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Houston, TX
Event Sales Manager
Houston, TX
Grady, Koepp and Hirthe
Houston, TX
Event Sales Manager
  • Develop and nurture account management i.e. develop account plan, connect daily, make key contacts with decision makers, identify business drives
  • Supervise the Event Sales Team associates in the performance of their duties, including providing training and conducting performance management
  • Perform all tasks as directed by the Manager in pursuit of the achievement of business goals
  • Assist in development of sales collateral material
  • Make formal introduction to and ensure proper hand off of event details and materials to the Logistics Manager
  • Work closely with the Assistant Director of Sales - Events in the creation of new theme menus, special events and service standards
  • Actively participate in training and development programs and maximize opportunities for self-development
Chicago, IL
Special Event Sales Manager
Chicago, IL
Stehr, Volkman and Stehr
Chicago, IL
Special Event Sales Manager
  • Meet and exceed monthly, quarterly and yearly financial goals
  • Negotiate and close contracts
  • Assist DOS in creating annual sales plans for each market segment; Convention, Association, Incentive, Tour &Travel, Social, Local, Corporate; SMERF, DMC, etc
  • Develop strategic and promotional plan to drive Special Event/Rental sales for the venue/region to reach/exceed annual goal. Plan to include strategic initiatives, competitive analysis, insights on new areas of opportunity, etc
  • Sales generation – maximize revenue while developing long-term relationships with clients (both local and national)
  • Monitors changes in the sales / special events industry and develop strategies to improve and adjust to those changes
  • Evaluate / identify potential business from new clients for both local market venues as well as Live Nations portfolio of opportunities
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Boston, MA
Bob s Event Sales Manager
Boston, MA
Klein LLC
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Boston, MA
Bob s Event Sales Manager
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  • Provide support in researching past groups
  • Work with Director of Food and Beverage to brainstorm events and specials to market to local guests
  • Work with Sales, Marketing, and Dir. Food and Beverage to brainstorm, book and organize special events
  • Create collateral for outlet special events
  • Work with CS to maximize capture in the outlets for in house groups
  • Work with clients to reserve, detail, and organize large party bookings
  • Field and follow up with all restaurant reservations of 12 or more
Education Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration
Northeastern University
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration
Skills Skills
  • Ability to maintain good working relations with vendors, and solid knowledge of event space policies, codes, and regulations
  • Excellent selling capability and an ability and desire to coach selling techniques to their team
  • Demonstrated ability to work with maximum accuracy, efficiency and attention to detail
  • Excellent ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and openly in all interactions (verbal and written)
  • Great attention to detail
  • F&B Knowledge
  • Excellent grooming standards
  • Positive attitude and good communication skills
  • Knowledge of the hotel property management systems
  • Accountable and resilient
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13 Event Sales Manager resume templates

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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Meet and exceed individual sales goals
  • Consistently fulfill sales call quotas and required tracking protocol
  • Ensuring optimal perception of House of Blues Anaheim within the community as well as within professional organizations
  • Maintain accurate event financial records and adhere to required departmental minimums and organizational processes/protocol
  • Generation of proposals
  • Supply requisitions
  • Maintain and communicate current event information with Talent, Restaurant & Music Hall Operations
  • Management of software programs affiliated with the department; Caterease, Cendyn, Exact Target, Rome, Hoovers, etc
  • Make formal introduction to and ensure proper hand off of event details and materials to the Logistics Manager
  • Ensure proper staffing levels and equipment needs/orders are fulfilled by the Logistics Manager
  • Attitude and Teamwork
  • Advanced MS Office Skills
  • Advanced Managerial Finance
  • Formal Presentation Skills
  • F&B Knowledge
  • Liquor and Wine Knowledge
  • Employment Law Knowledge
  • Social Media Tools
  • * LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY!!****
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Special Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Meet and exceed monthly, quarterly and yearly financial goals
  • Build/Generate new leads to increase size of potential client database from cold calls and market prospecting to include, but not limited to: conventions, corporations, DMCs, tour operators, meeting planners, associations, SMERF (Social, Military, Educational, Religious and Fraternal) groups, concierges, hotels, organizations (i.e. Chamber of Commerce, Convention Center, Convention & Visitors Bureau, etc.) etc
  • Evaluate / identify potential business from new clients for both local market venues as well as Live Nations portfolio of opportunities
  • Fully integrate into CVB to capitalize on the corporate and convention business that comes to the local market
