Hospitality and Event Planning Network (HEPN) for 20 October 2008
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*** The Short Self-Pitch (SSP)
*** Upcoming Conferences
1. Audio Visual Sales Manager; Swank Audio Visual; Palm Springs, CA
2. Marketing Events Intern $13/hour; RedPrairie; Alpharetta, GA
3. Event Manager; Shire Pharmaceuticals Inc; Wayne, PA
4. Housing & Meeting Coordinator; American Dental Association; Chicago,
IL
5. National Sales Manager; MGM MIRAGE; Chicago, IL
6. Senior Director of Sales and Marketing; American Association of
Diabetes Educators; Chicago, IL
7. ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER – LOS ANGELES CONVENTION CENTER; City of
Los Angeles; Los Angeles, CA
8. Sales Coordinator; National Association of Broadcasters; Washington,
DC
9. Meeting Planner; American Association of Diabetes Educators; Chicago,
IL
10. Event / Conference Project Manager; International Society for
Technology in Education; Eugene, OR
11. Intern; Concepts Worldwide Inc.; San Diego, CA
12. Convention & Tradeshow Coordinator; SmithBucklin Corporation;
Washington, DC
13. Conference Registrar; International Baccalaureate; New York, NY
14. Conference Administrative Assistant; International Baccalaureate;
New York, NY
15. Education Department Director; California Special Districts
Association; Sacramento, CA
16. Project Director; GO West Events & Multimedia; Westlake Village, CA
17. Commissioned Sales / Speakers Bureau; Macmillan; New York, NY /
Remote
18. Meeting/Event Planner; Association of State and Territorial
Officials; Arlington, VA
19. Director of Conference Services; Council for Christian Colleges &
Universities; Washington, DC
20. Meeting Manager; J. Spargo & Associates, Inc.; Fairfax, VA
21. Show Programs Coordinator; The Vision Council; Alexandria, VA
22. Manager – Trade Show & Sponsorships; Association of Corporate
Counsel; Washington, DC
23. Meeting Coordinator; American Medical Directors Association;
Columbia, MD
24. Design Manager; BRING IT ON! DALLAS; Carrollton, TX
25. Manager Extreme Sports Fundraising Events; Lawyers Without Borders;
Connecticut
26. Sales & Marketing Manager; Morton's The Steakhouse; Arlington, VA
27. Conference Director; Thomson Reuters; Washington, DC
28. Director of Annual and Regional Meeting; National Rural Electric
Cooperative Association; Arlington, VA
29. Director of Sales; City of Saint Charles CVB; St. Charles, MO
30. Destination Services Specialist; Visit Fairfax; McLean, VA
31. CEO; DMO within Canada; Toronto, ON, Canada
32. Convention Services Manager; NYC & Company; New York, NY
33. Market Research Analyst; Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau;
Grapevine, TX
34. Director of Destination Services; Savannah Area Convention and
Visitors Bureau; Savannah, GA
35. Director of Corporate Programs (15011); Executive Director, Inc.;
Milwaukee, WI
36. Coordinator, Philanthropic Leadership Summits – West Conshohocken,
PA; John Templeton Foundation; West Conshohocken, PA
37. Event and Meeting Planner; Lean Enterprise Institute; Cambridge, MA
38. Global Sales Director, Corporate Group, N.Y.; Wyndham Hotel Group;
New York, NY
39. Senior Director, ESPN RISE Events; Disney; Torrance, CA
40. Catering Director; Aramark; Harrisonburg, VA
41. Catering Director; Aramark; Washington, DC
42. Catering Director; Aramark; Delaware
43. Catering Manager – (Business Dining) – Chattanooga, TN; Aramark;
Chattanooga, TN
44. Catering Manager – Business Services – New York, NY; Aramark; New
York, NY
45. Catering Manager – Conference Centers – Princeton, NJ; Aramark;
Princeton, NJ
46. Catering Manager- Huntsville, TX; Aramark; Huntsville, TX
47. Catering Manager- San Antonio; Aramark; San Antonio, TX
48. Senior Catering Sales Manager, Convention Ctr; Aramark; Tucson, AZ
49. ARAMARK NATIONAL EVENTS – Catering Sales Director; Aramark; Chicago,
IL
50. Catering Sales Manager, Convention Center; Aramark; New Orleans, LA
51. Director of Conference Planning; Aramark; Washington, DC
52. District Manager – Corporate Dining – Dallas, TX; Aramark; Dallas,
TX
53. Assistant Director of Food Service Operations, Convention Center;
Aramark; Richmond, VA
54. Assistant Food and Beverage Manager – Conference Centers –
Shepherdstown, WV; Aramark; Shepherdstown, WV
55. Catering Operations Manager – Wachovia Center, Philadelphia, PA;
Aramark; Philadelphia, PA
************* The Short Self-Pitch (SSP) *********************
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************* Upcoming Conferences *************
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next newsletter.
