Hospitality and Event Planning Network (HEPN) 4 February 2008
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This week's edition includes:
*** The Short Self-Pitch (SSP)
*** Upcoming Conferences
1. Group Sales Manager; Fairmont Olympic Hotel; Seattle, WA
2. National Sales Manager; GES Exposition Services; Chicago, IL
3. National Sales Manager; GES Exposition Services; Landover, MD
4. Sales Manager; GES Exposition Services; Chicago, IL
5. Exhibits Specialist; American Academy of Pediatrics; Elk Grove
Village, IL
6. Meeting Planner; National Association of Boards of Pharmacy; Mount
Prospect, IL
7. Meetings Intern; Volunteers of America; Alexandria, VA
8. Account Executive, Events; Hargrove, Inc.; Lanham, MD
9. Director of Civic Facilities; City of Roanoke; Roanoke, VA
10. Senior Director, Meetings & Marketing; National Insulation
Association; Northern Virginia
11. Natl. Convention Sales Manager; Reno-Sparks Convention & Visitors
Auth.; Chicago, IL
12. Convention, Event and Meetings Director; National Funeral Directors
Association; Brookfield, WI
13. Administrative Staff – Purchasing and Travel Department; United
Steelworkers; Pittsburgh, PA
14. Mgr Convention Housing & Communication; American Speech-Language
Hearing Assoc; Rockville, MD
15. Manager, Industry Relations; Air Force Association; Arlington, VA
16. Asst. Director for Hospitality Services; University of Texas at
Austin – The Texas Union; Austin, TX
17. Senior Catering Sales Manager; Hilton Durham Near Duke University;
Durham, NC
18. Meeting/Event Coord Non Profit; University of Michigan; Ann Arbor,
MI
19. Sales Manager; Ultimate Ventures; Dallas, TX
20. Convention Sales Manager I (Convention and Tourism Representative
I); Virginia Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau; Virginia Beach, VA
21. Tourism Sales Manager; Richmond Metropolitan Convention & Visitors
Bureau; Richmond, VA
22. Travel Agency Relations Manager; Best Western International;
Phoenix, AZ
23. Conference Specialist; National Trade Productions, Inc.; Alexandria,
VA
24. Professional Development Coordinator; Council for Exceptional
Children; Arlington, VA
25. Audio Conference Producer; FDAnews; Falls Church, VA
26. Project Manager, Events; American Bankers Association; Washington,
DC
27. Director; SpineMark Medical Conference Center at TBI; Plano, TX
28. General Manager; Events on the Move Customs and Shipping; Vancouver,
BC, Canada
29. Travel Purchasing Manager; Excellence In Motivation, Inc.; Dayton,
OH
30. Travel Account Manager; Excellence In Motivation, Inc.; Dayton, OH
31. Event Planner/Event Planner Senior; Wellpoint; St. Louis, MO
32. Distance Learning Manager; Meeting Professionals International;
Dallas, TX
33. Sponsorship and Advertising, Assistant Manager; National Business
Travel Association; Alexandria, VA
34. Manager, Meetings; American Geophysical Union; Washington, DC
35. Education and Meetings Assistant; American Medical Group
Association; Alexandria, VA
36. Education and Training Program Manager; Northwest Regional Primary
Care Association; Ballard, WA
37. National Account Manager; ConferenceDirect; Flexible
38. Sales Account Executive, Supplier Network; Cvent, Inc.; McLean, VA
************* The Short Self-Pitch (SSP) *********************
Profile: Trade Show sales and marketing executive located in San Diego
Ca with over 13 years of proven expertise in positively impacting the
bottom line. Effective leader and innovator with broad in-depth
experience encompassing sales, management, operations, international and
domestic markets. Successful track record in sales team building,
troubleshooting, problem solving and achieving goals on time and within
budget. David Tunick
davidntunick@yahoo.com
17066 Garden Path Dr
San Diego, Ca 92127
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are looking for a job opportunity or offer free-lance services, send a
brief paragraph to
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************* Upcoming Conferences *************
Do you know of an upcoming conference that the HEPN readers should be
aware of? Send the details to sonjahepn@comcast.net for inclusion in the
next newsletter!