  • Responsible for overall financial aspects involved in promoting and selling the venue
  • Create and implement required reports on the productivity of sales by establishing revenue goals, enhancing client database, increasing check averages, managing contribution margin and exceeding goals in all categories
  • File management of Caterease (Special Events software system)
  • Skill in Interpersonal communications, organization, financial knowledge, and team building
  • Minimum of five years sales experience in the hospitality industry
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Special Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Sell and organize parties and special events by market segment as determined and assigned by the Director of Sales. To achieve annual team goals, and to provide direct support to the Director of Sales. Accountability for the success of the Special Events department in conjunction with the Director of Sales
  • Complete understanding of competitive set as well as key points to sell against such venues
  • Handle initial phone call and electronic inquiries in a timely manner (within 24 hours)
  • Develop a complete, comprehensive targeted list of companies/organizations within assigned categories
  • Ensuring optimal perception of House of Blues, Las Vegas within the community as well as within professional organizations
  • Develop sales strategy for defined market segments, industries & conventions
  • Build and maintain client database(s) in Caterease & Exact Target
  • Actively solicit business through local civic and business organizations (Convention Bureau, Chamber of Commerce, MPI, HSMAI, ISES, PCMA etc.)
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Minimum four years restaurant event/sales experience preferred
  • Minimum four years hospitality related experience preferred
  • Bilingual and able to read, write and speak Japanese proficiently
  • Must have current food handler’s card and alcohol service certification as required by federal/state/local law
  • Strong leadership skills, interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills, listening skills, ability to check for understanding after direction is given (follow up,) basic math skills, strong organization skills, detail oriented, ability to multi-task, and be a team player
  • Computer based skills – Windows and Microsoft Office based management reporting, Point-of-Sale system, Open Table, catering/event planning software, Internet/Intranet, and Microsoft Outlook
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • This position will report to the Sales Director and support the catering functions with building operations, culinary department and catering department along with the sales team charged with revenue growth
  • Sales and operations experience are needed as you do both at this smaller account
  • BS in Marketing or Business highly desirable or a combination of experience and education
  • Proven sales experience in premium or catering sales
  • Organized, effective in interacting with a variety of levels and types of internal and external guests
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Group & Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Develop and manage the execution of sales plans. This includes: tactics, timelines, collateral support, and budgeting
  • Partner with Blue Man Productions and Sales channels to integrate show into their existing Resort sales plans. Includes making sure sales can be facilitated through channel, inclusion in brochures and collateral. Work with sales teams on execution of sales and fulfillment
  • Develop and manage a group booking process and a system for reserving and receiving payment for these orders. Work with Box Office Manager on inventory issues
  • Work with the Blue Man Productions and Blue Man Group staff on program development. This includes education programs, band workshops, event customization, buyouts and niche programs
  • Program execution. Manage the process of facilitating programs that have been sold to groups
  • Create and sell against non-traditional group opportunities
  • 5-7 Years’ experience developing group sales strategy and working with ticket sales in a reserve seat venue
  • Candidate should also have experience working with internal partners on the sale of a product
  • Some knowledge of inventory management and ticket vendor companies is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience
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Private Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Develop market segments and solicit new customer relationships while maintaining existing relationships
  • Be an ambassador for the property, fostering relationships with individuals & corporations who book events to maintain repeatable and predictable business while prospecting for new events
  • Heighten awareness externally within the community from club to bridal shows and other public events
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Minimum 2 years work experience as Sales Executive or Event Sales Manager in a luxury international brand hotel
  • Good understanding of selling techniques and banquet knowledge
  • Computer skills in MS Office, email, Opera/Envision/RESERVE will be an asset
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • To meet your designated revenue targets
  • To assist with the preparation and regular update of the departmental budget
  • To continuously seek ways to maximise revenues and profits by cross selling and up-selling other hotel facilities and services
  • Relevant Degree/Diploma in Sales & Marketing
