Deborah Mieko Lahaela Email & Phone Number

Seattle, Wa

Greetings! I'm Deborah! With a passion for crafting unforgettable events, I bring 12 years of expertise in hotel site selection and hotel contract negotiation to the table with an additional decade of hotel experience. In a world where meeting planners are tasked with achieving more with less, I'm here to lighten the load.I'm your partner whether you're an Executive Assistant, Director, Event Planner, Corporation, or Association superstar! As part of the dynamic HelmsBriscoe team, I harness our collective knowledge and purchasing power to secure the optimal scenario for your next event. My mission? To locate that perfect hotel, skillfully negotiate rates and concessions, all while you focus on the event's intricate details. Partnering with me means unlocking a world of benefits: * stress-free hotel sourcing* exclusive promotions and rates* seamless hotel contract negotiations* freedom to focus on crafting remarkable event experiences.Best of all? My services come at absolutely no cost to you! Let's collaborate and bring your event vision to life. Connect with me to make your next occasion truly exceptional.#EventPlanning #HospitalityExpert #SiteSelection #EventSuccess #EventProfs

Redmond, Wa

*Took a pivotal role in the opening of a new, full-service hotel, spearheading business growth strategies that exceeded revenue goals.*Successfully solicited new business through calls, site visits, and written communication, driving increased room and catering revenues.* Collaborated and worked with 3rd party intermediaries who sourced our location during the hotel site selection process.*Managed diverse markets, including SMERF, Tour & Travel, and Sports and Entertainment, boosting weekend business prospects.* Secured a remarkable $125,000 of future business in a single quarter, 2005, reinforcing a solid growth trajectory.* Surpassed quarterly rooms and catering targets, contributing to an impressive $3 million total budget accomplishment.* Demonstrated meticulous data management, inputting precise customer information into the hotel's database.* Orchestrated a creative bridal show dedicated to raising breast cancer awareness, blending event planning with social responsibility.

Bellevue, Wa

* Represented 13 hotels in the Pacific Northwest* Mastered persuasive communication, boosting room and catering revenues.* Collaborate closely with clients, turning visions into vibrant event realities.* Partnered with 3rd party intermediaries who sourced our hotel(s) during the hotel site selection process.

Seattle, Wa

* Responsible for diverse sectors: banking, finance, insurance, automotive, and entertainment industries.* Crafted tailored, detailed proposals that mirrored clients' unique requirements and desires.* Collaborated with 3rd party intermediaries who sourced our location during the hotel site selection process, ensuring the perfect match for each event.* Solicited new business adeptly via calls, site visits, and written communication, consistently surpassing rooms and catering revenue goals.* Embraced creative selling: orchestrated fun-filled site inspections, monthly client lunches, off-site visits, and engaging on-site events for customers.

Seattle, Wa

* Teamed up with General Manager to craft Strategic Sales and Annual Budget Plans, seamlessly presented to the Regional Team.* Led Days Inn's seamless transition to the SMARTS program, successfully launching on 1/1/2000.* Managed SMARTS and month-end reports for two hotels, ensuring streamlined operations.* Partnered with 3rd party intermediaries when they selected our venue during the hotel site selection process. * Achieved exceptional 69% YoY revenue growth in group rooms for Sixth Avenue Inn from 1999 to 2000.* Delivered impressive 47% YoY revenue growth in group rooms for Days Inn Town Center during the same period.* Showcased Northwest Days Inn Alliance at National Travel Exchange Trade Shows in Spokane, Seattle, Portland, and Vancouver B.C.* Active participant in sales-related meetings, offering innovative strategies to uncover new business opportunities.* Meticulously maintained internal records, managed files, and met report deadlines diligently.* Nurtured robust community relationships through networking and engagement at industry events.* Collaborated with the General Manager to celebrate Employee of the Month awards and enhance staff morale.* Designed captivating quarterly newsletters for clients, fostering engagement and building lasting connections.

Bachelor'S Of Science, Psychology

Aas, Business