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1. Audio Visual Sales Manager; Swank Audio Visual; Palm Springs, CA
http://www.mpiweb.org/cms/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=7461
2. Marketing Events Intern $13/hour; RedPrairie; Alpharetta, GA
http://www.mpiweb.org/cms/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=7462
3. Event Manager; Shire Pharmaceuticals Inc; Wayne, PA
http://www.mpiweb.org/cms/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=7463
4. Housing & Meeting Coordinator; American Dental Association; Chicago,
IL
The American Dental Association is dedicated to promoting the public's
health through its initiatives in research, education, advocacy, public
awareness and the development of standards. We have an exciting
opportunity for a Housing & Meeting Coordinator.
This position's main responsibilities include, but are not limited to,
coordinating the corporate hotel program offered to ADA members
traveling to Chicago; managing the Chicago reservations for the Board of
Trustee meetings; arranging dental school site visit hotel contracts
around the country; providing support to the Meetings & Housing Manager
with all aspects of housing, meetings and related group planning, as
well as providing on-site logistical support for ADA business meetings
for Annual Session; providing support to the Meetings & Housing Manager
with planning off-site ADA meetings throughout the year.
The position requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of two years
administrative work experience OR a minimum of six years administrative
work experience; previous association experience working with members
and volunteers; experience in meeting planning, hotels and contracting;
excellent time management, organizational, verbal, written and
analytical skills; must be able to work independently, handle multiple
projects and meet deadlines; must be detail-oriented; must be proficient
in MS Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook). This position also requires
(light to moderate) travel to Annual Session and travel to one to two
other site visits or meetings as needed. Highly Desirable Skills
Include: Experience working with upper management; familiarity with
Access; participation in meetings industry organization (such as PCMA or
MPI).
Response Information: Please send resume and salary requirements, to:
The American Dental Association, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Job code: PR #
6177, Chicago, IL 60611. E-mail: jobs@ada.org. www.ada.org/goto/jobs
5. National Sales Manager; MGM MIRAGE; Chicago, IL
http://www.mpiweb.org/cms/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=7467
6. Senior Director of Sales and Marketing; American Association of
Diabetes Educators; Chicago, IL
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4847992
7. ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER – LOS ANGELES CONVENTION CENTER; City of
Los Angeles; Los Angeles, CA
For a complete description, visit
http://www.lacity.org/per/exams/execute.htm
. The Assistant General Manager recruited through this search reports
to LACC's General Manager/CEO and will be involved with all aspects of
operations necessary for sustained and enhanced financial and service
success of LACC.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· A Bachelor's Degree from a recognized four-year college or
university or equivalent experience; and
· Two years of experience as a Senior Level Manager/Executive in
a Convention Center or other multi-purpose public assembly facility or
venue managing staff of divisions within the facility; or
· Four years of experience as a Senior Level Manager/Executive in
a large public/private entity managing staff with service level, revenue
center and profit and loss responsibilities; or
· Four years of experience as a Senior Level Manager in a large
public/private entity managing staff responsible for event production
and market sector analysis and management.
Interested candidates should immediately submit by U.S. mail or email a
letter of interest; 3 work-related references; and a resume, including
position titles, dates, duties and responsibilities, salary history, and
organization chart, to:
Diane D. Morales, Senior Executive Recruiter
City of Los Angeles, Personnel Department
700 East Temple Street, Room 100
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Phone: (213) 473-9397
Fax: (213) 473-9324
per.execsearch@lacity.org
After a review of resumes, only the most qualified candidates will be
scheduled for an interview.
THE FILING PERIOD WILL REMAIN OPEN ONLY UNTIL SUFFICIENT RESUMES ARE
RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE.
The City of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
8. Sales Coordinator; National Association of Broadcasters; Washington,
DC
The National Association of Broadcasters – trade association that
advocates on behalf of more than 8,300 free, local radio and television
stations and also broadcast networks before Congress, the Federal
Communications Commission and the Courts – has an exciting opportunity
available as a Sales Coordinator within our Conventions and Business
Operations Department.