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1. Group Sales Manager; Fairmont Olympic Hotel; Seattle, WA
Reporting directly to the Director of Group Sales, this position is
accountable for booking group business from an established base of key
accounts, prospects and other active accounts. The successful candidate
will have a professional presentation, high energy level, positive
attitude and excellent organizational skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for managing the assigned group market
Accountable for individual room night quota and revenue targets
Achieve Direct Sales Activities Goals including outside sales calls,
entertainment, site inspections, prospecting calls and referrals
Develop and implement quarterly action plans
Utilize sales systems to track, prospect, book and follow-up on accounts
Secure new business and maximize the value of existing accounts
Quote and negotiate group agreements based upon established rate
parameters (MAR ), forecasted demand (DAS), rooms to space ratio
guidelines, F&B minimums and all other potential auxiliary revenue
streams
Upon closing business, document, coordinate and follow up with
conference services, accounting, reservations and/or other departments
ensuring delivery of hotels promised services
Liaison with the meeting planner and designated guests while onsite to
re-book business for the hotel/brand and ensure strong JDP Meeting
Planner Scores
Participate in/lead sites, FAMS, trade shows, promotional events and
industry organizations
Schedule effective business trips and appointments within assigned
markets
Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports as required
Participate in prescribed training
Collect market and competitive intelligence to access and implement
strategy and long term goals
Assist the Directors of Group Sales with development of marketing plan
especially as it relates to the group market
Handle special projects as assigned
Quickly respond to all leads and develop/maintain strong relationships
with clients, industry colleagues (Fairmont and other) and Global Sales
Maintain an effective record of correspondence
Participation and contribution in Sales meetings
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:
Bachelors Degree and/or Hotel Management Diploma
Minimum of 2 years hospitality sales manager experience required
Must be outgoing with a strong ability to network and build
relationships
Team player with a positive attitude who enjoys working independently to
achieve set goals and objectives
Must be a self-starter
Must be results oriented with ability to be flexible
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential
Computer literacy (Delphi, Property Manager, Excel, Word)
Financial aptitude an asset
Ability to travel
Contact: Moses Chew
Phone: 206-621-1700 Ext. 3339
Fax: 206-264-7581
moses.chew@fairmont.com
2. National Sales Manager; GES Exposition Services; Chicago, IL
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4158196
3. National Sales Manager; GES Exposition Services; Landover, MD
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4158177
4. Sales Manager; GES Exposition Services; Chicago, IL
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4158127
5. Exhibits Specialist; American Academy of Pediatrics; Elk Grove
Village, IL
Would you like to work for an organization that is truly focused on
improving peoples' lives? The nation's leading advocacy organization
for children's health, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has an
exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to coordinate key
national and specialty exhibitions and other AAP meetings with exhibit
needs. We're looking for an experienced exhibits and meetings guru, who
can develop and implement a marketing plan, oversee and manage vendors,
and deliver first class presentations with increased profits and booth
sales. This full-time position is perfect for someone who thrives in a
fast-paced environment.
The right candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in communication,
business or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of related
education and work experience. Four or more years experience in exhibit
and/or meeting management is required. Strong communication,
interpersonal, diplomacy, organizational and computer (MS Office) skills
required. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team,
manage multiple projects simultaneously, and pay close attention to
detail. Weekend work and travel required. The AAP offers an excellent
work environment, competitive salary, and a very comprehensive benefits
package. Additionally, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V)
that values the strength diversity brings to our workplace. As a
reaffirmation to our employee-focused culture, in 2005, 2006 and 2007,
the AAP was named one of the 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work
for in the Chicagoland area.
Please send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to:
American Academy of Pediatrics
ATTN: HR/PCMA/532
141 Northwest Point Blvd.Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
E-mail: resumes@aap.org
or Fax# 847-228-5099
For more information visit us at http://www.aap.org/
The AAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
6. Meeting Planner; National Association of Boards of Pharmacy; Mount
Prospect, IL
Dynamic, non-profit association in search of a creative, innovative, and
detail-oriented Meeting Planner. Bachelor's degree required, with a
minimum of two years of meeting planning and project management
experience, as well as three or more years of management experience.
This position works with the association to provide quality meetings and
events on a local and national level. Negotiates arrangements for
accommodations, entertainment, airline, and other vendors and implements
contractual agreements with vendors and suppliers to include hotel,
convention and other travel industry companies. Provides supervision and
leadership to Meetings Assistant. Association experience preferred.
Solid computer knowledge including using the Internet required. Skill in
using Access, Windows 98, Word, Excel, and Lotus Notes desirable.
