Hospitality and Event Planning Network (HEPN) for 25 February 2008
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This week's edition includes:
*** The Short Self-Pitch (SSP)
*** Upcoming Conferences
1. Director of Operations; Experient, Inc.; San Jose, CA
2. Destination Account Manager; Map Network, a NAVTEQ Company;
Washington, DC
3. Exhibit Manager; FASEB; Bethesda, MD
4. Convention & Meetings Manager; National Communication Association;
Washington, DC
5. Meetings Assistant; Management Solutions Plus, Inc.; Rockville, MD
6. Meetings Technology Specialist; National Association of Community
Health Centers; Bethesda, MD
7. Director, Convention Services; National Automobile Dealers
Association; McLean, VA
8. Events Manager; Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC);
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
9. Associate Executive Director-Continuing Educations, Meetings &
Exhibitions; American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
(AAOMS); Rosemont, IL
10. Meeting & Event Manager; Experient, Inc.; Atlanta, GA
11. Meeting Planner/Program Manager Groups (4987); BCD Travel; Akron, OH
12. Director of Sales; Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley; East Palo
Alto, CA
13. Group Sales Manager; Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley; East Palo
Alto, CA
14. Ad Sales & Marketing: Tourism; Confidential; Chicago, IL
15. Food Service and Facility Rental Director; Ravinia; Chicago, IL
16. Business Development, Meetings & Events; Impact Unlimited, Inc.;
Dayton, NJ
17. Special Events Coordinator; Tyler Arboretum; Media, PA
18. Events Specialist/Senior Events Specialist; Roche Molecular
Diagnostics; Pleasanton, CA
19. Meeting Planner; Worldwide Business Research; New York, NY
20. PLANNER – MEETINGS & GROUPS; American Express; Minneapolis, MN
21. Events Manager; Human Capital Institute; Virtual or Tucson, AZ
22. Manager of Community Development; Meeting Professionals
International; Dallas, TX
23. Operations Manager – Generalists; PRIME Strategies Inc.; Vancouver,
BC, Canada
24. Operations Manager – Project Coordination; PRIME Strategies Inc.;
Vancouver, BC, Canada
25. Operations Manager – Project Management; PRIME Strategies Inc.;
Vancouver, BC, Canada
26. Corporate Events Manager; Infor; Alpharetta, GA
27. Meeting Planner; Synergy Enterprises, Inc.; Silver Spring, MD
28. Sales Representative; Sodexho USA; Atlanta, GA
29. Business Development Manager / Account Executive Consultant; Meeting
Sites Pro, Inc.; Anywhere, CA
30. Director of Meetings Management; The Michigan Association of CPAs;
Troy, MI
31. Training Assistant Coordinator; Heery International; Washington, DC
32. Meetings Manager; Financial Planning Association; Denver, CO
33. Account Sales Manager; National Association of Home Builders;
Washington, DC
34. Meeting Facilitator / Program Manager; National Association of Home
Builders; Washington, DC
35. Meetings and Convention Director; General Federation of Women's
Clubs; Washington, DC
36. Board & Exec. Operations Coordinator; Construction Specifications
Institute; Alexandria, VA
37. Director, Education; Food Marketing Institute; Arlington, VA
38. Associate Director, Events and Education; National Association of
Federal Credit Unions; Arlington, VA
39. Video and Event Production Sales Executive; Leading Authorities,
Inc.; Washington, DC
40. Senior Manager of Shows, Meetings & Conferences; NKBA; Hackettstown,
NJ
41. Convention & Tradeshow Department; SmithBucklin Corporation;
Washington, DC
42. Convention Sales Manager; Rogers Akansas CVB; Rogers, AR
43. Sports Business Development Manager; Greater Oklahoma City Chamber;
Oklahoma City, OK
44. Group Sales Manager; Marketing Telluride Inc.; Telluride, CO
45. Senior Director, Travel Industry Marketing; LA INC. The Convention
and Visitors Bureau; Los Angeles, CA
46. Sales Director, Meetings & Conventions; Annapolis and Anne Arundel
County CVB; Annapolis, MD
47. Sales Manager; High Hotels Ltd.; Lancaster, PA
48. Regional Director of Sales; Newport Hospitality Group, Inc.;
Williamsburg, VA
49. Director of University Events; Northeastern Illinois University;
Chicago, IL
50. National Account Manager; Reed Exhibitions; Norwalk, CT
51. Event Planner; Child Abuse Prevention Center; Orange, CA
52. Marketing Events Administrator; Cisco; San Bruno, CA
53. President & CEO; California Hotel & Lodging Association; Sacramento,
CA
54. Coordinator, Conference Services; American Society of Civil
Engineers; Washington, DC
55. Junior Meeting Planner; Walton-Thomas International; Silver Spring,
MD
************* The Short Self-Pitch (SSP) *********************
I believe that my years of experience and education will add value to
your event planning organization.
· You will benefit from my expertise in coordinating meetings, training
sessions, graduations, large events and conferences. I have coordinated
events requiring audio visual, logistics, presenters, security, and much
more.
· Moreover, my experiences have prepared me to perform comfortably in a
fast-paced, deadline oriented environment. I believe my experience can
make an impact for you.