NAB has two annual trade shows which combined total over 900,000 square
feet of exhibit space and over 110,000 attendees. The Sales Coordinator
is responsible to provide critical sales support to the Vice President
and Account Executives in order to maximize sales of exhibit space and
sponsorship. The Sales Coordinator contributes to the success of NAB's
Sales Team by providing excellent customer service and logistical
support so that exhibitors and sponsors derive maximum value from their
investment in the NAB Show and other events. Some of the specific
responsibilities are:
* Contribute to building and maintaining solid relationships with
current and potential exhibitors and sponsors by responding to incoming
phone inquiries and e-mails in a timely and efficient manner;
* Coordinate and execute key customer communications such as
invoicing, contract administration, customer letters, exhibit related
materials and correspondence;
* Assist account executives in tracking business activities of
companies within the account executives' territories;
* Plus much more
Successful candidates will possess a bachelor's degree with two to three
years experience in the trade show industry. Must have a proven ability
to operate and excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented sales environment.
Proven telephone customer service experience. Detail oriented,
flexible, problem solver. Strong organizational, written and verbal
communication skills. Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and CRM
software such as Goldmine and Salesforce. Highly motivated and goal
oriented.
Please visit our Web site for a full listing about this exciting
opportunity: http://www.nab.org/. Send cover letter with salary range
and resume to HR@nab.org with “Sales Coordinator search” in the subject
line.
9. Meeting Planner; American Association of Diabetes Educators; Chicago,
IL
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4847950
10. Event / Conference Project Manager; International Society for
Technology in Education; Eugene, OR
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4846456
11. Intern; Concepts Worldwide Inc.; San Diego, CA
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4846102
12. Convention & Tradeshow Coordinator; SmithBucklin Corporation;
Washington, DC
SmithBucklin is the world's largest association management and
professional services company providing flexible, tailored full-service
management and function/project-specific services to more than 225 trade
associations, professional societies, technology user groups, government
institutes/agencies and corporations. SmithBucklin's mission is to drive
growth and build sustained competitiveness for client organizations.
Our Washington, D.C. office has an opportunity available for a
Convention and Tradeshow Coordinator responsible for achieving excellent
customer service and satisfaction by implementing all Client convention
needs, coordinating the work of self and others in a fast paced
environment and demonstrating the ability to manage projects and people
resources to meet strategic objectives.
Demonstrated Experience:
. Coordinating all aspects of annual conferences and seminars
(pre-planning, on-site execution, and post event wrap up, research and
recommendations for future sites, and conference promotions).
. Financial management including budget creation, monitoring
revenue/expense performance, fee collection, and staff time and fees
. Allocating time according to budget while ensuring that work meets
specifications and deadlines.
. Adapting to crisis situations, changing procedures, methods or
processes.
. Developing and maintaining solid relationships with
exhibitors/sponsors.
. Contributing effective ideas to client strategic planning and analysis
processes.
. Travel and work overtime as needed to attend events and client
meetings
. Assuming lead meeting planning responsibilities for multiple accounts.
. Contributing to overall team success by identifying problems and
proactively seeking out methods to improve self-performance and/or
efficiency of an operation or task.
Qualifications:
. Bachelors degree required
. Minimum of 3-4 years experience in convention/tradeshow industry or
event/meeting planning
. PC experience with Windows operating system and a variety of software
programs (Microsoft Office, and/or exhibit software)
. Excellent knowledge of meeting industry terminology and comprehensive
knowledge of meeting planning processes
. Ability to self start as well as work as part of a team
. High level of professionalism
. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
. Strong time management and ability to manage concurrent tasks
efficiently
. High level of detail orientation
. Strong customer service skills
SmithBucklin is proud to offer the following benefits which include but,
are not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k),
Tuition Reimbursement and Educational Assistance. To learn more about
SmithBucklin Corporation, visit www.smithbucklin.com.
Please note! To be considered for this opening:
. Salary requirements must be included
. Attach resume as either a MS Word doc or pdf
. Submit resumes either via recruiting website or e-mail
We are an EOE M/F/D/V affirmative action employer.
