Jason Dix Email & Phone Number

Woodstock, Georgia, United States

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

One Flew South is the first fine dining airport restaurant in the country. Led restaurant to world #1 ranked Airport RestaurantDeveloped and rolled out new Breakfast Meal Period for first time in operation historyIn year 2 - 100% revenue growth YOY to $5.5MIn year 1 - Overcame $280k deficit in top line sales and ended fiscal year $145k over budgeted sales goal in 6 monthsLed operation back to full and original operation hoursCurated new wine program to include Coravin pours. Increased overall wine sales and customer experience by not having to worry about high end bottles being openedSuccessfully led new menu rollout

Roswell, Georgia, United States

United States

Providing clients a full suite of meeting and event services-• Plans, organizes, and executes various on- and off-site company events and activities, including, but not limited to, annual holiday party, employee family festival, department meetings, customer engagement events, and incentive trips.• Oversees all travel requests and confirms correct booking information (flights, hotels, rental cars and car services).• Serves as liaison between clients and vendors on event-related matters• Prepares nametags, materials, gifts, registration lists, seating charts, etc.• Reviews and approves monthly invoices for travel-related vendors (Delta, National, etc.).• Conducts research and locates other necessary resources based on event requirements.• Provides periodic progress reports to appropriate departmental contacts• Negotiates vendor contracts, including venues, catering, décor, entertainment, and signage• Proposes new ideas and creative solutions to improve the quality of company events and the efficiency of the overall event planning and implementation process• Manages event finances through budgeting and proper reporting• Designs and distributes promotional materials for events, as necessary.

Opening Director for New Build 400 room hotel connected to Palm Beach County Convention CenterLead Banquet and Catering Revenue Efforts in excess of $4 million annually Achieved average of 76% increase in F&B from initial contracting to final eventEstablished relationships with Event planners to become top of mind choice for all social events in West Palm Created Hotel Awareness campaigns and developed prospecting lists for new businessParticipated in Sales and Catering Fam Trips, Site visits and Trade ShowsResponsible for maximizing function space for the entire hotel. • Established LSOPs for Catering and Events• Built and maintained Delphi, Social Tables and Electronic Reader Boards for Property• Established and maintained an effective up selling strategy to maximize revenue opportunities.

International Law Firm, with 23 Offices including 7 conference centers Oversee all Conference Service, Hospitality and Audio/Visual Operations in all 7 locations • Trained and mentored team of 17 Conference Center Management and Coordinators.• Researches and analyzes new products, pricing and services of competition. • Executes firm’s client satisfaction strategy • Conducts walk-through of Conference Centers to help ensure client satisfaction and quality standards. • Develops working relationships with outside vendors and supports establishing prices and service agreements to enhance the event experience. • Manages department controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals. • Creates an atmosphere in all Conference and Hospitality operations areas that meets or exceeds guest expectations. • Sets a positive example for guest relations. • Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels. • Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service. • Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters. • Strives to improve service performance. • Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement. • Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals. • Monitors progress and leads discussion with staff each period. • Participates in the development and implementation of corrective action plans.

Associate Director of Meetings and Events Lead Banquet and Catering efforts in excess of $5 million annuallyDeveloped All Inclusive Wedding packages to include marketing and advertising distribution resulting in over $85k in new sales within first yearLead efforts of the hotel to relaunch renovated ballroom. Lead, trained and mentored team of 4 Catering Sales and Event Managers.Senior Event Manager Recognized as hotel’s primary manager for high profile groups and complex events Forecasting Room and Catering Revenue for all groups.Assign events turned over to Event Management in the absence of the Director of Event ManagementRevenue Manager Determined pricing options for sales leads and recommended pricing tiers. Evaluated need date requests and relayed data to Market Strategy and Revenue Analysis.Developed annual operating budgets in excess of $100 million.Conducted diary audits resulting in the reclaiming of 300,000+ sf of meeting space and generation of over $285,000 of additional revenue. Accurately details individual property sales needs to reach budgeted revenue goals Performed displacement analysis on sales leads to ensure that the most profitable business opportunities were targeted/pursued.Communicated demand and market analysis results, as well as corporate brand directives, to hotels/clusters/franchise partners/owners to insure operational consistency.Preserved brand equity by appropriately pricing accommodations and services based on size and class.Event ManagerCoordinated all aspects of planning and negotiating contracts for 150+ Corporate and Social functions annually. Involved in coordination of room block arrangements, menu and special event planning, guest transportation, audio/visual services and event invoicing.

B.S, Hospitality Sales & Meeting Management

Communication And Media Studies