Hospitality and Event Planning Network (HEPN) fpr 8 September 2008
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This week's edition includes:
*** The Short Self-Pitch (SSP)
*** Upcoming Conferences
1. Conference Intern; American Camp Association, NY; Baltimore, MD
2. Conferences Service Manager; Austin Marriott North at Round Rock;
Austin-Round Rock, TX
3. Meeting Planner; NCCI Holdings, Inc.; Boca Raton, FL
4. Be a Host Coordinator; Tourism Vancouver; Vancouver, BC, Canada
5. Events Manager; The Canadian Institute; Toronto, Canada
6. Coordinator of Events; University of Chicago – Medical Center
Development; Chicago, IL
7. Event Assistant; Diversity Best Practices; Washington, DC
8. Senior Meeting Planner Dispute Resolution; American Bar Association;
Washington, DC
9. Marketing Director – Hospitality Events; Questex Media Group;
Cleveland, OH/Newton, MA
10. Secretary II – Hotel & Parks Banquets; Disney; Anaheim, CA
11. Senior Planner; The Louis Berger Group; Washington, DC
12. Tourism Development Director; Office of the Mayor_City of Niagara
Falls; Washington, DC
13. Vice President, Conventions; Denver Metro CVB; Denver, CO
14. Executive Director; Cabell-Huntington CVB; Huntington, WV
15. Assistant Director of Sports Business Development; Oklahoma City
Convention and Visitors Bureau; Oklahoma City, OK
16. National Sales Manager; Pasadena Convention & Visitors Bureau;
Pasadena, CA
17. Sales Manager; Chippewa Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau; Eau
Claire, WI
18. Sports Sales Manager; Knoxville Tourism & Sports Corporation;
Knoxville, TN
19. Tourism Sales Manager; Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau;
Sacramento, CA
20. Conference Event Manager; Willow Creek Association; South
Barrington, IL
21. Senior Conference Planner; Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory;
Berkeley, CA
22. Event Planner 1; Case Management, Inc.; Little Rock, AR
23. Senior Account Executive; Hospitality Performance Network; Multiple
Locations
24. Banquets Manager; Museum of Latin American Art; Long Beach, CA
25. Events Administrator; SRA International, Inc.; Arlington, VA
26. Program Assistant, Education Meetings; American Society of Clinical
Oncology;
Alexandria, VA
27. Revenue Manager; MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL; Bethesda, MD
28. Senior Director, Recognition Svcs & Special Events; University of
Chicago; Chicago, IL
29. Events Manager (part-time): North Ryde, NSW Australian College of
Health
Service Executives; North Ryde, NSW, Australia
30. Director, Event Operations; 1105 Media; Falls Church, VA
31. Director of Sales and Marketing; NYLO Hotels; Dallas/Las Colinas, TX
32. Progam Coordinator; MedAccess; San Diego, CA
33. EVENT MANAGER; Associated Students UCLA; Los Angeles, CA
34. Catering Sales Manager; Chase Park Plaza; St. Louis, MO
35. Assistant Event Producer; Aflac; Columbus, GA
36. Meeting Planner II – Washington DC; FINRA; Washington, DC
37. Client Services Manager; Cvent; McLean, VA
38. Convention & Tradeshow Associate; SmithBucklin Corporation;
Washington, DC
39. Direct Sales,Account Executive; Cvent; McLean, VA
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1. Conference Intern; American Camp Association, NY; Baltimore, MD
The American Camp Assocation, NY (www.aca-ny.org) is looking for dynamic
interns to help us market and network our services with members of the
National Recreation and Park Association at their 2008 Conference
(www.nrpacongress.org), taking place Oct 15 (Wednesday) – Oct 17
(Friday) at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Maryland.
If you are interested in networking with people associated with the
Summer Camp and Recreation & Park Industries, this is a great place to
do so.
If interested, please contact Scott Rothschild at scott@aca-ny.org.
Parking and Lunch will be reimbursed and it is not necessary to work all
three days. We will also extend a letter of recognition for your
services.
Contact: Scott Rothschild
Phone: 212-391-5208 Ext. 1014
Fax: 212-391-5207
scott@aca-ny.org
2. Conferences Service Manager; Austin Marriott North at Round Rock;
Austin-Round Rock, TX
Winegardner & Hammons is clearly recognized as one of the most
successful full-service, independent hotel management companies in the
nation. We've built this reputation on 35 years of outstanding
performance and service, and with the help of dedicated people who share
our view of excellence.