Desktop publishing experience a plus. Interested candidates please send
cover letter, salary history and resume to HR/MP at hr@nabp.net or mail
to 1600 Feehanville Drive, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Contact: Marissa Barone
hr@nabp.net
7. Meetings Intern; Volunteers of America; Alexandria, VA
Come make a difference! Volunteers of America is a national, nonprofit,
spiritually based organization that provides local human service
programs and opportunities for individual and community involvement (for
more information please visit our website at:
http://www.volunteersofamerica.org/.) We have an exciting internship
opportunity for an individual to work in our Training & Meetings
Department and get involved with many different and interesting
projects. This is a perfect chance for a student interested in
non-profit management, meetings and event management, training and
organizational development, to see the inner-workings of a 110-year old
service organization. This internship opportunity is located in Old
Town Alexandria, VA, within walking distance of the King Street Metro.
General Responsibilities:
Supports the Training & Organizational Development Department in
everyday meetings and conference planning activities including
assistance in the following: Assist with on-line registration.
Oversees speakers' needs such as audio-visual requirements, room set-up
and hotel and travel arrangements. Assist with menu selection and
preparation of functions sheets for this premiere event. Oversees
conference evaluation data collection· Work with the Director of
Training and OD on any organizational interventions or trainings that
take place.
Required Qualifications:
* Interest in meetings/events management as a career
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Ability to work on multiple concurrent projects
* Excellent organization skills
* Competent computer knowledge such as Microsoft Office and Internet
* Good communications skills – verbal and written
You will learn a lot and have fun with the three-person team you will
get to work with. We provide transportation assistance, a flexible work
schedule based on your school curriculum as well as a fun and laid back
work environment. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to
contact Teresa Alfaro, CMP, Meetings Manager at 703-341-5086 or
talfaro@voa.org. Thanks for your interest!
8. Account Executive, Events; Hargrove, Inc.; Lanham, MD
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for the preservation and fostering of company relations with
existing clients, while keeping abreast of potential business ventures
by following up leads. Serve as the point of contact for special events
clients through telephone and face-to-face visits.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Specifically, the duties of this position include, but are not limited
to:
* Generation of revenue via sales.
* Develop and write proposals to secure business.
* Schedule and attend DER, pre-production, and production meetings.
* Oversee installation of events on-site,
* Resolve client issues to promote client satisfaction.
* Visit sites and make walkthroughs to ensure accurate project
completion.
* Actively participate in improving the current infrastructure of
the organization by attending networking and social functions
REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate will identify prospective customers, determine
customer needs, present and sell Hargrove capabilities/services, build
relationships, meets sales quotas and manage existing accounts.
Individuals who have over 5 yrs of successful event décor, design, space
planning and/or technical prod exp, excellent comm skills and the
ability to penetrate and influence decision-makers within targeted org
should email their resume and cover letter to
hargroveapps@hargroveinc.com.
9. Director of Civic Facilities; City of Roanoke; Roanoke, VA
The City of Roanoke is seeking a responsible, motivated individual for
the position of Director of Civic Facilities. This individual will be
responsible for the operation of a coliseum (11,000 seats), auditorium
(2,300 seats), exhibit hall (14,000 sq. ft.) and a special events center
(46,000 sq. ft). The Roanoke Civic Center complex serves as the cultural
and performing arts center for the Roanoke area. This facility serves a
very diverse population in the number and types of shows, concerts and
Broadway plays, ranging from wrestling and monster trucks to opera and
symphony orchestra. Bachelors degree in business, public administration
or related field and at least five years of progressively responsible
management experience at the director or assistant director level in a
similar type of entertainment facility or performing industry
experience. A CFE is preferred but not required. Must be a City resident
or secure residence within the City limits within 12 months of
employment. AA/M/F/Disability Employer. As a Drug/Acohol Free Workplace,
the City of Roanoke administers pre-employment screening to all
employees. Salary: Dependant on Qualifications. Deadline: Open until
filled. Applicants may apply online at http://www.roanokeva.gov/.
