Private Event Sales Coordinator

The Private Event Sales Coordinator role at The Gathering Spot will market, sell and coordinate event spaces across our national network of clubs in Atlanta, Los Angeles, and Washington DC. The incumbent will handle customer inquiries and oversee the coordination of all event information and resources, and will be responsible for account management, sales prospecting and business development.

• Account management, business development, market research, sales prospecting, public relations, customer relationship management, event planning and coordination, logistics oversight, revenue management, and communications.
• Prepare proposals for clients and maintain well-organized event records.
• Build and maintain working relationships with internal and external partners to deliver innovative and memorable events.
• Active involvement in the hospitality and event planning industries and pursuit of new market opportunities to increase event sales.
• Meet with clients regularly and conduct tours of the event facility; provide accurate and timely information to clients, vendors, and meeting planners; focus on improving customer satisfaction to create loyalty and deliver a positive event experience.

• 3 to 5 years of experience in organizing and managing events, including corporate meetings, trainings, luncheons, weddings, and other special occasions strongly preferred
• Understanding of market segments, competitors' strengths and weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand
• Strong understanding of negotiation and interpretation of contracts
• High-energy and creative, with excellent customer service and sales skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required; bachelor’s degree and/or Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) certification preferred