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Explore the local market and create awareness which will result in an increase in event business and revenue
  • Focuses on sales efforts and successful preparation and coordination of events
  • Supports the events clientele during the complete proces; from contract making till representing the hotel during the event itself
  • Achieves the monthly and annual personal and budgeted target contributing to the Event and Groups Sales revenue
  • To closely work together with the Operations team on the Event product, costing and pricing
  • To have a good understanding of contribution margins for each product and work with the Operations team and Director of Sales & Marketing to achieve the desired results
  • We are looking for a candidate ideally with a diploma in the hospitality or tourism industry
  • In addition we expect a minimum of 4 years work experience in Event Sales, preferable in a senior role and in a luxury international lifestyle hotel
  • Good understanding of selling techniques and event knowledge should be your strength
  • Natural leadership behavior is part of your dna
  • A creative, hands-on and outgoing personality would fit both the position and Hyatt´s organization culture perfectly
  • Proficiency in English is necessary, proficiency in Dutch is very much preferred
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Provide direction and supervision to departments to ensure successful execution of meetings and/or events
  • Serve on-site group and catering clients and respond to questions about the event including, but not limited to, group room blocks, food and beverage, the function space, ancillary and vendor services, affiliates/exhibitors and related billing processes
  • Monitor and assess service and satisfaction trends, evaluate and address issues and make improvements accordingly
  • Respond to guest inquiries and special requests and resolve issues and concerns in a timely, friendly and efficient manner
  • Prepare reports, correspondence and analysis related to group activity
  • Lead, facilitate and participate in meetings, as needed
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Senior Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Diploma or Degree in the Sales/Marketing field
  • 2-3 years proven record of successfully meeting revenue targets
  • Prior hotel experience particularly in Event Sales
  • Good Mastery of verbal and written communication
  • Ability to work any day of the week including holidays, early mornings/ late evenings as business dictates
  • Professional presentation skills
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • High school diploma or GED; experienced (1 – 2 years of experience) in the event management or related professional area
  • Up-sells products and services throughout the event process
  • Organizational Capability- Evaluates and adapts the structure of own assignments and suggests improvements to work processes to best fit the needs and/or support the goals of an organizational unit
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Participate in sales calls, telephone prospecting, and market analyses to identify and acquire new/additional business
  • Build and strengthen relationships with new and existing clients through activities that include, however are not limited to, sales calls, menu tastings, FAM trips, tradeshows, and trade association meetings
  • Conduct on-site tours and site inspections with prospective clients and future incoming guests
  • Negotiate and finalize contracts with prospective clients
  • Actively participate in regular sales meetings, Rosewood training sessions, and any other opportunities to increase sales results and revenues for the hotel
  • Meet regularly with the Event Operations Management team to review the status of upcoming functions and events, openly communicating all information, including menus, floor plans, staffing needs, special requests, and specific requirements pertinent to the successful execution of each event
  • Suggestively sell menus that meet client needs while maximizing revenues
  • Ensure all definite functions are detailed accurately on Banquet Event Orders, signed by clients and promptly distributed to designated departments
  • Meet with the Executive Chef to plan event menus and communicate special requests from clients
  • Monitor the preparation and distribution of Event Sheets and Event/Group Resumes, ensuring all information is complete and accurate and distributed in a timely manner
  • Monitor changes to Banquet Event Orders, ensuring updated information is accurately communicated to respective departments in a prompt manner
  • Inspect function room set ups with Event Operations Management team prior to client arrival, ensuring all details are in agreement with client's requirements and Hotel standards
  • Welcome group contact upon arrival at function and ensure guest satisfaction
  • Monitor, handle and process all billing/payment procedures, including the tracking and collection of deposits, according to established Accounting standards
  • Perform additional duties, as assigned
  • Exceptional organizational skills and demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced work environment
  • Must be self-directed, motivated, and demonstrate exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and openly in all interactions (verbal and written)
  • Must be able to show initiative in job performance, including anticipating what needs to be done before it becomes a necessity
  • Confident ability to demonstrate strong product knowledge, including appropriate food and wine pairings, suitable options for guests with dietary restrictions, function space guest capacity and suitable floor plans, etc