HR Recruiter
SmithBucklin Corporation
2025 M Street, N.W. Suite 800
Washington, D.C. 20036
Email: WashingtonHR@smithbucklin.com
13. Conference Registrar; International Baccalaureate; New York, NY
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4845807
14. Conference Administrative Assistant; International Baccalaureate;
New York, NY
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4845781
15. Education Department Director; California Special Districts
Association; Sacramento, CA
California Special Districts Association, the recognized voice for all
special districts, providing advocacy, outreach and member services is
currently looking for our next Education Director.
The Education Director serves as the lead staff to the Education
Committee and is responsible for providing the overall education team
leadership. The Education Director will be responsible for developing
and implementing a comprehensive annual education marketing plan for
CSDA and each of the managed organizations.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
. Development and implementation of an annual education plan to be
approved by the Executive Director and the CSDA Education Committee.
. Manage the development and delivery of all education programs,
workshops, government affairs days and conferences for California
Special Districts Association, Special District Leadership Foundation,
Special District Risk Management Authority, and all other organizations
brought in under administrative services agreements.
. Research, implement and evaluate new education programs, distance
learning, and other options to bring education to members.
. Supervision of the Meetings Coordinator, the Education Assistant, and
temporary staff as needed.
. Identify, cultivate and support faculty and speakers for all programs
. Develop and implement strategy to evaluate the quality and
effectiveness of all education programs and report the results in a
timely manner
. Oversee logistics and ensure the meeting planning process for all
training and education programs is effective and efficient
. Directly accountable for the education budgets (managing expenses and
revenues) and meeting the established goals
. Develop and implement a needs assessment strategy to ensure a
proactive approach to offering education to special districts
Minimum Qualifications:
. BA/BS in communications, education, marketing, or related field from
an accredited university required. Non-profit marketing, program
development and customer service experience will be a plus. iMIS
experience preferred.
Benefits include:
. Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays and other benefits, as described in
the CSDA Personnel Guidelines.
. Health, vision and dental benefits, following qualification (employee
and family).
. Flexible Benefit Plan offered, including a medical flexible spending
account (FSA).
. Participation in CalPERS, 2% at 60, 100% employer paid.
Salary $56,847 – $73901 annually
Send resume, cover letter and references to scottk@csda.net
16. Project Director; GO West Events & Multimedia; Westlake Village, CA
National Award Winning Creative Event & Multimedia Production Company,
seeking a seasoned industry player to join our team as Project Director.
The Project Director role must have at minimum 8 years experience
working with clients in the areas of event management, logistics, client
content delivery and brand experience. Regarding internal
communications, the candidate must possess the ability to communicate
clearly and professionally with team members – impeccable organizational
skills are a must. Creativity is highly desired.
In the role of Project Director, the desired candidate must possess the
skills to manage and motivate others to greatness. Exceptional people
skills are required. This is a highly creative, fast-paced environment
where everyone works together in team mode. Candidate must be
highly-motivated, flexible and able to multi-task. Travel is a must,
both domestically and internationally.
Minimum of 8 years in the event industry.
Must have experience in Creative Oversight.
Must be a confident public speaker.
Must be an excellent communicator with team, client and vendors.
Must have experience in producing $1 million+ sized programs.
Must have experience with out of state and out of country programs.
Must have experience in negotiating with vendors and unions.
please send resumes and references to:cfrost@gowestevents.com
16. Administrative Assistant, Meetings & Member Affairs; ASME; Houston,
TX
ASME is a 127,000 member professional organization focused on the
technical, educational and research issues and needs of the engineering
and technology communities. Our International Petroleum Technology
Institute based in Houston, TX, has an outstanding opportunity for a
well organized, results oriented individual who will provide
administrative support in the areas of meetings & events, corporate &
member relations, and committee operations.
Responsibilities include coordinating the logistics, set-up, preparation
of promotional materials and mailings associated with division's
meetings and events. Will be the student chapter liaison and primary
information source for division inquiries. Will compile Executive
Committee meeting minutes and provide other general administrative
support duties as needed. Provides support at on-site events when
necessary and assists in processing registration and payments. Requires
a minimum of 3 yrs. of administrative office experience, strong PC
skills & proficiency in Word, Excel & PowerPoint. Individual must be
able to work independently, be service oriented, and have the ability to
work with all levels of staff, including volunteers and members.
Excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to
work on multiple projects simultaneously essential.
We offer a competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package.
Only those candidates selected for further consideration will be
contacted. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please send your
resume, along with salary requirements to: email: crecruitment@asme.org
17. Commissioned Sales / Speakers Bureau; Macmillan; New York, NY /
Remote
Startup division of a global media company looking for meetings industry
professionals to act as commissioned sales reps for our speakers bureau.