10. Senior Director, Meetings & Marketing; National Insulation
Association; Northern Virginia
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4144014
11. Natl. Convention Sales Manager; Reno-Sparks Convention & Visitors
Auth.; Chicago, IL
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4149084
12. Convention, Event and Meetings Director; National Funeral Directors
Association; Brookfield, WI
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4148965
13. Administrative Staff – Purchasing and Travel Department; United
Steelworkers; Pittsburgh, PA
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4148040
14. Mgr Convention Housing & Communication; American Speech-Language
Hearing Assoc; Rockville, MD
Nationl professional associations seeks individual to manage the
Convention hotel blocks, serve as a liaison with the housing company,
and assist in negotiating and finalizing hotel contracts and performing
site visits when necessary. The position is also responsible for
managing the communication processes for the annual Convention and other
meetings and educational programs including: coordinating communication
with committee and board members and allied and related professional
organizations; developing, collecting, and summarizing RFP information
from contractors/vendors; providing customer service to members
attending the Convention; compiling information for publication on the
Convention city and hotels; and writing copy for the Convention program
book and Web site. The position will assist with the coordination of
room-sets and audio visual requirements for the Convention and manage
the shuttle bus vendor. The position is also responsible for collecting,
tracking, and coordinating evaluations, statistical data, and hotel
rooms and food and beverage history. Salry range: $51,480 – $57,200.
Diversity in candidates is welcome.
jobs@asha.org
http://www.asha.org
15. Manager, Industry Relations; Air Force Association; Arlington, VA
Responsible for selling and assigning 50,000 sf of exhibit space at
annual show in Washington DC and Orlando. Handle all aspects including
attendance generation. Create and maintain point system in preparation
for move to larger, new facilities. Responsible for promoting
sponsorships and corporate memberships. Supports industry participation
at all events including dinner table sales and promotional
communications. Excellent communication and computer skills required.
Working knowledge of Expocad software a plus. Must be experienced
exhibit manager. Excellent benefits. Send resume and cover letter to
ksnodgrass@afa.org.
Contact: Kathy Snodgrass
Phone: 703-247-5851
Fax: 703-247-5853
ksnodgrass@afa.org
http://www.afa.org
16. Asst. Director for Hospitality Services; University of Texas at
Austin – The Texas Union; Austin, TX
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4141591
17. Senior Catering Sales Manager; Hilton Durham Near Duke University;
Durham, NC
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4157060
18. Meeting/Event Coord Non Profit; University of Michigan; Ann Arbor,
MI
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4156691
19. Sales Manager; Ultimate Ventures; Dallas, TX
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4151460
20. Convention Sales Manager I (Convention and Tourism Representative
I); Virginia Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau; Virginia Beach, VA
Responsibilities:
Plans and executes sales strategy on prospects. Manages convention sales
for military reunion market and association groups utilizing under 100
rooms; assists in the research and development of sales leads and the
planning of sales trips to identify viable prospects.
Qualifications:
Requires any combination of education (above the high school level)
and/or experience equivalent to six (6) years in fields related to Sales
or Marketing.Travel required. Must apply online using the City of
Virginia Beach's official employment website www.vbcareers4gov.com in
order to be considered for this position. Last day to submit an
application is February 15, 2008. EOE
Compensation:
$42,000-$48,000
Contact:
Shevonne Morgan
Virginia Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau
2101 Parks Ave
Suite 500
Virignia Beach, Virginia 23451
757-385-6664 (phone)
757-385-4700 (alt. phone)
757-437-4747 (fax)
smorgan@vbgov.com
21. Tourism Sales Manager; Richmond Metropolitan Convention & Visitors
Bureau; Richmond, VA
The Richmond Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau is seeking a
Tourism Sales Manager to assist in generating hotel room night bookings.
Group markets include tour operators, travel agents and AAA offices.
Attend group, motorcoach, leisure domestic marketplaces and tradeshows.
(Approximately 8-10 shows annually.
Qualifications:
A four-year degree in marketing or communications is preferred. Five
years experience in the tourism industry, plus experience in tourism
promotion is required.
Compensation:
Salary range $33,620 – $50,430 Relocation negotiated Full benefits
package Deadline to apply is Feb 25 www.visit.richmond.com/jobs
Contact:
Michelle Lovatt
RMCVB
401 North 3rd Street
Richmond, VA 23219
804-783-7401 (phone)
804-782-2777 (alt. phone)
804-780-2577 (fax)
mlovatt@richmondva.org
http://visit.richmond.com/jobs
22. Travel Agency Relations Manager; Best Western International;
Phoenix, AZ
http://careers.hsmai.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2795020&keywords=&ref=1
23. Conference Specialist; National Trade Productions, Inc.; Alexandria,
VA
NTP, a tradeshow management company located in Old town Alexandria is
looking for a Conference Specialist to complement its Conference
Department. The position is responsible for planning, developing and
executing conference programs and logistics. This position requires
excellent technical skills, project management, and people skills.
Industry knowledge and contacts required. This position will primarily
work on logistics including meeting planning, housing and registration
across multiple shows. A Bachelors degree with 2-3 years experience in
conference program development required. Competitive benefits package
and salary. Forward resume with salary history to resumes@ntpshow.com.