  • Ability to exercise sound logic and judgment in evaluating situations and utilizing appropriate resources
  • Demonstrated ability to work with maximum accuracy, efficiency and attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, Delphi and Opera Property Management System
  • Ability to maintain a flexible schedule to meet the business needs of a 24/7 hotel environment, including weekends, evenings and holidays
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • 4 years experience in convention sales at managerial level in the international 5* luxury hotel or hospitality
  • Excellent communication skills across all mediums - presentation, telephone, correspondence, face to face etc. in English and also Arabic will be an advantage
  • Drive for results to outperform competition
  • Degree from a university or hotel school preferably in marketing or tourism/hospitality management
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Conducting Human Resources Activities
  • Reviews comment cards and guest satisfaction results with employees
  • Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals and/or managers
  • Assists in the development and implementation of corrective action plans
  • Take initiative to use his/her experience to improve service performance according to his/her evaluation of the issue and resolution
  • Works with the property staff and customers to address operational challenges associated with his/her group
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Manage the fulfillment of all aspects of golf outings from planning to securing details to day of execution to ensure proper execution in all departments
  • Communicate contract details with Management and Staff through Banquet Event Orders and other methods to ensure the timely transfer of accurate and complete information for flawless execution
  • Use appropriate software and other tools to manage and deliver cart signs, bag tags, scorecards, and other outing collateral in timely fashion
  • Collect payment from all events
  • Manage events through transition to food and beverage
  • Responsible for all aspect of service execution and must work with other departments to meet event expectations
  • Manage feedback and referrals through survey solicitation
  • Provide superior customer service to all accounts in order to maximize yearly revenue growth
  • Provide timely and accurate responses to inquiries about outings and events at the property
  • Assist in the administration of membership sales
  • Other duties as assigned from time to time by the Director of Sales and General Manager
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Special Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Actively solicit new and renewal business opportunities by conducting effective sales calls, outside sales calls, presentations to current and potential clients, and conducting site inspections
  • Negotiate and close Special Event sales
  • Optimize all Pavilion spaces for Special Event opportunities
  • Achieve monthly / quarterly sales goals and yearly budget goals
  • Creates and manages weekly reporting schedule; adjusts reporting frequency depending on the event schedule
  • Aggressively seek new contacts and maintain working relationships with all civic and industry organizations,
  • Corporate promotional contacts, and event and booking representatives
  • Remain current of national trends in the industry and local market changes to best serve the facility. Establish and maintain relationships with industry influencers and key community and strategic partners for maximum facility usage and exposure. Represent the facility at trade shows and community events when required
  • Consults newspapers, trade journals, websites, social media sites and other publications to learn about contemplated convention social and meeting activity
  • Manage event contracts including the timely issuance of contracts, estimates, event profiles, and post events summaries
  • Communicate and advance all event information to appropriate staff and managers
  • A basic knowledge of sales and business management practices and procedures
  • Ability to compile and maintain records for payroll, personnel scheduling, and event scheduling
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment and make proper decisions in handling incidents at all types of events
  • Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing
  • Ability to properly train all event employees in handling crowds and the general public for the events scheduled at the facility
  • Proven ability to deal in a professional and cordial manner with the public attending events
  • Ability to plan, service and supervise a variety of events with the assistance and cooperation of other staff members. 8. Ability to anticipate equipment and other needs for individual events
  • College degree (BA); or three years of sales and/or operations experience in a similar type facility; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Degree in marketing, management or business related field preferred
  • Experience working in a computer network environment utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and sales/event management programs
  • Knowledge of event production and operations including coordinating events with promoters, pre-event planning, organizing physical facility and staffing. Love of music and live events; knowledge of popular music
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Engage in the creation and promotion of unique wedding packages