We're excited to represent some of the best and brightest speakers in
the marketplace, as well as first-rate emerging talent, and we are
looking for someone with knowledge of the industry and sales experience.
This is the ideal opportunity for someone who needs a flexible
schedule, the ability to work from home, and wants to generate income.
High earning potential based on commission.
Please send an email to ellis.trevor@macmillian.com including your
resume and a brief note. We look forward to hearing from everyone
interested and will get back to you as soon as we can.
18. Meeting/Event Planner; Association of State and Territorial
Officials; Arlington, VA
http://www.mpiweb.org/cms/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=7468
19. Director of Conference Services; Council for Christian Colleges &
Universities; Washington, DC
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=3009498
20. Meeting Manager; J. Spargo & Associates, Inc.; Fairfax, VA
We have an opening for an organized, detail and deadline oriented
Meeting Manager. Must be a self-starter with diligent work habits.
Requires: 2+ years experience planning, negotiating, coordinating and
staging association meetings (5 to 2k attendees); planning, budgeting,
and monitoring of event catering/concessions required; excellent
interpersonal, budgetary skills; Word Excel and PowerPoint experience
required as well as excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must be energetic, patient & creative. Travel required 15%-20%.
Excellent benefits.
Fax resume with salary requirement to 703-818-9177 Attn: HR or email
jsajobs@jspargo.com.
21. Show Programs Coordinator; The Vision Council; Alexandria, VA
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=3006852
22. Manager – Trade Show & Sponsorships; Association of Corporate
Counsel; Washington, DC
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=3007054
23. Meeting Coordinator; American Medical Directors Association;
Columbia, MD
Professional association in Columbia, MD is seeking a Meeting
Coordinator to complement our team. Responsibilities include
coordinating logistics for all meetings including site research,
promotion, banquet event orders, audio visual, travel arrangements, and
onsite support.
Responsibilities
Meetings
* Prepares meeting requests and RFPs for all meetings.
* Research potential venues. Conducts site visits as necessary.
* Prepares hotel and vendor regret letters
* Negotiate and obtain special hotel rates for speakers and/or
staff, as needed.
* Coordinate meeting planning including working with hotel
personnel, outside vendors, and convention and visitors bureaus.
* Assists with facility arrangements, including function sheets,
preparing rooming lists, and follow-up correspondence.
* Manage function space assignments for meetings, receptions and
special events (as required).
* Assists with promotional and marketing materials for all meetings
including e-mail marketing.
* Work with Director of Meetings to provide input as to budgets, and
to work with hotels and other vendors to ensure cost efficiencies and to
ensure timely payment of all bills.
* Updates meeting documents in shared network.
* Maintain computers and projectors used for association travel and
oversees the usage.
* Coordinate meeting preparations including signage and supply
ordering.
* Manages and markets Spouse/Guest Program (Annual Symposium)
preparations and onsite activities.
* Manages First Time Attendee Breakfast (Annual Symposium)
preparations and onsite activities.
* Manages the AMDA Ambassadors (onsite temp help at Annual
Symposium)
* Coordinates shipment of meeting materials, and supplies to meeting
site (includes packing and unpacking of boxes)
General
* Responds to or routes inquiries (phone and e-mail) about meetings.
* Fulfills brochure requests.
* Maintains department files including individual meeting files,
site directories, vendor records, and historical files.
* Organizes and maintains meeting supplies.
NOTES: Local Residents Preferred (No Relo).
Additional Salary Information: AMDA offers a competitive salary and
benefits package.
Requirements
College degree in Communications, Business Administration or Hospitality
preferred. Equivalent work experience will be considered. Minimum of 2
years work experience planning meetings with a non profit organization;
excellent communication skills; strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel,
Access and PowerPoint; polished customer service skills; able to work in
a team environment. Some light lifting. Travel required.
If qualified, please send your cover letter, resume and salary history
to hr@amda.com.