Camille Robinson
camillerobinson@yahoo.com
770-490-8234
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************* Upcoming Conferences *************
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1. Director of Operations; Experient; San Jose, CA
Experient is currently seeking Director of Operations to be located in
San Jose, CA. As a Director of Operations, you will have direct
responsibility for ensuring Experient delivers the highest quality
product efficiently in accordance with account measures by developing,
implementing and monitoring department process and standards in San Jose
and Raleigh, NC. This position will have overall management of Account
staff to include hiring, managing, and resource coordinating while
providing strategic level leadership in the areas of goal development,
consultation, training and professional development. Requirements
include: 5 -7 years of prior management experience leading a department
toward higher achievement, deep understanding of total event logistics
ranging from sales, registration, housing and logistics planning,
ability to travel 30%, exceptional interpersonal skills, proven
experience with making decisions and process management. To be
considered for this position at Experient, please submit your resume on
our website at http://www.experient-inc.com/careers.html. EOE
2. Destination Account Manager; Map Network, a NAVTEQ Company;
Washington, DC
The Map Network (TMN), (www.mapnetwork.com), a subsidiary of NAVTEQ, the
world's leader in premium quality digital mapping, is a fast-growing
media company focused on the development of rich local content and
location based search. TMN is the official online/print mapping solution
for over 145 cities and over 200 events and venues, including the Super
Bowl, Motorsports Venues, and world renowned museums. The company is
seeking a Destination Account Manager. This position is responsible for
selling our products to Destination's, CVB's, Venue's and Event's.
Job Responsibilities:
* Develop sales relationships with new and existing Destination,
CVB, Venue and Event clients.
* Manage client accounts and generate general sales and ad sales
revenue opportunities in the Destination, CVB, Venue and Event markets.
* Develop and implement community relationship initiatives in target
markets.
* Attend conferences/tradeshows and represent TMN to increase our
presence in our markets and industry.
* Work with various internal departments to build the best
proposal's to offer to new and existing clients
Qualifications:
* 5-10 years industry experience in Destination and Tourism sales or
equivalent.
* Previous CVB experience a plus.
* Track record of consistently meeting sales goals.
* Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
* Ability to work within a dynamic multitasking environment,
establish priorities and meet deadlines
* Four year college degree
evin.frye@navteq.com
http://www.navteq.com
www.mapnetwork.com
3. Exhibit Manager; FASEB; Bethesda, MD
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4219961
4. Convention & Meetings Manager; National Communication Association;
Washington, DC
A 7500 member academic association located in DuPont Circle area seeks
an experienced Convention & Meetings Manager to take responsibility for
all planning and execution for one large (5500-6000 attendee) annual
convention held in various U.S. cities and several small board meetings
typically held in DC area.
Responsibilities will include
* Lead office convention team in all planning, preparation, and
execution of on-site support and logistics for the annual convention
(typically held 2nd or 3rd week of November).
* Supervise one direct report who is responsible for the scheduling
of member-created program content and assisting the Convention &
Meetings Manager in other duties, as assigned.
* Create, monitor, and reconcile the annual budget for the
convention in coordination with CFO.
* Work closely with the Association's 1st Vice-President who is
responsible for overall theme and special event cultivation. This
elected volunteer position rotates annually.
* Provide oversight and direction for local arrangement volunteers
in host city.
* Track and coordinate efforts to expand exhibitors, advertisers &
sponsorships for the annual convention.
* Liaison with vendors who provide support to the convention.
* Make logistical arrangements for one annual board retreat (35
persons) and 2-4 smaller meetings (15 persons) held in the DC metro
region annually.
Limited travel involved (under 10%). The association currently
outsources hotel negotiations to a third-party.
The successful applicant will have:
Minimum of 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in a
non-profit, academic association's meetings and convention department
with duties requiring skills in vendor coordination, event planning,
marketing and writing.
Experience working with high-profile volunteers in a large,
academic-based association.
Experience working in a team-oriented small office.
Evidence of very high-level organizational skills, creativity,
flexibility, problem solving and self starter.
Knowledge of standard practices for large event planning and with
standard convention planning software.
Bachelor's degree required. CMP certification, preferred. Salary
highly competitive.
Founded in 1914, NCA is a non-profit organization of researchers,
educators, students, and practitioners, whose academic interests span
all forms of human communication. NCA is the oldest and largest national
organization serving the academic discipline of Communication. Through
its services, scholarly publications, resources, conferences and
conventions, NCA works with its members to strengthen the profession and
contribute to the greater good of the educational enterprise and
society.
Application Materials
Please submit cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three
professional references to resume@natcom.org. Please include “Convention
& Meetings Manager” in the subject line. Review of applications will
begin March 7, 2008.
5. Meetings Assistant; Management Solutions Plus, Inc.; Rockville, MD
Management Solutions Plus, Inc. is a full service association management
company located in Rockville, MD. MSP offers services including: board
governance, membership promotion, financial management, marketing,
meeting and exposition management, program development, publications
production, public relations, and government affairs.
MSP is proud to be one of a handful of association management companies
to earn accreditation from both the American Society of Association
Executives (ASAE) and the AMCi (Association Management Companies
Institute).