Few companies have higher standards or more complete training than
Winegardner & Hammons, and few can deliver a higher level of guest
service. And with over 25 hotels in our portfolio, we are continuing our
plan of developing new upscale, full-service hotels. Point your career
in our direction, and you will find a career path that exceeds even your
level of expectation.
Qualified individual will have two years event planning and/or
conference service experience and at least one year experience in the
hotel industry. Individual will demonstrate successful achievement of
customer service and event planning sales goals or quotas. A degree is
required.
How to Apply
Contact: Mily Kennison
Email: mily.kennison@marriott.com
Phone: 512-634-4604
3. Meeting Planner; NCCI Holdings, Inc.; Boca Raton, FL
http://www.mpiweb.org/cms/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=7351
4. Be a Host Coordinator; Tourism Vancouver; Vancouver, BC, Canada
http://www.mpiweb.org/cms/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=7353
5. Events Manager; The Canadian Institute; Toronto, Canada
http://www.mpiweb.org/cms/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=7347
6. Coordinator of Events; University of Chicago – Medical Center
Development; Chicago, IL
Medical Center Development (MCD) at the University of Chicago is in the
silent phase of a $1B-plus campaign, which is a part of a
University-wide campaign. MCD just completed a campaign raising $815M –
48% over the campaign goal. During this campaign, three donor families
made extraordinary gifts – of $25M and greater – to the University of
Chicago Medical Center (UCMC). Their gifts are emblematic of the pace
and success of our work and campaigns.
MCD seeks a Coordinator of Events to plan and execute events. When
meeting the needs and expectations of – or problem solving for –
individual clients and client groups, employ sound thinking, creativity,
sound fiscal management, and excellent communication skills. Implement
solutions and next steps with minimal supervision. Collaborate closely
with two colleagues on the Events team. Together, the Events Team
conceives, plans, coordinates, and implements of 100-125 events
annually. The Coordinator will have primary responsibility to be a
liaison to the Administration and Alumni team -these will be key client
groups within Medical Center Development (MCD). As such, build an
understanding of the key client group's objectives for events and
meetings and provide creative, appropriate, timely, and unique
solutions. Additionally, assist the Associate Director and the Assistant
Director with event execution for their key client groups (e.g. Reunion,
The CEO/Dean of the Medical Center, and Principal and Major Gifts
teams). The Coordinator's primary individual clients will be MCD staff
on the teams mentioned above. From time to time, produce events for the
Associate Dean and Vice President of MCD. Working partners will be MCD
colleagues, who are planning staff meetings and retreats, or
cultivation, solicitation, and recognition events for donors,
prospective donors, and Pritzker Medical School students and alumni.
Attendees at these events will be all these listed above as well as
principal and major gift donors and prospective donors, and Medical
Center leadership and Biological Sciences Division (BSD) Divisional
faculty. Report to the Associate Director of Events and be responsible
to fellow MCD staff for flawless event execution and management.
Negotiate pricing and contracts with vendors and for operating within
budget limits.
A Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in public relations,
marketing, advertising, management or a related field; minimum one year
of professional experience or equivalent volunteer experience preferred;
experience and success working with a professional fundraising
organization and/or in events preferred.
Please see a complete posting (including all qualifications) on line at:
http://jobopportunities.uchicago.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=200627
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer
7. Event Assistant; Diversity Best Practices; Washington, DC
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2974816
8. Senior Meeting Planner Dispute Resolution; American Bar Association;
Washington, DC
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2973797
9. Marketing Director – Hospitality Events; Questex Media Group;
Cleveland, OH/Newton, MA
Job Description
Responsible for developing and executing integrated marketing plans,
which include direct mail, print advertising and web based initiatives.
Set strategic marketing efforts for all programs. Establish and manage
marketing budgets. Manage marketing personnel for event group's
programs. Oversee PR initiatives for the group. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Develop and execute marketing plans and strategies
* Develop and maintain dynamic database
* Manage attendee based marketing and exhibitor marketing
* Direct marketing efforts to drive attendance to the programs
* Direct marketing efforts to support the sale of vendor / supplier
based exhibit space and sponsorships
* Manage marketing personnel
* Develop and manage marketing budget
* Manage and effectively utilize a internal databases and develop
external list strategies
* Pursue and establish collaborative relationships with synergistic
associations and organizations
REsponsibility Details:
* Collaborate with sales staff to understand and be responsive to
the goals of the attendee, exhibitor and sponsor customer groups
* Manage results reporting, tracking of projects, and budget
tracking
* Interact with external vendors and internal clients to ensure
deadlines and requirements are met
* Oversee all market research activities
* Create and oversee the implementation of public relations plans
and programs
* Oversee the coordination of print production of promotional
pieces; monitor inventory of letterhead, envelopes and other direct mail
materials.
