Director of Events

In 2020, Sandia Golf Club became a Troon property. In late 2025, Sandia Golf Club will begin a major renovation and transformation of its clubhouse and event spaces - an exciting opportunity to yet again, redefine Sandia Golf Club as one of the region’s premier destinations for events. The ideal candidate will be a confident, creative, and a proactive event sales professional with verifiable experience and who understands how to market the Sandia Golf Club experience and thrives in a relationship-driven environment. • Build the Brand: Position Sandia Golf Club as a premier event venue during and after construction, building anticipation around our new event spaces. Responsibilities: • Develop and execute a forward-looking sales strategy targeting weddings, golf tournaments, bar/bat mitzvahs, milestone events, business meetings, and other functions • Actively solicit business from both existing clients and outside leads, including through direct outreach, networking, referral building, and community presence • Work with the General Manager and marketing team to create branded campaigns that highlight Sandia Golf Club’s upcoming new event spaces • Establish and maintain relationships with event planners, vendors, and businesses to build an external pipeline of events • Engage with new and current clients to understand their event needs and promote usage of available spaces • Conduct facility tours, especially highlighting upcoming renovation plans and renderings • Manage inquiry follow-up, proposal writing, space bookings, contract negotiation, and BEO creation • Oversee and mentor Banquet Manager to ensure seamless delivery of events and exceptional service • Track key sales metrics and pipeline status; report regularly on performance and forecasted bookings • Remain visible and accessible at key events; be an enthusiastic ambassador for the Club’s culture and offerings • Stay up-to-date on industry trends and pricing to ensure Sandia Golf Club’s events program remains competitive and profitable