Meetings Assistant
Management Solutions Plus, Inc. is looking for a bright, enthusiastic
individual who would like to learn about meeting planning and
association management. The Meetings Assistant will work closely with
the Vice President of Meetings and assist two other planners in all
logistical operations from site selection, meeting set-ups, food and
beverage, registration, exhibits and sponsorships for small meetings
ranging from 10 to 1,500 attendees.
Qualified candidate must have excellent organizational, oral and written
communication and project management skills. Candidate must be able to
juggle multiple tasks, prioritize and work independently. Some travel.
Mac, Filemaker (database), and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel,
Powerpoint) experience a plus. Hospitality industry-related degree and
at least one year job experience preferred.
Excellent benefits. Please email resume with salary requirements to
Grace L. Jan, CMP, Vice President, Meetings, at gjan@mgmtsol.com.
Contact: Grace L. Jan, CMP
Phone: 240.404.6479
Fax: 301.990.9771
gjan@mgmtsol.com
http://www.mgmtsol.com
6. Meetings Technology Specialist; National Association of Community
Health Centers; Bethesda, MD
National health care association is seeking an experienced person to
ensure that the organization's electronic meeting and marketing efforts
effectively support the organization's objectives. Position is
responsible for all aspects of the electronically submitted education
abstracts, certification and CEU program. Individual is also responsible
for the content of the meeting web sites, tracking web and email
marketing efforts, and providing assistance to team members in the
development of electronic marketing collateral. Successful candidate
will also be responsible for the speaker ready room, managing all
conference materials, continuing education questions and monitoring the
workshops while onsite. Requirements include BA/BS degree or equivalent
related experience in meetings, communications or electronic marketing.
Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and the internet
(experience with iMIS a plus) as well as with proof-reading and editing
a must. Excellent interpersonal skills, strong planning and
organizational skills, exemplary customer service, the ability to manage
multiple projects, work independently and as part of a team, ability to
troubleshoot technology issues and come up with creative, efficient
solutions, and proficiency in Web graphics creation/production also
required. Familiarity with the association environment and knowledge of
health care industry preferred. Send resume, cover letter, salary
history and brief writing sample to employment@nachc.com. No phone calls
please.
7. Director, Convention Services; National Automobile Dealers
Association; McLean, VA
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4217731
8. Events Manager; Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC);
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4217628
9. Associate Executive Director-Continuing Educations, Meetings &
Exhibitions; American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
(AAOMS); Rosemont, IL
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4217542
10. Meeting & Event Manager; Experient, Inc.; Atlanta, GA
Experient is currently seeking a Meeting and Event Manager for our
Atlanta office in the Buckhead area. As a Meeting and Event Manager, you
will have direct responsibility for organizing and managing meeting
details with clients. Duties include consulting with our clients to
improve their meeting experience, recommend and managing supplier
products and services, and provide on-site meeting leadership and
support. Requirements include ability to travel, exceptional
interpersonal skills, strong leadership skills, decision-making
abilities, strong organizational skills, attention to detail and prior
related experience. Prior experience in meeting planning or hotels
required. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package,
along with a superior work environment. To apply for this and other
positions at Experient, please visit
http://www.experient-inc.com/careers.html. EOE
11. Meeting Planner/Program Manager Groups (4987); BCD Travel; Akron, OH
BCD Travel is a fast growing, corporate travel management company
looking for qualified individuals. The following full time opportunity
is available in Akron, OH:
MEETING PLANNER/PROGRAM MANAGER GROUPS
This position is responsible for the development, planning and overall
operational execution of meetings, conferences, and/or special events
for customers. The Program Manager works on a variety of programs
simultaneously and serves as the day-to-day planning contact for each
respective client.
Qualified candidates must have prior meeting planning experience
including on-site trip directing; at least 2 years of experience in
coordinating and/or planning incentives, conventions, conferences and/or
special events preferred. Familiarity with managing outside vendors,
sourcing and negotiating contract services required. This position will
be located at a client on-site in Akron, Ohio; however, must be able to
travel up to 20%.
Only those who meet the qualifications will be considered. Qualified
candidates may email resumes (including salary requirements) to:
angela.hemming@bcdtravel.com. We are an equal opportunity employer.
12. Director of Sales; Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley; East Palo
Alto, CA
This is a senior management position reporting to the Director of
Marketing. Individual would be responsible for managing a team of group
and corporate sales managers, in addition to carrying a group sales
goal. This position also includes various management duties including
hiring staff, conducting performance reviews, preparing payroll and
managing the sales department operation.
Sales responsibilities include: negotiating sales contracts, prospecting
for new business and responding to leads generated though our Worldwide
Sales Office and other sources. This individual would also work closely
with Conference Services and other departments to ensure successful
program operation, as well as implementing procedures to increase
productivity and improve service operations.
This individual's responsibilities include: management of the sales team
to provide leadership and direction to ensure that the team is meeting
monthly sales goals, forecasting group production, analyzing business
opportunities to ensure hotel¿s overall financial objectives are
achieved, providing direction on complex contractual issues, assist with
developing key account relationships, prospecting and soliciting new and
repeat business, planning sales trips to assigned territory (3-5 per
year), conducting local sales calls, achieving established sales goal,
assisting with the execution of hosted client events, development and
performance reviews of managers and administrative support team.
Required Qualification
College degree. Track record of successful sales performance. Experience
in the hotel industry. Previous sales management experience or a minimum
of 5 years of sales experience.
