Events Meeting Manager

The team member in this position is responsible for planning and managing the execution of meetings and events contracted for IP Casino Resort Spa. (These functions are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not all inclusive for this position) Communicate all details surrounding a Group event to Property in advance of arrivalInitiate and conduct planning meetings with clients to understand their vision for the event to accurately articulate their needs with the PropertyCoordinate with appropriate department managers to ensure requests are understood and able to be successfully executed within our guest service and profitability metrics. Create Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and Group Resumes, which accurately reflect the client’s expectations while offering upgrades in service, audio visual and creative suggestions in order to maximize revenues and ensure an extraordinary guest experiencePrioritize accurate and timely communication both with the client and the propertyAdvocate for both the property and the client concurrently, ensuring recommendations work for both parties in the most successful and profitable wayLead and/or participate in departmental meetings including BEO, Resume, Pre & Post Cons, etc. Generate ideas and initiatives that further develop existing accounts while identifying new business practices to drive additional revenueCommunicate strategies and suggestions to Director of Sales and Sales Managers to help maintain loyalty and strengthen the relationship with the PropertyResponsible for building and retaining client relations resulting in exceptional guest service and repeat businessEngage in a sales-focused atmosphere that promotes sales growthMaintain knowledge of competitor’s sales and convention programs to sell against the competitive set’s strengths and weaknessMaintain knowledge of all promotions throughout the property to stimulate and retain businessMaintain a positive professional image at all timesPerform all related duties as assigned by department leadership