of her class. She is truly international and has proven to go her way in Germany and in the US. In her position she is recognized as a loyal and highly professional employe. Continuously she is overachieving her goals and is performing her duty with higher then expected drive. She is well known and recognized in her job and position, handling most demanding projects and clients. Go and continue.
Elaine Colombo
Meike is an extraordinary senior event manager to work with. I truly value her dedication, dependability, hard work, industry knowledge, people skills and ability to help you create the best event possible. I have had the pleasure of working with her for over four years on our large annual meeting, and Meike never disappoints. I know our event is in good hands. I love working with her. She finds out what you and your organization are looking to achieve, the budget, the needs and expectations for the meeting, and she works with you to make it happen. If you need a recommendation for an activity or supplier, she will refer you and help to make it happen. Even when you throw something at her at the last minute, she handles it with ease and gets it done. She is amazing at what she does, and I highly recommend Meike.
Michael Kleiboehmer
Meike is an outstanding individual, who managed to be at the top of her class. She is truly international and has proven to go her way in Germany and in the US. In her position she is recognized as a loyal and highly professional employe. Continuously she is overachieving her goals and is performing her duty with higher then expected drive. She is well known and recognized in her job and position, handling most demanding projects and clients. Go and continue.
Elaine Colombo
Meike is an extraordinary senior event manager to work with. I truly value her dedication, dependability, hard work, industry knowledge, people skills and ability to help you create the best event possible. I have had the pleasure of working with her for over four years on our large annual meeting, and Meike never disappoints. I know our event is in good hands. I love working with her. She finds out what you and your organization are looking to achieve, the budget, the needs and expectations for the meeting, and she works with you to make it happen. If you need a recommendation for an activity or supplier, she will refer you and help to make it happen. Even when you throw something at her at the last minute, she handles it with ease and gets it done. She is amazing at what she does, and I highly recommend Meike.
Michael Kleiboehmer
Meike is an outstanding individual, who managed to be at the top of her class. She is truly international and has proven to go her way in Germany and in the US. In her position she is recognized as a loyal and highly professional employe. Continuously she is overachieving her goals and is performing her duty with higher then expected drive. She is well known and recognized in her job and position, handling most demanding projects and clients. Go and continue.
Elaine Colombo
Meike is an extraordinary senior event manager to work with. I truly value her dedication, dependability, hard work, industry knowledge, people skills and ability to help you create the best event possible. I have had the pleasure of working with her for over four years on our large annual meeting, and Meike never disappoints. I know our event is in good hands. I love working with her. She finds out what you and your organization are looking to achieve, the budget, the needs and expectations for the meeting, and she works with you to make it happen. If you need a recommendation for an activity or supplier, she will refer you and help to make it happen. Even when you throw something at her at the last minute, she handles it with ease and gets it done. She is amazing at what she does, and I highly recommend Meike.
