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Hotel Grand Stark

Portland, Oregon, United States

Oregon, United States

Identifying and creating relationships with new corporate accounts/clients from cold calls, sales blitzes and other sourcesSoliciting, prospecting, qualifying leads, focusing on the SMERF, Government, Non-Profits, Media, Information, Cannabis and Veterinary Services Analyze competitors strengths and weaknesses to prepare strategies that will increase conversion ratesServed as a group sales liaison with key departments such as Conference Services, Operations, and other internal… Show more Identifying and creating relationships with new corporate accounts/clients from cold calls, sales blitzes and other sourcesSoliciting, prospecting, qualifying leads, focusing on the SMERF, Government, Non-Profits, Media, Information, Cannabis and Veterinary Services Analyze competitors strengths and weaknesses to prepare strategies that will increase conversion ratesServed as a group sales liaison with key departments such as Conference Services, Operations, and other internal customers, as appropriate to ensure all group needs are met and executed according to clients needs Show less

Portland, Oregon

Pro-actively selling corporate markets with a focus in retail, timber, financial and automotiveAttend local CVB networking events and Fam trips in order represent the property in the Portland marketPerform regular outside calls to focus on partnerships with new and existing local clientsAchieve monthly room night and revenue booking goal while soliciting accounts within assigned market segment

United States

The Westin Sarasota | Group Sales Manager | Business Travel Sales ManagerThe Westin La Paloma | Catering Sales Manager | Convention Services Manager The Westin Chicago North Shore | Catering Sales Manager-Selling rooms, meeting/event space and catering-Service booked events-Preparing proposals and contracts-Prospecting for group/catering business, by using ISACs BD Tool, Knowland Reports, local CVBs, and local Sales Blitz-Creating a seamless transition… Show more The Westin Sarasota | Group Sales Manager | Business Travel Sales ManagerThe Westin La Paloma | Catering Sales Manager | Convention Services Manager The Westin Chicago North Shore | Catering Sales Manager-Selling rooms, meeting/event space and catering-Service booked events-Preparing proposals and contracts-Prospecting for group/catering business, by using ISACs BD Tool, Knowland Reports, local CVBs, and local Sales Blitz-Creating a seamless transition for property and clients while on property while searching for Sales Manager-Working with team on proper use of ISAC, Starboard reports, Group Billing, STAR Reports, and Knowland-Work with newly hired sales managers to set them up for success on tentative contracts and upcoming groups-Utilize Corporate Travel reports to uncover top producing accounts in the market-Analyze BT accounts to ensure a we can offer a Compelling Business Case during the 2019 RFP season-Uncovering BT Accounts that are in need of rooms in the market off cycle and submitted CBC's-Update properties 3rd party presence to ensure accurate information is provided to the meeting planner Show less

Prospect and contract new businessAssist clients in designing menus, audio visual, and a room layout that would best fit the group's needs Deliver events on time, within budget, that meet and exceed expectationsEnsure food and beverage are to standard and assist team with plating and serving itemsManage team of 14 to ensure our events are proceeding smoothly Maintained a 100% customer satisfaction rating for current year

Supported the Sales team by providing administrative/secretarial support to the Group Sales Manager/Business Travel Sales Manager/Meeting and Events ManagerActed as liaison to operational department with communication of event informationAssisted team with creating banquet event orders and resumes for incoming groupsContact for all definite groups

Portland, Oregon Area

Point of contact for key guests prior to arrival through personal email to establish a personal relationship between the guest and the hotelCoordinated pre-stay planning and knowledge sharing to ensure that guests’ needs were met and exceeded their expectationsSupported the Executive Office by giving administrative support to the General Manager and Department ManagersResponded to guest complaints and determined recovery

Portland, Oregon Area

Portland, Oregon Area

Warwick, Ri

Providence, Rhode Island Area

Assisted with daily inspections of guest roomsEnsured housekeepers had all of the materials neededFacilitated quarterly inventory of linen, amenities, and cleaning suppliesAssisted manager with interview processTrained new associates

Burlington, Ma

Gathered linens, utensils and plates for houseman and banquet staffAssisted with setting up buffet tables, large function halls, and breakdown of roomsPerformed inventory on all goodsAssisted chef with plating