  • Develop and maintain knowledge of market trends, competition, and customers; attend community/social and industry events
  • Assist with reports, competition data collection, marketing material updates, including packages and collateral
  • Welcome group contact upon arrival at function and ensure guest satisfaction, resolving guest issues and complaints in a prompt manner
  • Ability to maintain good working relations with vendors, and solid knowledge of event space policies, codes, and regulations
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Tavern Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • The Event Sales Manager is responsible for selling and servicing events
  • Solicitation and booking of all Private Dining and Large Party Events
  • Management of Social Media, and online review sites (Yelp, Trip Advisor, Urban Spoon)
  • Responsible for Marketing efforts
  • Strong Customer Service Skills
  • Professional Communication Skills
  • Enthusiastic and Outgoing
  • Ability to work cohesively with others
  • Ability to build and maintain client relationships
  • Self-motivated and detailed
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Develop and nurture account management i.e. develop account plan, connect daily, make key contacts with decision makers, identify business drives
  • Understand general business management (general finance, contracts, P&L statements)
  • Understand and lead creative process for events that would provide a WOW for the client and a Four Seasons experience
  • Identify and understand key industry and global event management trends
  • Comply with Four Seasons corporate policies
  • Think globally and act locally
  • Communicate well both verbally and written form and strong negotiating skills
  • Deliver sales presentations i.e. identify customer’s needs; include product information and key reasons to buy (Feature and Benefits)
  • Build the sales funnel i.e. complete the sales cycle (prospect for potential customers, plan for initial contact, contact and qualify prospect, review and plan for the sales call, identify needs, present solutions, address objections and close the sale)
  • Attend all events you book as a courtesy to the client and a formal closure to the sales process and hand-over to our operations team
  • Networking regular at relevant business events to secure new leads
  • Must have a vehicle
  • Able to work weekends, holidays and evenings as needed
  • Thorough understanding of PCI compliance requirements and billing methodology for assigned segment
  • Demonstrated experience with B2B negotiations and contracting
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Senior Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Sell and market to External markets which may encompass corporate events/meetings/trainings, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, and personal milestone events; other may include holiday parties, celebrations of life, school athletic banquets, and fundraisers
  • Heighten awareness externally within the community from the club to bridal shows, golf shows and other public events
  • College degree preferred or 3 years of related experience in sales preferably in golf/hospitality/service industry, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Solid time management, organization and prioritization skills; ability to work with little or no direct supervision
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Relevant degree or diploma in Hospitality or Sales & Marketing
  • Commercially astute with proven sales management experience and ability of achieving sales goals, and track record of high-end/luxury market across the various industries
  • A can-do attitude and great administrative skills
  • Proactively follow current luxury trends, industry news, technology and analyze key competitors in the market
  • Strong communication and analytical skills combined with creative and luxury/fashion sensibilities
  • Besides having a good command of English and Chinese language, proficiency in French / Italian or other European language will be of an advantage
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Franchised Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Practice the Basics of Brilliant Hosting at all times
  • Ensures implementation of the Meetings & Event Management within Brand Standards for planning, pre & post-event
  • Coordinates with sales, hotel departments, and customers to ensure consistent, high level service throughout the Event
  • Prepare all event documentation including Event Orders, resumes, etc. for all groups assigned to you; EOs must be signed by customer before event date
  • Effectively communicate to all departments customers needs to ensure consistent, high level service throughout event and post-event phases
  • Effectively initiates appropriate, internal and external communication necessary to successfully execute the groups needs
  • Ensures all hotel events have a seamless turnover from sales to services
  • Recognizes opportunities to maximize revenue by up-selling and offering enhancements to create outstanding events
  • Follow Marriott Standards to facilitate outstanding service encouraging repeat business- including timelines
  • Uphold existing accounts with activities designed to build relationships, provide exceptional follow through and increase repeat group business
  • Maintain strong organizational skills to proactively manage upcoming groups and clients
  • Monitor and manage room blocks according to contract utilizing group history reports and information given by clients to maximize hotel revenue, making adjustments as necessary
