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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Nova Scotia, Canada

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Cluster Sales Manager for the Holiday Inn Express & Suites for Moncton, St. John, Fredericton and Charlottetown.

Halifax, Canada Area

Portfolio includes:Hampton Inn by Hilton, Halifax DowntownHomewood Suites by Hilton, Halifax DowntownResidence Inn by Marriott Halifax DowntownThe Hollis Halifax - a DoubleTree Suites by HiltonResponsible for the following markets:Government, Sports, First Nations, and Social, Military, Education, Religious and Fraternal (SMERF)

Dartmouth

- Delivered significant impact to the profitability and business growth for this worldwide company by ensuring company goals are not compromised while meeting clients needs and expectations- Spearheaded action plans, proposals and contracts in order to generate sales- Built client relationships by preparing and creating tailored presentations to clients- Analyzed and interpreting weekly reporting on sales activity and productivity - Networked at various functions/events in order to boost sales and business growth- Adhered to sales quotas of prospecting calls, sales calls & site visits

Dartmouth

- Composed and submitted complex funding proposals in order to exceed all sales goals- Generated business growth and public awareness of the organization by maintaining solid business relationships with community partners, volunteers and funders/investors via meetings & trade shows- Secured an additional four new major funding sources to support various programs- Collaborated with the Executive Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters on a regular basis

Halifax

- Implemented effective marketing and sales strategies in a prompt and cost-effective manner- Cultivated strong relationships with customers and wholesalers throughout Canada and the U.S.A.- Ensured a dynamic work environment while recruiting and training four sales representatives- Completed all aspects of sales & marketing, budgeting and media inquiries- Increased business growth and client loyalty by promoting services at various events/tradeshows

- Delivered over 100 business presentations to schools and over 20 sales focused presentations to various businesses- Liaised with the Training Department to develop business training curriculum for adults and youth- Consulted with community organizations, local schools, entrepreneurs and key stakeholders on community programs and services- Completed several funding proposals and prepared budgets that were streamlined to specific goals and vision