EOE
24. Professional Development Coordinator; Council for Exceptional
Children; Arlington, VA
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=25314946&jobSummaryIndex=25&agentID=
25. Audio Conference Producer; FDAnews; Falls Church, VA
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=25300651&jobSummaryIndex=49&agentID=
26. Project Manager, Events; American Bankers Association; Washington,
DC
Major Trade Association is looking for a project manager who will be
responsible for planning, coordinating, managing and delivering
world-class events for financial services professionals. The position
provides quality control and oversight of contractors/vendors to ensure
that event logistics flow smoothly, attendee expectations are met, and
the event achieves the goals and objectives of the Events area.
Specifically, this position manages meeting logistics, including
agenda/specifications development, food and beverage menu selections,
air and ground transportation arrangements, registration and housing
processes, and event audiovisual/technical needs. In addition, this
position assists with managing faculty/speaker needs and materials,
preparing student/attendee communications and handling customer
inquiries. The incumbent serves as a “troubleshooter” on-site at events,
anticipates problems and implements appropriate solutions. Finally, this
position manages the post-event activities that include invoice
management and program assessment from the event delivery perspective.
Salary range: 50s.
Required Qualification
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent combination of relevant training and
experience) and 4-6 years of progressive experience in meeting/event
planning, management and delivery. Previous work experience planning and
delivering professional development/training events for associations is
preferred. Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) credential preferred. Some
travel. Overtime and weekend work is required.
Please send cover letter and resume with salary requirement to:
American Bankers Association
Human Resources
1120 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036
e-mail: hrcal@aba.com
fax: 202.828.5045
27. Director; SpineMark Medical Conference Center at TBI; Plano, TX
SpineMark Corporation is a custom-designed 10,000 ft2 Medical Conference
Center and leading-edge Cadaveric Training Lab. The Medical Conference
Center hosts surgical trainings, evaluation of new technologies and live
surgery demonstrations focusing on spine and general orthopedics.
Responsibilities
– Responsible for managing and directing the daily activities of a
medical training facility.
– Oversee development, coordination and implementation of physician
training labs hosted at the facility (medical specialties include but
not limited to spine, general orthopedics, and plastic surgery).
– Ensure the facility complies with all local, state, and federal
regulations including State Anatomical Board.
– Manage the annual budget for SpineMark Medical Conference at TBI.
– Develop additional SpineMark training locations through out the
country.
– Develop industry contacts and market the use of the facility to
medical device companies
– Develop a resource network of equipment and instrumentation needed for
medical labs.
– Advise the COO on key corporate planning issues and make
recommendations on business decisions.
– Keep the COO informed about business activities, potential threats,
opportunities, and recommended actions.
– Administer such Human Resource functions including maintaining
employee records and payroll records
– Encourage employees to evaluate and take actions that are consistent
with SpineMark¿s overall operating goals and strategies.
– Assist in setting performance goals for employees.
– Develop operational goals which are measurable, achievable and tied to
both the short and long-term goals of SpineMark Medical Conference
Center at TBI.
– Develop well-rounded, capable employees.
– Act consistently with critical core competencies and organizational
values.
– Willingness to work weekends.
– Ability to lift up to 75 pounds if necessary.
Required Qualification
– More than 2 years of experience in the operational management of a
medical training facility
– Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities and excellent
communication/ customer service skills are necessary components of the
ideal candidate.
Education
– Bachelor's degree in healthcare services or business administration,
or equivalent work experience
Please send resume and salary requirements to rguzman@spinemark.com or
svess@spinemark.com
28. General Manager; Events on the Move Customs and Shipping; Vancouver,
BC, Canada
Events on the Move Customs and Freight is a leading provider of Freight
Logistics to the Trade, Convention and Special Event Industry across
Canada and throughout North America. We are an innovative full service
company offering Customs Brokerage, Freight Forwarding, Material
Handling and On-site Move-in Management.
We work in a dynamic and entrepreneurial setting. Our staff members are
self-motivated and responsible for their own work; however, a team
atmosphere is encouraged and everyone is expected to be available to
provide others with assistance when needed. We are a business casual
office located in downtown Vancouver.
We are looking for a proven leader who is ready to step into the day to
day management of Events on the Move. This is an exiting new position
that will contribute to the ongoing success and growth of a thriving
business. The ideal candidate will have experience in leading teams to
achieve results. A mix of financial management, human resources,
business development and marketing will ensure success as well as the
ability to build strong relationships with the team, clients and
industry partners.