Email your resume to Kelly Nelson, Director of Marketing. Or if you have
questions, you may reach Kelly at 650-470-2871. The email address is
kelly.nelson@fourseasons.com
13. Group Sales Manager; Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley; East Palo
Alto, CA
This is a management level position reporting to the Director of Sales.
Individual would be responsible for managing and developing a sales
territory in order to achieve monthly sales goals. The manager would
negotiate sales contracts, prospect for new business and respond to
leads generated though our Worldwide Sales Office and other sources.
This individual would also work closely with Conference Services to
ensure that there is a successful program operation.
Responsibilities
Prospecting and soliciting new and repeat business, contract
negotiation, sales trips to assigned territory (3-5 per year), local
sales calls, proposal writing, client presentations, site inspections
and entertainment, achieving established sales goal
Required Qualification
College degree, previous hospitality or meeting planning experience.
Prior sales experience preferred. Strong communication skills.
Email your resume to Kelly Nelson, Director of Marketing. Or if you have
questions, you may reach Kelly at 650-470-2871. The email address is
kelly.nelson@fourseasons.com
14. Ad Sales & Marketing: Tourism; Confidential; Chicago, IL
Position Description
Excellent sales & marketing opportunity with well known, innovative
tourism publications. This is a home-based position requiring daily
travel calling on new & established accounts throughout Chicagoland.
Required Qualification
Requires 2+ years experience in sales of print & online advertising.
Sale of meeting planning products highly desirable. You must be
disciplined and self-motivated to achieve sales quotas and
high-potential income. Please be proficient in lead generation and
relationship sales, have a laptop and good computer skills incl CRM.
Email resume and earnings history to: cbwrecruit@earthlink.net
(reference MPI in subject line)
15. Food Service and Facility Rental Director; Ravinia; Chicago, IL
Ravinia Festival (www.ravinia.org) is known worldwide for presenting
concerts, but the dining experience is equal to the music. This
year-round position full-time director of Food Service and Facility
Rental will manage and drive sales of facility rentals and oversee and
work closely with the foodservice operators at Ravinia. The position
will be charged with growing the catering and private-event rental
market, increasing customer satisfaction with existing food services
from fine dining to take-away carts, matching customers to the proper
experience, implementing marketing plans that will increase sales, and
following up with customers feedback. For more information and
qualifications that Ravinia is looking for please go to
http://www.ravinia.org/RavFamily/Empfulltime.aspx#corp.
Mail, fax or email your resume and salary history on or before March 28,
2008 to Ravinia's consultant (no telephone calls please):
Manask & Associates
209 West Alameda Avenue, Suite 103
Burbank, CA 91502
Fax: 818.563-3552
Email: artm@manask.com and angela@manask.com
16. Business Development, Meetings & Events; Impact Unlimited, Inc.;
Dayton, NJ
http://www.mpiweb.org/CMS/mpiweb/JobBank/ViewIndividualJobs.aspx?PK_JOBID=6804
17. Special Events Coordinator; Tyler Arboretum; Media, PA
Tyler Arboretum seeks a FT Special Events Coordinator. 37.5 hours/week.
Benefits.
Responsibilities
Develop and coordinate special events, manage site rentals.
Required Qualification
Special event/rental management experience; organizational, team
interpersonal, and computer skills.
Education
Degree preferred.
Please send resume and cover letter to Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter
Road, Media, PA 19063; FAX to (610) 891-1490; E-Mail to:
abrundage@tylerarboretum.org
18. Events Specialist/Senior Events Specialist; Roche Molecular
Diagnostics; Pleasanton, CA
http://www.mpiweb.org/CMS/mpiweb/JobBank/ViewIndividualJobs.aspx?PK_JOBID=6801
19. Meeting Planner; Worldwide Business Research; New York, NY
WHO WE ARE:
Worldwide Business Research (WBR) is the leading producer of annual
large-scale, executive level business-to-business conferences. Our
portfolio of events is focused in the areas of Retail, Supply Chain,
Defense, Life Sciences, Finance, Technology and Manufacturing. Due to
our market-leading success, we are looking to expand our operations.
WHO YOU ARE:
You have direct event planning experience and are looking for an
exciting opportunity to take your career to the next level.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
In this role, you will be managing a portfolio of diverse events;
responsible for planning and logistics from start to finish.
Responsibilities Include:
– Maintain accurate forecast of costs and maintain WBR's standards of
excellence in keeping with budget
– Client Management: Work with all sponsors/exhibitors in the run-up to
the event ensuring they receive top notch customer service and that all
contractual obligations are met
– Work with hotel to establish menus, audio visual, rooming lists and
room set ups as well as monitor room pick up
– Responsible for onsite execution of the event, including managing the
onsite staff, overseeing registration, monitoring food & beverage
functions, session rooms, the exhibit hall from set up to breakdown, and
evening affairs such as receptions and dinners
– Exhibit management, including floor plans, booth selection, and
coordination with the exposition company
– Key liaison with all speakers ensuring their presentations are
submitted on time and all travel and audio visual needs are met
– Work with external vendors on the creation and timely delivery of
conference materials such as conference documentation, signage and
giveaways such as bags, lanyards, etc.
