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Ontario, California, United States

• Generate new business through event space rental, group blocks, corporate accounts, and hotel needs based on local events. Close deals, and increase revenue by cold calling, on-site visits and sales tours, and community networking• Identify new business leads by examining local market trends and competition activities. Establish specific target market segments for likely corporate clients and selling memberships to them and grow market share by developing and maintaining relationships with major group and catering clients• Supports the sales department and marketing in preparing the department budget as well as the hotel's overall sales goals and strategy• Conduct myself as a professional representative of the hotel at various industry tradeshows, conferences, and to generate leads and represent the hotel brand• Recruit, hire, and train new sales representatives to provide smooth transition of onboarding. Train current staff on effective sales strategies to attract new customers.• Analyze sales data and recommend changes or improvements for better customer satisfaction and future revenue. Prepare and present quarterly goals and forecasts for future projects• Negotiate contracts with clients and ensure terms are met by and beneficial to both parties• Working closely with other hotel departments to ensure a seamless guest experience that can lead to repeat business• Oversee and supervise the coordination of events and group bookings, ensuring client specifications are met

Ontario, California, United States

• Successfully planned, managed, and executed over 100+ events from intimate to large gatherings• Events managed include birthday celebrations, baby showers, celebration of life, corporate meetings, corporate holiday parties, birthday parties, church retreats, school retreats, beauty pageants, health screenings, and company trainings• Effectively manage, respond, and record all special event and catering inquiries. These include the coordination of entire event from initial inquiry, contract creation, deposit collection, event coordination, billing and post-event evaluation• Establish and maintain relationships with off - site vendors such as caterers, av equipment, and party supply outlets. Negotiate deal packages with other local vendors to boost visibility and business. • Utilize comprehensive knowledge of hotel program systems such as Opera and Delphi to import rooming lists, event details, create group resumes, organize group blocks, and collect payments on time• Respond to RFP’s utilizing portals such as Event Connect, Meeting Broker, CVent, and Hotel Planner. Coordinate group blocks according to RFP and offer competitive rates to increase number of bookings• Maintain solid communication and understanding with front of house, back of house, housekeeping, and maintenance so that each event and group block operate smoothly. Provide BEO’s and diagrams to other in house departments for any floor plan, set up, and special request needs• Participate in client site tours, help plan menus, lead event details meetings with staff, creating floor plans, managing vendor lists and essential venue documents, manage client cost estimates, and participate in networking events.

Los Angeles, California, United States

• The Majestic Downtown is an iconic filming location and event venue with 30,000+ square feet of space. The building houses 3 very different venues within and can accommodate a large range of events.• Successfully managed over 50+ events such as large expos, gaming events, weddings, corporate functions, galas, A-List red carpet events such as Los Angeles Fashion Week, private parties, Netflix filming, and more• Employ in-depth knowledge of all areas of the venue as well as outside vendors used by the department as related to group functions including capabilities, procedures, policies, and pricing• Develop and maintain professionalism with clients, in-house departments and vendors, maximizing profitability and guest service• Work with event and wedding planners to guarantee that the event operates smoothly and maintain contact with client once in house to make sure any requests or problems are resolved• Oversee execution timelines, ensuring all vendors and staff are well-informed and on schedule• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to secure seamless and timely execution, while prioritizing the client’s experience

Ontario, California, United States

• Exercise an elevated level of sales and service to maximize sales performance and meet sales goals• Provide personalized attention to all clients by informing them of specific products suited for them• Create an inspiring, productive and easy shopping experience for all customers• Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of all merchandise and uphold the brand’s merchandising standards• Maintain a keen interest in the fashion industry and market trends• Build and maintain repeat clientele, cultivate client relationships using mail, e-mail, telephone, texting, and face to face communication• Assist in the maintenance of all inventory• Participate in all relevant trainings and development seminars, programs, and meetings as directed by store management

Ontario, California, United States

• Provide personalized one-on-one private styling appointments for brides and fully understand their needs through consultation and apply that knowledge to help select appropriate dresses tailored to bride’s vision • Inform clients about bridal gown styles, colors, cuts, and designers to select from while keeping their desired budget in mind• Recommend bridal gown styles and cuts that complement each unique body shape and advise on which bridal gown fabric is most suitable depending on the bride’s needs and assist them with gown fittings• Upsell through accessorizing bridal gowns with decorative jewelry, veils, gloves, shoes, and headpieces• Take proper measurements of brides and arrange alterations as required• Place orders accurately and coordinate any follow – up appointments necessary • Participate in bridal expos in the local area to promote our bridal shop and wedding dresses to potential customers

Pasadena, California, United States

• Assist in wedding ceremony rehearsal coordination, wedding ceremony, and reception• Set up reception hall and wedding ceremony while ensuring that the wedding ran smoothly and all necessary documents are signed• Work closely with bride, groom, ceremony staff, officers, and vendors to provide client with a perfect, worry-free day• Ensure that vendors and all parties involved are adhering to timeline by prioritizing tasks in order of importance. Help arrange, organize, and customize for each specific wedding occasion• Maintained relationships with vendors, customers, and internal staff to successfully facilitate all facets of event management, operations, and logistics