SKILLS
We are looking for a confident and experienced leader with a strong
management career in a tourism/hospitality, customs or freight
forwarding environment. The successful candidate will have excellent
business management skills that include budgeting, business planning,
business development, recruitment and performance management. Effective
communication skills are critical and must demonstrate that they can
build and maintain strong relationships with clients and industry
partners.
To apply, please submit your resume to Paul Griggs at
pgriggs@eventsonthemove.com. For more information on Events on the Move,
please visit our website at www.eventsonthemove.com. No phone calls will
be accepted.
29. Travel Purchasing Manager; Excellence In Motivation, Inc.; Dayton,
OH
http://www.mpiweb.org/CMS/mpiweb/JobBank/ViewIndividualJobs.aspx?PK_JOBID=6751
30. Travel Account Manager; Excellence In Motivation, Inc.; Dayton, OH
http://www.mpiweb.org/CMS/mpiweb/JobBank/ViewIndividualJobs.aspx?PK_JOBID=6750
31. Event Planner/Event Planner Senior; Wellpoint; St. Louis, MO
WellPoint is a Blue Cross or Blue Cross Blue Shield licensee in 14
states:
California, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine,
Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New York, Ohio, Virginia, and Wisconsin
offering a broad range of medical and specialty products.
We rely on the skill of our people and the power of information to
deliver operational and service excellence to our customers. We seek
talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to bring
new and exciting ideas to our organization and invite you to contribute
to our success!
This position is in our Central region (OH, KY, IN, MO, WI). View a
listing of our locations at:
http://wellpointcareers.hodes.com/careers-locations.asp
Responsibilities
Plan events for senior management, marketing, and sales staff by meeting
with customers to identify parameters of events; coordinating promotions
to target audiences; recruiting presenters, speakers, and volunteers;
negotiating with vendors; serving as onsite host or hostess;
communicating event status; conducting follow-up to assess
effectiveness; developing budgets; and more.
Required Qualification
3 years of event planning experience or equivalent combination and
experience required. Hospitality management degree preferred. CMP
certification preferred
Must excel in the following areas: communication, organization,
problem-solving, project management, multitasking under deadlines, and
budget tracking.
50-75% travel required
Education
BA/BS
To apply online, please visit www.wellpoint.com/careers, search jobs,
keyword “30680”. EOE
32. Distance Learning Manager; Meeting Professionals International;
Dallas, TX
http://www.mpiweb.org/CMS/mpiweb/JobBank/ViewIndividualJobs.aspx?PK_JOBID=6743
33. Sponsorship and Advertising, Assistant Manager; National Business
Travel Association; Alexandria, VA
National Business Travel Association is seeking an Assistant Manager
responsible for selling event sponsorships and advertising for print and
electronic publications, as well as maintaining relationships with
sponsors to ensure all benefits are fulfilled, collecting advertising
materials and creating and processing invoices.
Duties:
Sell sponsorships for domestic and international NBTA events.
Maintain relationship with sponsors and seek out potential new sponsors.
Sponsorship benefits fulfillment (year round).
Work with events team on event logistics.
Proof banners, print material and website to ensure sponsors
names/logos/sponsor categories are correct.
Contact agencies and advertisers through direct mail, e-mail and, to
some extent telemarketing.
Create ad layout for publications.
Responsible for tracking and following up on ad materials.
Work with Senior Manager Exhibits and Advertising and VP Business
Development on special projects.
Qualifications:
Looking for a team player with strong sales and customer service skills,
highly organized with good written and oral communications. Four year
degree or equivalent experience required. Candidate should have at
least 2-3 years association, trade show or customer service experience.
Located in Old Town Alexandria, NBTA offers excellent benefits and
competitive compensation. Send resume with salary requirements to
info@nbta.org or fax to 703-684-0263.
34. Manager, Meetings; American Geophysical Union; Washington, DC
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2797161&keywords=&ref=1
35. Education and Meetings Assistant; American Medical Group
Association; Alexandria, VA
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2796281&keywords=&ref=1
36. Education and Training Program Manager; Northwest Regional Primary
Care Association; Ballard, WA
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2795025&keywords=&ref=1
37. National Account Manager; ConferenceDirect; Flexible
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2793973&keywords=&ref=1
38. Sales Account Executive, Supplier Network; Cvent, Inc.; McLean, VA
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=23306361&jobSummaryIndex=1&agentID=
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