– Book staff flights and hotel stays
– Responsible for timely delivery of all conference supplies onsite
– Prepare all onsite documents and registration reports
– Database maintenance of speaker and sponsor records
– Reconcile billing at close of event
Requirements:
– Minimum 1 + years direct event management/meeting planning experience
– Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook
– Willingness and desire to travel (Majority of travel is in the U.S.)
– Highly organized with attention to detail
– BA/BS
To Apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter, including your salary
requirements to:
Jacqueline Auld
Director of Meeting Planning
WBR
jauld@wbresearch.com
Please note that resumes without cover letter or salary requirements
will not be considered.
20. PLANNER – MEETINGS & GROUPS; American Express; Minneapolis, MN
When you represent a name like American Express, you have an immediate
professional advantage … respect.
Working virtually in Minneapolis, you will coordinate all logistical
details, including travel, incentives, exhibits and conventions.
Meetings range in size from 10 to 3,000 participants.
Required Qualification
* 5+ years meeting planning experience
* Thoroughly familiar with travel and hospitality industries
* Excellent verbal/written communication skills
* Ability to work within budgetary parameters and handle multiple
projects
* CMP certification desired
We offer top compensation and exciting benefits including
medical/dental/vision plans, 401(k) and much more!
To join our winning team, please visit www.americanexpress.com/jobs and
enter req # 99449BR in the keyword field.
American Express is an equal opportunity employer.
21. Events Manager; Human Capital Institute; Virtual or Tucson, AZ
The Human Capital Institute is responsible for aiding and promoting
strategic human capital management. Strategic human capital management
is the most powerful lever for innovation and growth in today's
knowledge economy. HCI is a membership organization, think tank and
educational resource for the professionals and executives in management,
HR/OD and recruiting, who are at the forefront of this new movement.
The candidate for this position is required to possess excellent
organizational skills, strong oral and written communication skills,
attention to detail and ability to work on multiple events under
deadline pressure. This person must have experience running large client
events as well as managing smaller regional events, program management,
registration and budgets.
The candidate will need to work independently bur participate in team
meetings and updates.
Responsibilities
– Plan, manage, and execute all operational and logistical functions
related to events including: Innovation Tours, Sponsorship Programs,
breakfasts, and Regional Talent Management events.
– Responsible for developing objectives and strategy for events that
align with overall company strategy and objectives.
– Work closely with the marketing team and program manager for events to
help promote and drive attendance to the events.
– Work with sponsors and marketing to develop event agendas and manage
participation of all speakers.
– Align resources to support events including speakers, equipment,
presentations, printed collateral material, promotional items,
registration packets, food and beverage orders, rooming lists, web
registration, etc.
– Communicate effectively with all appropriate groups regarding events
such as: conference overview, timeline, requirements, pre/post event
meetings, etc.
– Research and recommend events by providing costs estimates, resource
analyses, potential ROI, competitors, partners, etc.
– Develop post-event reports and analysis to determine effectiveness of
each event as well as recommendations for similar events.
– Work with participating groups to create as much value as possible
from an event including: analysis and distribution of attendee lists,
facilitating meetings and/or onsite meeting space at event; development,
distribution and analysis of event surveys for executive review.
– Provide budget development and analyses on all events.
– Attend most events to insure registration and program are well
executed.
– Manage sponsors relationships to insure agenda and topic are on target
for audience and program.
Required Qualification
5 Years Experience in event management and program management
Computer knowledge to include Detailed working knowledge of Microsoft
Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
Some college
Please send resume to lware@humancapitalinstitute.org
22. Manager of Community Development; Meeting Professionals
International; Dallas, TX
http://www.mpiweb.org/CMS/mpiweb/JobBank/ViewIndividualJobs.aspx?PK_JOBID=6795
23. Operations Manager – Generalists; PRIME Strategies Inc.; Vancouver,
BC, Canada
http://www.mpiweb.org/CMS/mpiweb/JobBank/ViewIndividualJobs.aspx?PK_JOBID=6794
24. Operations Manager – Project Coordination; PRIME Strategies Inc.;
Vancouver, BC, Canada
http://www.mpiweb.org/CMS/mpiweb/JobBank/ViewIndividualJobs.aspx?PK_JOBID=6793
25. Operations Manager – Project Management; PRIME Strategies Inc.;
Vancouver, BC, Canada
http://www.mpiweb.org/CMS/mpiweb/JobBank/ViewIndividualJobs.aspx?PK_JOBID=6792
26. Corporate Events Manager; Infor; Alpharetta, GA
Infor, a dynamic and growing enterprise software company is looking for
an experienced meeting manager to join our corporate event team. Our
team plans and manages a variety of events in the US and abroad each
year, including small executive meetings; large incentive trips; and an
even larger customer user conference each year. Our events range in size
from 30 – 6000 attendees. We are looking for someone with good business
meeting experience to join our team of meeting planners.
Our meeting managers manage the entire scope of some meetings in
conjunction with several components of our larger meetings. Therefore,
they would be responsible for all aspects of meeting management for
their assigned events including site selection, budget preparation &
management, contract negotiation, project management of overall event,
staff management (both pre-event and on-site), vendor selection &
management, Food & Beverage, Hotel management, production/AV management,
and ability to be onsite at meetings to facilitate the event.
