Stephen Ashby Email & Phone Number

Las Vegas, Nv

*I currently handle the west coast market; verticals included Conference Direct, HPN, Diversity & International Markets. *2011-120 % of goal, 2012-140% of goal, 2013 already reached 100% of year end goal*I represent the property at trade shows, presentations, site visits, & sales trips.*Developing proposals, negotiating business terms for contracts requiring function space, catering, and audio visual while maximizing potential revenue. *Building and maintaining positive relationships with established and prospective clients

Greater Chicago Area

*Implemented, installed, supported and trained all hotel staff on a PMS System called Opera. *Self managed & Traveled 95% of the time all over North America for last 2 years. *Responsible for completing hotel installs every 10 -14 days depending on the project. *Gained further experience in understanding the client’s needs and consistently exceeded their expectations throughout the install process.

Las Vegas

*Assisted in selling condominiums for an unprecedented 8 billion dollar development *Gained valuable sales experience while providing high-end clients and agents with exceptional service throughout the sales process.*Responsible for all new hire training.

Las Vegas, Nevada Area

*Responsible for controlling and managing the front desk of a 4,400 room hotel resort and casino.*Supervised as many as 50 employees per shift.*Became an expert in handling & solving customer complaints.

Las Vegas, Nevada Area

*Part of six-month management training program for the hotel, including management roles in several departments including Front Desk, Housekeeping, Sales, Catering, Security & Casino.