Credentials
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Pandemic Compliance Advisor
Health Education ServicesSep, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Hospitality & Tourism Management Certification
Florida Atlantic University - College of BusinessApr, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)
Events Industry CouncilNov, 2020- Oct, 2024
Experience
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The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director Of Event Planning
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Jan 2022 - Present
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Senior Event Manager
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May 2018 - Jan 2022
• Maintaining a strong client relationship with high profile and large group customers and ensuring all convention specifications are communicated to and executed by all hotel operating departments making for a successful Meeting experience for the planner and attendees• Identifying operational challenges associated with Groups and developing alternative solutions in a timely manner to help build customer trust and loyalty• Accurate Forecasting Catering and Sleeping Rooms for each Group• Managing to customer budgets to maximize revenue opportunities for the hotel by upselling F&B Options and offering creative ideas to enhance the delivery of outstanding events• Mentor for new team members in Projections and CI/TY• CI/TY Subject Matter Expert Certified, Reporting Rockstar Certified and Social Tables Administrator• Key Player during integration from SPG property systems to Marriott property systems including review of files, updating menus, packages and event order items Show less
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Atlanta Marriott Marquis
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Event Manager
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Jan 2017 - Apr 2018
• Complete Event Planning, Coordination and Execution Responsibilities, to include possible Problem Solving• Partnering with Operations Teams to exceed Guest Expectations• Forecasting Rooms and Catering Budget for each Group• CI/TY Rockstar and Social Tables Super User• Recognized by Atlanta Marriott Marquis as Manager of the Quarter (3rd Quarter 2017)• Planning and Orchestrating of the Marriott Internal Events with 1,600+ attendees
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Event Manager
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Oct 2015 - Dec 2016
• Event Planning, Coordination and Execution Responsibilities, to include possible Problem Solving• Coordination with Key Execution Teams• Forecasting Rooms and Catering Budget for each Group
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Atlanta Evergreen Marriott
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Event Manager
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Jul 2014 - Oct 2015
• Event Planning, Coordination and Execution Responsibilities, to include possible Problem Solving • Coordination with Key Execution Teams • Event based Budget Responsibility • Forecasting Rooms and Catering Budget for each Group • Recognized by Atlanta Evergreen Marriott Conference Resort as Leader of the Quarter (4th Quarter 2015) • Event Planning, Coordination and Execution Responsibilities, to include possible Problem Solving • Coordination with Key Execution Teams • Event based Budget Responsibility • Forecasting Rooms and Catering Budget for each Group • Recognized by Atlanta Evergreen Marriott Conference Resort as Leader of the Quarter (4th Quarter 2015)
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DoubleTree by Hilton
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United States
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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Convention Services Manager
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Apr 2011 - Jul 2014
• Event Planning, Coordination and Execution Responsibilities, to include possible Problem Solving • Coordination with Key Execution Teams • Forecasting Rooms and Catering Budget for each Group • Backlog Budget & Month-End Reporting • Event Planning, Coordination and Execution Responsibilities, to include possible Problem Solving • Coordination with Key Execution Teams • Forecasting Rooms and Catering Budget for each Group • Backlog Budget & Month-End Reporting
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Wingate by Wyndham - Fayetteville, NC
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Front Desk Manager
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Jul 2010 - Apr 2011
• Daily Cash Management and Financial Reporting • Overseeing Front Desk Operation and customer service. • Training of New Associates • Supervision of all Front Desk Staff • Front Desk Scheduling • Daily Cash Management and Financial Reporting • Overseeing Front Desk Operation and customer service. • Training of New Associates • Supervision of all Front Desk Staff • Front Desk Scheduling
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Hampton Inn by Hilton
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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Front Desk Associate
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Mar 2009 - Jun 2010
• Handling the front desk operation and customer service • Training of New Associates • Daily Cash Management • Handling the front desk operation and customer service • Training of New Associates • Daily Cash Management
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DoubleTree by Hilton
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United States
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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Front Desk Supervisor/Hilton HHonors Guest Manager
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Jan 2008 - Mar 2009
• Monitoring HHonors Reward Program procedures • Handling the front desk operation and customer service • Training of New Associates • Supervision of Staff during assigned Shift • Daily Cash Management • Monitoring HHonors Reward Program procedures • Handling the front desk operation and customer service • Training of New Associates • Supervision of Staff during assigned Shift • Daily Cash Management
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NH Hotel Group
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Spain
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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Front Desk & Reservations Associate
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Jul 2004 - Dec 2006
• Handling the front desk operation and customer service• Training of New Associates • Daily Cash Management
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Apprentice - Hotel Management
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Sep 2001 - Jun 2004
• Housekeeping• Restaurant/Hotel Bar/ In-Room Dining• Conference Departments• Front Desk/Reservations• Recognized by the NH Hotels as one of the top 12 apprentices in all of Germany (2004)
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Education
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2001 - 2004
Staatliches Berufliches Schulzentrum Hoechstadt a.d. Aisch
Associate's degree, Hospitality Administration/Management
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