Education
College degree with emphasis in business, marketing, hospitality and/or
communications is preferred.
Send resume to angie.graves@infor.com
27. Meeting Planner; Synergy Enterprises, Inc.; Silver Spring, MD
Position is responsible for planning and coordination of conferences,
peer reviews, and other administrative meetings including site
selection, vendor selection, contract negotiations, database
management/manipulation, lodging and travel. Selected candidate will
also supervise meeting functions onsite and act as the primary liaison
between SEI staff and hotel.
The salary range is in the low to mid 40s.
Responsibilities
Perform hotel searches for meeting space and/or sleeping rooms;
Negotiate hotel contracts;
Generate and update rooming lists;
Work with hotel to prepare room set-up, food & beverage, and other hotel
arrangements;
Set-up audiovisual arrangements as needed;
Contact all applicable vendors as needed;
Prepare logistical and confirmation letters for clients, attendees,
speakers/VIPs, and vendors;
Work with clients to develop meeting materials as necessary;
Prepare reports as required by client ;
Provide onsite support;
Manage the entry of data into conference database, generate reports, and
perform mail merges using MS Access;
Correspond with clients and attendees via phone, email, fax, Federal
Express, and U.S. Mail;
Arrange, facilitate, and otherwise support conference calls;
Supervise the processing and mailing of grant applications;
Oversee travel arrangements for sponsored attendees and speakers/VIPs;
Track budget as needed (ODCs only);
Manage supply inventory and order as needed;
Work with IT staff to develop conference websites for logistical
information and/or online registration.
Required Qualification
Minimum of 2 years meeting planning experience (preferably with a
government contractor), proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
(especially MS Access), attention to detail and excellent organization
skills (oral, written, and electronic), a high customer service
orientation, and able to remain calm under pressure. Position requires
travel and extended hours including weekends.
Education
Bachelor's degree preferred
When applying, please email to HR at fedler@sei2003.com and indicate the
following code on the subject line:
MP-MPI 021908
28. Sales Representative; Sodexho USA; Atlanta, GA
As a member of the marketing and sales division, the Sales
Representative participates in the planning, organization and
performance of special events and catering at Zoo Atlanta.
Coordinates inside and outside sales, networking and marketing efforts.
ROLE-SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Answering Phone Calls / emails
Filling Inquiry Forms
Sending venue rental and catering information
Conducting site visits
Helping clients w/ any requests
Sending event proposals, invoices, BEOs
Event Notices, Surveys, Follow-up w/ client
Planning Event (including entertainment, arrival, departure) and hand
over to Event Coordinator
Work Events (acts as an Event Coordinator) on occasion
Required Qualification
Minimum of 3 years of related work experience.
Familiar w/ Windows Office
Education
Bachelors Degree in related field.
Please send resume to Anthony Smith, General Manager
Fax # 404.627.2809 or email anthony.smith@sodexhousa.com
29. Business Development Manager / Account Executive Consultant; Meeting
Sites Pro, Inc.; Anywhere, CA
Meeting Sites Pro is a full service worldwide meeting and event planning
company located in San Diego. We are a small woman owned business and
are seeking a Business Development / Account Executive Consultant. The
ideal candidate will be self motivated, driven, confident and persistent
with a successful sales track record and existing relationships. You
must be knowledgeable, professional, skilled in our industry and in
communicating on the phone, in emails, and in person. This position is
very flexible allowing you to manage your work/life balance from
anywhere around the USA. We will also provide support and resources for
a home-based operation if desired.
Responsibilities
– Make sales calls to prospective clients via phone and in person
– Attend networking meetings
– Develop new business opportunities
– Maintain client database
– Prepare various account communications, mailers, letters, etc.
– Perform site selection and contract negotiation process
– Integrate existing business contracts to MSP
Required Qualification
– Entrepreneurial spirit, drive and work ethic
– Current industry relationships
– Knowledge of Excel, MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and internet-based
applications
– In depth knowledge of the hospitality and/or third party planning
industries
– Professional appearance and demeanor
If you have industry experience and want to control your schedule,
workload, and earning potential, this is the perfect job for you. For
consideration, please email your confidential resume with salary
requirements to jobs@meetingsitespro.com. Thank you.
30. Director of Meetings Management; The Michigan Association of CPAs;
Troy, MI
Nonprofit professional Association, selected by Crain's Detroit Business
in 2007 as a Cool Place to Work, is seeking an experienced meeting
planning professional for an open management position. Primary
responsibilities include the management of logistics for Association
continuing professional education programs, trade shows, and special
events.