  • Review sales contracts as well as other important information, i.e., room block, cut-off date, special concessions and attrition clauses
  • Monitor and enforce program deadline dates and work with clients to release meeting space not needed to maximize hotel revenue
  • Produce and distribute convention resume two weeks prior to first day of main group arrival and communicate any changes and updated information to hotel departments
  • Distribute EOs for groups 10 & 14 days prior to events-Marriott Standard
  • Participate in Pre/Post Convention Meetings and review bill with each client
  • Service events as directed by the Director of Group Sales and the Food and Beverage Director
  • Complete weekly prospecting calls needed to achieve annual goals and objectives (Expected sales goal of $500,000.00 annually)
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends to ensure the highest standards of customer service to our clients
  • Must achieve and maintain Brand Standards on Event Satisfaction Scores and continually strive to exceed them
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Wedding & Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Seeks new business and ensures return business in order to meet or exceed revenue goal
  • Conducts pre-event presentations, property tours, and customer meetings
  • Assists in the development of catering and banquet menus, banquet wine lists and bar menus
  • Develops a marketing plan designed to increase revenue growth in both the corporate and social markets
  • Ensures accurate and timely invoicing and collections for services rendered
  • Develops a month calendar, listing all of the existing catering events
  • Communicates with various departments regarding event details to ensure successful completion of all events
  • Develops banquet event orders and conducts weekly meetings to review with staff
  • Conducts quality control measures to ensure event operations meet client expectations
  • Minimum of four (4) years in wedding and/or event sales, coordination and planning required
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Manage the department's day-to-day operations and activities, whereas implementation of the selling strategy yields meetings and events space
  • Ensure the Meeting and Events Team Members are developed effectively and generate a culture of high quality standards for relationship building, customer service, selling techniques, and billing and processing contracts
  • Assist in the recruiting, managing, training and developing of the Team
  • Strong leadership skills to effectively manage and motivate the team to achieve high level of perform and exceed targets
  • Excellent organisational and planning skills
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Strives to deliver an unparralled guest experience from inquiry stage to post-event follow up
  • Partners with DOS (Director of Sales) to foster a “fun” and engaging work environment, leading by example
  • Open and eager to learn new sales skills
  • Works in collaboration with other departments
  • Proactively strives to maintain high levels of quality, accuracy, and process consistency in the sales organization
  • Works to ensure all organization objectives assigned by the DOS are completed in a timely fashion
  • Proactively identifies opportunities for sales process improvement and communicates them clearly with the DOS
  • Works in tandem with Operations Team to ensure flawless execution for ALL events. This includes all communication on any changes/updates to events and any specific needs for a successful event based on the guests expectations
  • Proactively engages in outbound sales activity in an effort to grow event sales. Measurable plans to be made in coordination with the DOS’ direction for such activity
  • Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies such as Chamber of Commerce, Convention and Visitors Bureaus, etc. to drive awareness of the Topgolf brand, as directed by the DOS
  • 5+ years of sales experience, industry experience strongly preferred
  • Undergraduate degree, preferred
  • Working knowledge of CRM programs
  • Proficient in coaching techniques and able to assist with training of junior team members
  • Knowledge of, demonstrates and teaches strong negotiation skills
  • Solid organizational and project management skillsets
  • Capable of managing multiple projects/programs simultaneously, while remaining calm under pressure
  • Strong ability to establish working relationships with all employees, management and vendors and ability to maintain and project professionalism, internally and externally, at all times
  • Excellent self accountability for high personal standards of conduct and professionalism
  • Process-oriented, highly organized, fast and accurate, able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
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Senior Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Must have a minimum of three years of hotel sales experience
  • A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment
  • Prefer prior experience in the wedding market
  • Prefer someone who is able to build strong relationships in the community
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Responsible for Small to Medium sized Events / Groups as approved by the Assistant Director of Sales Events
  • Work closely with the client and key hotel departments throughout the duration of their conference, being available to assist them at the appropriate times, driving excellent MSS scores
  • Attend and Chair Pre Conference Meetings as required
  • Work closely with Revenue Manager to ensure guestroom rate and DDR integrity