24. Design Manager; BRING IT ON! DALLAS; Carrollton, TX
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4847918
25. Manager Extreme Sports Fundraising Events; Lawyers Without Borders;
Connecticut
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4842980
26. Sales & Marketing Manager; Morton's The Steakhouse; Arlington, VA
http://careers.hsmai.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=3007064
27. Conference Director; Thomson Reuters; Washington, DC
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=27246771&jobSummaryIndex=1&agentID=
28. Director of Annual and Regional Meeting; National Rural Electric
Cooperative Association; Arlington, VA
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=27236246&jobSummaryIndex=121&agentID=
29. Director of Sales; City of Saint Charles CVB; St. Charles, MO
Responsibilities: Develops and implements comprehensive sales,
servicing and marketing plans directed at the market segments of
conventions, meetings and conferences, under the direction of the
Director-Convention and Visitors Bureau. $57,611.22 Annually
Qualifications: Applicants must possess a Bachelors Degree and 10 years
experience with convention sales within city government, and privately
managed convention and conference venues. The education requirement may
be substituted with additional experience.
Compensation: $57,611.22 Annually
Contact: Lynn Sgouros
City of Saint Charles Missouri
200 North Second Street
Suite 301
St. Charles, MO 63301
636-949-3232 (phone)
636-940-4606 (fax)
human.resources@stcharlescitymo.gov
http://www.stcharlescitymo.gov
30. Destination Services Specialist; Visit Fairfax; McLean, VA
This is a newly created position in a dynamic, young bureau.
Responsibilities include servicing all visiting groups related to the
business, leisure group and sports markets; assisting with the
operational and ongoing needs of the Visitor Information Centers.
Qualifications: 1. Post secondary diploma/degree in tourism,
communication, marketing or related field 2. Experience in the
hospitality sector and/or customer service positions 3. Excellent
interpersonal communication and organizational skills 4. Able to handle
multiple tasks, work evenings/weekends and address large groups, as
needed 5. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and database management
systems.
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
Contact: Sue Porter
Visit Fairfax
7927 Jones Branch Drive
Suite 100 S.
McLean, Virginia 22102
703-752-9512 (phone)
703-790-5097 (fax)
sporter@fxva.com
31. CEO; DMO within Canada; Toronto, ON, Canada
Our client is a DMO within Canada. We are looking for a CEO for this
growing destination.
Qualifications: 1. University degree in a related field (or a three –
four-year program in tourism from a recognized Canadian Community
College*) accompanied by training in specific tourism sectors; 2. A
minimum of five years experience in tourism involving at least two major
tourism sectors (such as adventure tourism, hospitality management,
travel trade, cultural tourism, sport hunting/fishing); 3. A
demonstrated knowledge of tourism destination marketing and the
international tourism industry through a combination of training and
experience;
Compensation: Excellent compensation plus accommodations allowance,
other benefits!
Contact: Danica Keravica
Lecours Wolfson
116 Spadina Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M5V 2K6
416.703.5482 x226 (phone)
danica@lecourswolfson.com
http://www.lecourswolfson.com
32. Convention Services Manager; NYC & Company; New York, NY
Responsibilities: .Serve as primary contact for meeting planners who
have selected NYC for their event. .Provide excellent customer service
to insure best experience. .Assist meeting planners secure
products/services to optimize strategies & cultivate opportunities.
Qualifications: .Minimum 3 years experience in hospitality, destination
marketing, or sales & account management. .Excellent communication &
problem solving skills. .Ability to independently prioritize & manage
projects. .Bachelors degree preferred Note: This is not a Meeting
Planning position.
Compensation: Send cover letter, resume & salary history to
hrconventionsales&services@nycvisit.com
NYC & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contact: Sally Sutera
NYC & Company
810 Seventh Avenue – 3rd Floor
New York, New York 10019
33. Market Research Analyst; Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau;
Grapevine, TX
Responsibilities: Develops and implements all statistical research
reaquired by the Bureau to reach its goals and to fulfill its mission.
Conducts primary and secondary research projects and develops in-depth
analysis for the Grapevine CVB and various stakeholders.
Qualifications: Four year college degree required in statistics, math
or business administration. Two years of comparable research experience
in convention bureau or business or a combination of education and
experience. Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Access and the
abiltiy to learn statistical survey programing and database programing.
Compensation: Salary based on education and experience.
Contact: George Kakos
Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau
1 Liberty Park Plaza
Grapevine, Texas 76051
817-410-3185 (phone)
817-410-3038 (fax)
gkakos@ci.grapevine.tx.us
http://GrapevineTexasUSA
34. Director of Destination Services; Savannah Area Convention and
Visitors Bureau; Savannah, GA
Responsibilities: Works with meeting planners to determeine support
needed by the organization and attendees; then organizes all operations,
programs and personnel required for servicing conventions and trade
shows.