Responsibilities
– Day-to-day supervision of one direct report
– Research, negotiate, and contract meeting space for Association
meetings, training programs, trade shows, set design, and audio visual
needs
– Manage the facility budget for all events
– Organize required catering services, communications/audio visual
set-ups, security; oversee overnight accommodation arrangements
– Oversee facility requirements for VIP and Board of Director events
– Review/approve facility invoices for conferences, trade shows, special
events, and VIP/Board of Director events
– Develop and maintain strong relationships with facilities and third
party vendors
– Serve as liaison between meeting facilities and Association staff
regarding arrangements for meetings and education sessions
– Ensure the production of accurate reports and schedules
Required Qualification
– Bachelor's Degree; Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) preferred
– Seven to ten years progressive meetings management experience
– Five to seven years hands-on management/supervision experience
– Exceptional event/hotel negotiation skills and contract/invoice review
experience
– Ability to work directly with high-level management
– Ability to work with minimal supervision
– Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and database
software
– Excellent communication and organizational skills
– Some overnight travel
Send, fax, or e-mail resume and salary requirements:
MACPA/Meeting Professional
PO Box 5068
Troy, MI 48007-5068
Fax: (248) 267-3785
E-mail: sporter@michcpa.org
31. Training Assistant Coordinator; Heery International; Washington, DC
http://www.mpiweb.org/CMS/mpiweb/JobBank/ViewIndividualJobs.aspx?PK_JOBID=6786
32. Meetings Manager; Financial Planning Association; Denver, CO
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2819015&keywords=&ref=1
33. Account Sales Manager; National Association of Home Builders;
Washington, DC
Great opportunity to be a part of one of the nation's largest tradeshow
while earning a base salary plus commission! Seeking telemarketer or
other related experience with 2 to 4 years of demonstrated sales
success. This is your chance to be part of a dynamic sales team in an
association representing the home building industry. Excellent benefits
package also available. Requires an aggressive, outgoing sales
professional, to sell sponsorship and promotions for the largest
residential and light commercial building industry trade show in the
U.S. Tradeshow experience preferred but not required. Must be
comfortable with making cold calls. This is a full-time position with a
base salary and aggressive incentive compensation package.
Must apply online at http://www.nahb.org/jobs.
34. Meeting Facilitator / Program Manager; National Association of Home
Builders; Washington, DC
Large trade association is seeking a mid-level association management
professional with 3 to 6 years experience. Successful candidate must
have demonstrated strong management skills in a member/volunteer
environment. Applicant must have prior experience managing volunteer
committees, task forces, or board of directors. Extensive travel up to
25 meetings per year is required. Knowledge of association governance,
board/staff partnerships, and the building industry is preferred. Must
have at least 3 years of meeting management/facilitation experience and
demonstrated ability to act as the lead contact for the various
meetings. Must have strong knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel).
Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
Must apply online at http://www.nahb.org/jobs.
35. Meetings and Convention Director; General Federation of Women's
Clubs; Washington, DC
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2817409&keywords=&ref=1
36. Board & Exec. Operations Coordinator; Construction Specifications
Institute; Alexandria, VA
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2817791&keywords=&ref=1
37. Director, Education; Food Marketing Institute; Arlington, VA
The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) is a dynamic national trade
association, representing the supermarket industry. We are seeking an
Director, Education to develop, market, plan, implement and evaluate
specialized educational programs and conferences in response to member
needs. Specific duties include: determining industry trends through
steering committee meetings, and conducting surveys, creating marketing
strategies, recruiting speakers, and creating project budgets.
Additional responsibilities include: , conducting post-program
evaluation, and implementing revisions and enhancements. Candidate must
be able to travel to conferences.
The ideal candidate will have three years program development and
meeting planning experience. Candidate will have strong computer skills
with an ability to use database software, and in-depth knowledge of
budgeting process. Strong time management and excellent public speaking
skills are a must.
We offer an outstanding benefits package including: health, dental (with
low monthly premiums), 401(k) plan, flexible spending plan, yearly
professional development and training opportunities, 12 paid holidays
and much more! We are conveniently located in Crystal City, Virginia
just a few blocks from the Metro. If you want to work in a flexible
environment that encourages personal and professional growth, and work
with a fun team, please apply.
HOW TO APPLY: Send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to
ssimpson@fmi.org or via fax at 202-220-0881. Feel free to also visit
our website at www.fmi.org/careers/ to apply.
FMI is an equal opportunity employer
38. Associate Director, Events and Education; National Association of
Federal Credit Unions; Arlington, VA
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2814959&keywords=&ref=1
39. Video and Event Production Sales Executive; Leading Authorities,
Inc.; Washington, DC
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2815018&keywords=&ref=1
40. Senior Manager of Shows, Meetings & Conferences; NKBA; Hackettstown,
NJ
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2815430&keywords=&ref=1
41. Convention & Tradeshow Department; SmithBucklin Corporation;
Washington, DC
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2814346&keywords=&ref=1
42. Convention Sales Manager; Rogers Akansas CVB; Rogers, AR
Primary responsibility will be focused on multi-hotel and convention
center business. Capable of researching and developing prospect and lead
information from a variety of sources that creates business
opportunities. Strong connections with SMERF markets a major plus.
Qualifications:
Should have 3-5 years of CVB, hotel, convention center or related
hospitality industry sales experience with proven ability to achieve
goals. E-mail resumes only to: tgalyon@rogerslowell.com
Compensation:
Compensation commensurate with experience. Incentive plan and benefits
package
Contact:
Tom Galyon
Rogers Arkansas CVB
317 W. Walnut
Rogers, AR 72756
tgalyon@rogerslowell.com
http://www.visitrogersarkansas.com
43. Sports Business Development Manager; Greater Oklahoma City Chamber;
Oklahoma City, OK
Sports Business Development Manager will identify prospective sporting
events and prepare / present bid proposals required to solicit and book
sports and athletic events for Oklahoma City.