  • Work closely with the Assistant Director of Sales - Events in the creation of new theme menus, special events and service standards
  • Ensure hotel costs are effectively controlled
  • Work closely with the Field Sales & Banquet department to ensure all contractual terms agreed upon are carried out (including the management of Guest Room Attrition and follow-up on Deposit Schedule)
  • Maintain the integrity of Opera Sales & Catering at all times
  • Exceed corporate expectations regarding BDRC and Signature secret shoppers
  • Perform all tasks as directed by the Manager in pursuit of the achievement of business goals
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Supervise the Event Sales Team associates in the performance of their duties, including providing training and conducting performance management
  • Ensure high level of client service is maintained including post-booking follow-up
  • Prospecting calls to potential clients
  • Participate in promotional and entertainment activities
  • Maintain relationship with all operational and support departments
  • Maintain accurate database information including contact/account/booking information
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Provides exceptional services to guests and internal customers in other department at all time to maintain positive interactions with good working relationships
  • Follows all Hyatt Events Standards for answering phone enquiries, handling email enquiries, preparing proposals and contracts, conducting Hotel Tours, planning Events, creating Event Confirmations, Event execution and Event follow-up
  • Maintains an efficient and accurate filing system to record all sales agreements, contracts and quotations
  • Together with Event Sales Team, to be primarily responsible for converting all incoming leads
  • Undertakes telemarketing activities to identify new business opportunities and meet designated revenue targets
  • Assist with the preparation and regular update of the departmental budget
  • Exposure to trends with other luxury brands and services
  • Increase knowledge of all aspects of our food and beverage product and service
  • Ensures high standards of personal presentation and grooming
  • Understands and strictly adhere to Rules and Regulations established in the Associate Handbook and the hotel's policies concerning fire, hygiene, health and safety
  • Carries out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • 2-3 years’ experience with a proven record of consistently meeting revenue targets; closing sales business
  • Ability to retain client base and develop new business
  • Prior hotel experience in the area of Evets Sales or Hotel Sales and Service
  • Ability to work effectively in Fast paced environment
  • Ability to work any day of the week, including holidays and early morning or late evenings as business dictates
  • Strong computer skills,
  • Good mastery of spoken and written communications
  • Proven and measurable ability to provide a consistently high level of customer service
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Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Experience in an Events Sales office
  • Experience within Events Marketing that has seen you create adverts, buying event space and attending exhibitions
  • Great attention to detail
  • Able to prioritise a varied work load, manage your time well, and work well in a busy and often pressured environment
  • Proven history of contracting events
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Senior Private Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Develops market segments and solicit new customer relationships while maintaining existing relationships
  • Sells and markets to external markets that may encompass corporate events/meetings/trainings, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, and personal milestone events; other may include holiday parties, celebrations of life, school athletic banquets, and fundraisers
  • Heightens awareness externally within the community from the club to bridal shows and other public events
  • Presents a positive role model in both social media formats and public forums by being active and showing consistent participation in all public facing opportunities
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Bob s Event Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Foster positive relationships
  • Lateral support to F&B team during high business volumes
  • Field and follow up with all restaurant reservations of 12 or more
  • Work with clients to reserve, detail, and organize large party bookings
  • Work with CS to maximize capture in the outlets for in house groups
  • Work with Sales, Marketing, and Dir. Food and Beverage to brainstorm, book and organize special events
  • Provide support in researching past groups
  • Organize and keep all current outlet menus
  • Create collateral for outlet special events
  • Work with Director of Food and Beverage to brainstorm events and specials to market to local guests
  • Actively seek local business. This may include calls and /or visits to local businesses and residents
  • Must be proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook, Publisher, and open table
  • Can effectively coordinate details with the other departments in regards to food & beverage
  • 2 years of experience in Food and Beverage Supervision or Management role preferred
  • Must have the ability to manage deadlines
  • Understanding of Food and Beverage financials including cost and par controls is preferred
  • General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Must have a strong attention to detail as well as strong customer service skills