Executive Meeting Manager; EMM

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Executive Meeting Manager (EMM) to join our Sales & Catering team! As the EMM, you will be responsible for generating revenue by selling and coordinating group meetings, events, and social functions at our hotel. You’ll play a key role in driving business growth by prospecting new clients, managing event logistics, and ensuring a seamless experience for clients and attendees.

You will work closely with our Director of Sales and operations teams to execute high-quality events that exceed expectations.

• Actively solicit, negotiate, and secure group bookings for meetings, conferences, and social events.
• Advanced level of producing room, banquet, and room rental revenue through directly soliciting business via aggressive prospecting, making presentations, developing contracts, negotiating and closing sales.
• Respond to inbound inquiries and prospect new business opportunities.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, event planners, and local businesses.
• Conduct site visits and presentations to showcase our hotel’s meeting spaces and services.

• Collaborate with clients to understand their event needs, including room setups, food & beverage, AV, and more.
• Work alongside the food and beverage teams to ensure smooth event execution.
• Prepare contracts, proposals, and event orders with detailed specifications.
• Ensure clear and effective communication of event details across departments.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients before, during, and after events.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to encourage repeat business and referrals.
• Handle last-minute changes or challenges with professionalism and efficiency.
• Follow up with client’s post-event to gather feedback and strengthen relationships.

• Maintain accurate records in the hotel’s Sales System.
• Prepare weekly and monthly sales reports for the Director of Sales.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and market opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to hotel policies and brand standards.

• Proven experience in event sales, planning, or coordination, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects effectively.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

• We offer a competitive wage, Health and Dental Insurance, company paid Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Vision, Critical Illness, Accidental, 401(k) and company match, Paid Time Off (PTO), free hotel rooms and hotel discounts.