Working in the hospitality industry for the last 19 years, I have developed a passion for providing top-quality customer service, and contributing to a memorable experience. While training and leading a team I have always endeavored to pass on my strong values to team members. I would love to apply my knowledge to a career in sales management to a growing and exciting organization such as yours.I have been based in Chicagoland area, working as a hospitality professional on a local, regional and national basis. I have had experience from hands-on event sales to leading a team of 30+ as a Senior Executive.I have worked in almost every facet of the industry, each position requiring complex and demanding skills. I have a construction, marketing, operations and sales experience local, regional and national.In my most recent position as Vice President of Sales- Midwest I managed 8sales locations and supported 40 bowling centers. I successfully lead 25 sales staff, ranging from Directors of Sales to Sales Assistants. Concerning my character, I am loyal, dedicated and hard working on the job. I believe in teamwork, fairness and valuing employee as true team members regardless of position. I enjoy taking care of the client to their satisfaction no matter how demanding. In short, I enjoy the challenge of this industry and love working in it.Most recently I have worked with my son in two hospitality businesses all in the Lincoln Park area in Chicago under the name New City Hospitality Group. The Tin Lizzie a Michigan focused sports bar & restaurant and Italian Pizza Kitchen.