Qualifications:
– Bachelor's degree in marketing, public relations, business or meeting
destination management.
– Minimum 4 years experience in sports related marketing. -Previous CVB
experience preferred.
– Knowledge of amateur sports market.
– Strong written/verbal skills.
– Self-starter will ability to set/achieve sales goals.
– Must be willing to travel as required.
Compensation:
We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package. Please email
resume to kspringer@okcchamber.com by February 29, 2009.
Contact:
Karen Springer
Greater Oklahoma City Chamber
123 Park Avenue
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102
4052978900 (phone)
4052978962 (alt. phone)
4052978986 (fax)
kspringer@okcchamber.com
http://www.okcchamber.com
44. Group Sales Manager; Marketing Telluride Inc.; Telluride, CO
Responsibilities:
Produce solid lodging bookings for the towns of Mountain Village and
Telluride, Knowledge of Industry, Create and produce sales presentations
to clients, Fulfillment, Produce accurate reports, Other Duties as
assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Business Administration/Marketing, Hospitality and
Tourism, or related fiel,2-5 years sales experience in a Convention &
Visitors Bureau, Hotel, Convention Center or a combination of education,
experience, and training.
Compensation:
$40,000 DOE
Contact:
Lisa Platt
Marketing Telluride Inc.
PO Box 1009
Telluride, CO 81435
970-728-3041 (phone)
lisa@visittelluride.com
http://www.visittelluride.com
45. Senior Director, Travel Industry Marketing; LA INC. The Convention
and Visitors Bureau; Los Angeles, CA
Position is responsible for setting strategic direction of
sales/marketing to the travel professional. Establish & implement sales
program targeting tour operators, retail travel agents and receptive
operators. Oversee international marketing support programs, including
LA Travel Academy, fam visits, sales missions. Key liaison to community
and domestic industry organizations.
Qualifications:
Experience & in-depth knowledge of travel system channels. Management
skills to motivate team performance, plus set strategic department
direction. Must have strong communication and presentation abilities.
College degree.
Compensation:
Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent, full benefit package,
including 401k.
Contact:
Diane Krueger
LA INC.
333 S. Hope St., 18th Flr.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
213/236-2303 (phone)
213/624-7300 (alt. phone)
213/452-1403 (fax)
dkrueger@lainc.us
http://www.discoverlosangeles.com
46. Sales Director, Meetings & Conventions; Annapolis and Anne Arundel
County CVB; Annapolis, MD
Candidate will market and sell Annapolis and Anne Arundel County,
Maryland as a premiere meeting, conference, and sports destination.
Responsible for developing new business for AAC, maintaining high
visibility in the meeting planning community, executing aggressive sales
and marketing plan to generate hotel room nights to meet or exceed
annual booking goals. Identify and implement sales revenue
opportunities.
Qualifications:
Four-year degree and a minimum 3 years sales experience with a hotel,
CVB, or related hospitality business. Travel required. Proven record of
consistently meeting sales goals. Excellent interpersonal, communication
and presentation skills
Compensation:
Compensation: $41,000 plus commissions
Contact:
Penni O'Hearn
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County CVB
26 West Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
410.280.0445 (phone)
pohearn@visitannapolis.org
http://www.visitannapolis.org/
47. Sales Manager; High Hotels Ltd.; Lancaster, PA
http://careers.hsmai.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2818689&keywords=&ref=1
48. Regional Director of Sales; Newport Hospitality Group, Inc.;
Williamsburg, VA
http://careers.hsmai.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2815598&keywords=&ref=1
49. Director of University Events; Northeastern Illinois University;
Chicago, IL
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4217625
50. National Account Manager; Reed Exhibitions; Norwalk, CT
Reed Exhibitions, the world's leading international event management
organizer is looking to hire the “best of the best”. We are currently
recruiting for a National Account Manager for our Publishing event.
This position will be based in our CT office.
Responsibilities for this position include building relationships with
exhibitors, generating new business and cultivating new prospects.
Developing relationships with publishers, industry events and phone
contact to increase their loyalty as attendees of our event. Qualified
candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in business or a related field.
Must have between 3 – 6+ years in business to business sales or
tradeshow sales experience. Experience in the Publishing industry is a
plus. Must have working knowledge of Word, Powerpoint and Excel. Role
involves both telesales & face-to-face sales. Approximately 30% travel.
We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, including tuition
reimbursement, 401(k) and pension plan, convenient location and a
vibrant working environment. Please email resume with salary
requirements in confidence to Human Resources, Reed Exhibitions:
hr@reedexpo.com (in Microsoft Word). No calls or agencies please. Web
Site: www.reedexpo.com E/M/F/D/V.
Phone: 203-840-4800
hr@reedexpo.com
51. Event Planner; Child Abuse Prevention Center; Orange, CA
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4217795
52. Marketing Events Administrator; Cisco; San Bruno, CA
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4213448
53. President & CEO; California Hotel & Lodging Association; Sacramento,
CA
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4212653
54. Coordinator, Conference Services; American Society of Civil
Engineers; Washington, DC
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=25460446&jobSummaryIndex=0&agentID=
55. Junior Meeting Planner; Walton-Thomas International; Silver Spring,
MD
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=25436076&jobSummaryIndex=7&agentID=
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