Qualifications: . 4-year degree in Event Planning, Hospitality,
Tourism, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field. . 4-10
years experience in convention services, event planning, or hospitality.
Hotel background a plus. . Excellent communication, management, and
organizational skills. . Creative and detailed-oriented. . Proficient in
Microsoft Office Suites, Adobe Acrobat, Passkey and Outlook. . Willing
to work specified weekends and evenings.
Compensation: Salary based on experience.
Contact: Bill McKay
Savannah Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
101 E Bay St.
Savannah, GA 31401
(912) 644-6424 (phone)
bmckay@SavannahVisit.com
35. Director of Corporate Programs (15011); Executive Director, Inc.;
Milwaukee, WI
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=3010591
36. Coordinator, Philanthropic Leadership Summits – West Conshohocken,
PA; John Templeton Foundation; West Conshohocken, PA
At the John Templeton Foundation, we recognize that our high aspirations
can only be achieved through the vision and passion of the extraordinary
grantees we support around the world. But these aspirations will be
realized only when we have successfully assembled a team of Foundation
professionals who share our demanding intellectual standards, our
excitement to ask the Big Questions, and our mandate to invest in
cutting-edge initiatives that open up new lines of inquiry and challenge
conventional ways of thinking. We're looking to recruit exceptional
people who can help us identify and inspire exceptional scholars and
scientists capable of advancing our mandate.
Our commitment to fostering a dynamic and innovative employment
experience extends beyond our workplace; our benefits program is
designed to provide the utmost care and well-being for our staff members
and their families. We offer unparalleled healthcare, lifecare and
investment options for our staff.
The Coordinator for Philanthropic Leadership Summits is primarily
responsible for planning and implementing all facets of a series of
high-level meetings for philanthropists and scholars from around the
world. The Foundation has coined these meetings “Philanthropic
Leadership Summits.”
The Coordinator works closely with Dr. Barnaby Marsh, director of this
program, as well as with other key individuals from the Foundation's
executive team.
The optimal candidate for this role is a highly organized person with
great attention to detail, strong writing skills and a record of
successfully engaging thought leaders from various professional fields.
The candidate has 5+ years of professional experience within an event
planning, fundraising, nonprofit or philanthropic setting. A Bachelor's
degree is required; Master's degree preferred.
It is essential for the candidate to possess a strong interest in the
Foundation's mission.
Interested in joining our team? To apply to this unique opportunity or
view other current openings, please visit
http://www.templetoncareers.org/
37. Event and Meeting Planner; Lean Enterprise Institute; Cambridge, MA
http://www.mpiweb.org/cms/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=7475
38. Global Sales Director, Corporate Group, N.Y.; Wyndham Hotel Group;
New York, NY
http://www.mpiweb.org/cms/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=7476
39. Senior Director, ESPN RISE Events; Disney; Torrance, CA
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4848219
40. Catering Director; Aramark; Harrisonburg, VA
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4852648
41. Catering Director; Aramark; Washington, DC
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4852646
42. Catering Director; Aramark; Delaware
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4852645
43. Catering Manager – (Business Dining) – Chattanooga, TN; Aramark;
Chattanooga, TN
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4852634
44. Catering Manager – Business Services – New York, NY; Aramark; New
York, NY
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4852633
45. Catering Manager – Conference Centers – Princeton, NJ; Aramark;
Princeton, NJ
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4852631
46. Catering Manager- Huntsville, TX; Aramark; Huntsville, TX
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4852629
47. Catering Manager- San Antonio; Aramark; San Antonio, TX
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4852628
48. Senior Catering Sales Manager, Convention Ctr; Aramark; Tucson, AZ
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4851930
49. ARAMARK NATIONAL EVENTS – Catering Sales Director; Aramark; Chicago,
IL
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4852832
50. Catering Sales Manager, Convention Center; Aramark; New Orleans, LA
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4852620
51. Director of Conference Planning; Aramark; Washington, DC
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4852534
52. District Manager – Corporate Dining – Dallas, TX; Aramark; Dallas,
TX
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4852493
53. Assistant Director of Food Service Operations, Convention Center;
Aramark; Richmond, VA
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4852813
54. Assistant Food and Beverage Manager – Conference Centers –
Shepherdstown, WV; Aramark; Shepherdstown, WV
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4852800
55. Catering Operations Manager – Wachovia Center, Philadelphia, PA;
Aramark; Philadelphia, PA
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4852627
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