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Portland, Or, Us

Portland, Oregon, United States

Portland, Oregon Area

This brand new LEED Gold Certified hotel, just steps away from the bustling Oregon Convention Center, and downtown Portland, hosts 600 guest rooms, 39,000 square feet of venue space to host events of 10-1,000 guests. A proud member of the pre-opening team. As an Event Planning Manager, embracing the role as hotel liaise with event clients to identify desires to ensure program satisfaction. Instrumental in attaining all logistics for group events, including negotiations, creation of unique… Show more This brand new LEED Gold Certified hotel, just steps away from the bustling Oregon Convention Center, and downtown Portland, hosts 600 guest rooms, 39,000 square feet of venue space to host events of 10-1,000 guests. A proud member of the pre-opening team. As an Event Planning Manager, embracing the role as hotel liaise with event clients to identify desires to ensure program satisfaction. Instrumental in attaining all logistics for group events, including negotiations, creation of unique, trendy, and local food & beverage menus, confirmation of special group needs, meeting room set-up, audio visual requirements, and any arrangements needed through third party vendors. Managed successful on-site event execution, post event follow-up, and event billing. Subject Matter Expert (SME) for event software systems. Show less

Portland, Oregon Area

Hyatt is a leading global hospitality company with subsidiaries that develop, own, operate, manage, franchise, license or provide services to hotels, resorts, branded residences, and vacation ownership properties with locations on six continents. Responsible for implementation of eight software programs, on-site for 2-4 weeks (17 countries, 50 international and domestic properties) training staff on usage of software, using adult learning concepts, in classroom, and one-on-one training… Show more Hyatt is a leading global hospitality company with subsidiaries that develop, own, operate, manage, franchise, license or provide services to hotels, resorts, branded residences, and vacation ownership properties with locations on six continents. Responsible for implementation of eight software programs, on-site for 2-4 weeks (17 countries, 50 international and domestic properties) training staff on usage of software, using adult learning concepts, in classroom, and one-on-one training sessions. Adaptable to change training methods, in real time, based on learning style once on-site. Team support of cross-functional departments within the hotel before, during, and post installation. Continual collaboration with software development teams on system enhancements, and how to improve the user experience. Hosted countless virtual training events from home office, using Saba Learning Management System, RingCentral Meetings, GoToMeeting, and/or join.me Show less

Portland, Or

A luxury hotel located in the Historic Meier & Frank Building in Downtown Portland, just steps aware from Pioneer Square. Historic in nature, but fashionable in all other facets of the experience. Includes 331 modern nostalgic glamour guest rooms, over 14,000 square feet of venue space to host events of 10-1200 guests. Lead a diverse Events Team of five, setting an environment based on mutual accountability, trust, and integrity. Responsible for creating an annual operating budget of $5.2M in… Show more A luxury hotel located in the Historic Meier & Frank Building in Downtown Portland, just steps aware from Pioneer Square. Historic in nature, but fashionable in all other facets of the experience. Includes 331 modern nostalgic glamour guest rooms, over 14,000 square feet of venue space to host events of 10-1200 guests. Lead a diverse Events Team of five, setting an environment based on mutual accountability, trust, and integrity. Responsible for creating an annual operating budget of $5.2M in food and beverage revenues. Produced and delivered timely financial reports, consistently meeting corporate office deadlines. Continually collecting, analyzing, and interpreting reports to provide hotel ownership with an understanding of any variance to the fiscal responsibility. Making sound adjustments as needed. Additional daily responsibilities include forecasting, relationship building with internal and external clients, organizing and coordinating event logistics with accurate and timely communication to all hotel divisions. Show less

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

An oasis in the Sonoran Desert of Arizona. Beautiful mountain range in sight, a glorious golf course on property, and a water park fun for all ages. This gorgeous resort is meant to replenish and invigorate all who visit. 732 luxury guest rooms, 150,000 square feet of venue space to host events for 10-2,000 guests. Responsible for managing a $24M annual food & beverage goal. Accountable to develop, and supervise nine managers and coordinators, improving performance and increasing production… Show more An oasis in the Sonoran Desert of Arizona. Beautiful mountain range in sight, a glorious golf course on property, and a water park fun for all ages. This gorgeous resort is meant to replenish and invigorate all who visit. 732 luxury guest rooms, 150,000 square feet of venue space to host events for 10-2,000 guests. Responsible for managing a $24M annual food & beverage goal. Accountable to develop, and supervise nine managers and coordinators, improving performance and increasing production. Post event evaluation on performance, and program effectiveness, to consider taking action for any improvements necessary for future events. On-boarding new hires for the Events Department. Show less

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

As a guest at this stunning resort, you are assured to be surrounded by luxuries and adventure. The majestic McDowell Mountains set in the background will assure picture-perfect memories. The hotel has 493 stylish guest rooms, with 70,000 square feet of venue space to host events for 10-1,000 guests. Senior contributor to the $16M annual food & beverage goal, by servicing larger groups, and VIP events. Managed multiple projects simultaneously. Overall planning of logistics, coordination, and… Show more As a guest at this stunning resort, you are assured to be surrounded by luxuries and adventure. The majestic McDowell Mountains set in the background will assure picture-perfect memories. The hotel has 493 stylish guest rooms, with 70,000 square feet of venue space to host events for 10-1,000 guests. Senior contributor to the $16M annual food & beverage goal, by servicing larger groups, and VIP events. Managed multiple projects simultaneously. Overall planning of logistics, coordination, and execution of events produced; securing location, event setup, menu selection, vendor contracts/payment, and successfully meeting deadlines. Implemented creative new banquet experiences for on-property, and off-property events. Subject Matter Expert (SME) for event software systems. Show less

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