* Examine and approve all marketing bills – maintain budget, keeping
within budgeting parameters
* Oversee the management of lists for each event and track source
codes per marketing campaign.
* Manage the production of direct mail pieces, postcards, conference
brochures, expo hall passes, and show directory for the event.
* Manage marketing invoices and submit them for payment
* Coordinate the creation and production of Sales and marketing
materials, coordination of and participation in trade shows and special
events; direct marketing (on-line and off-line) and utilizing databases
to monitor results.
* Oversee ad placements, event calendars listings and banners ads
related to the events.
* Maintain the official event website's content and make edits and
on-going updates.
* Ad hoc projects as required
* Travel as required
OTHER KEY SUCCESS ATTRIBUTES: Four year college degree in marketing
and 7+ yrs marketing experience in a fast-paced environment. Prior
management experience. Prior technology event marketing experience a
plus. Proficient in MS Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
database software, preferably Goldmine or compatible. Proficient in
Adobe or Quark. Individual must have a demonstrated ability to work
independently, communicate effectively in both written and verbal form,
and possess a high degree of organizational and detail & creativity
oriented skills. Individual must also have a well-established track
record of working effectively and successfully within group settings, as
well as of managing marketing personnel. Exceptional time management
skills, ability to handle multiple projects.
Please send salary requirements, cover letter, and resume to
jobs@questex.com.
10. Secretary II – Hotel & Parks Banquets; Disney; Anaheim, CA
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4724498
11. Senior Planner; The Louis Berger Group; Washington, DC
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=27008196&jobSummaryIndex=45&agentID=
12. Tourism Development Director; Office of the Mayor_City of Niagara
Falls; Washington, DC
The City of Niagara Falls is seeking a Director of Tourism Development
for a “Smart Growth” community that is diverse, vibrant, progressive and
growing rapidly. Reporting to the Mayor and City Administrator, the
successful candidate we seek will have at least five (5) years of
project management and/or infrastructure development experience and
proven track record of achieving results in a tourism environment.
Qualifications: Five or more years of experience in project management
and/or infrastructure development. Equivalent education or experience in
Business, Economics, Tourism Management, Engineering, Project
Management, while a Bachelor's degree is preferred.
Compensation: Up to $100K
Contact: Gregory Davis
PRM Consulting
1814 13th Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
2027453709 (phone)
2027453700 (alt. phone)
2027453701 (fax)
Gregory.Davis@prmconsulting.com
http://www.prmconsulting.com
13. Vice President, Conventions; Denver Metro CVB; Denver, CO
Responsibilities: Responsible for developing, directing and executing
all convention & meeting sales and service strategies and activities.
Will have persuasive relevant industry sales and negotiation skills with
strong overall leadership skills including sales management, strategic
planning, financial and resource planning/management, coaching and
counseling.
Qualifications: Strategic thinker who is fully autonomous with proven
problem analysis. Minimum 8 years sales management; an emphasis on
convention/meeting sales, advertising and promotional development within
the hospitality and/or tourism industry. Broad functional knowledge and
experience. Bachelor's degree in related field.
Compensation: Commensurate with experience.
Contact: Jim Carra
SearchWide
109 South Union Street, Suite 305
Traverse City, MI 49684
231-995-0567 (phone)
231-995-0569 (fax)
carra@searchwide.com
14. Executive Director; Cabell-Huntington CVB; Huntington, WV
The bureau is seeking a highly motivated candidate with excellent verbal
and written communication skills who possesses extensive knowledge of
tourism, budgeting, marketing, development, media placement and
promotions.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a four-year degree from
an accredited academic institution, marketing or business degree
preferred and a minimum of 5 years of tourism executive management
experience
Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience. Please send cover
letter, resume, employment and salary history before 10/01/08
Contact: Michael Stephenson
Cabell Huntington CVB
P O Box 347
Huntington, WV 25701
exesearch@wvvisit.com
http://www.wvvisit.org
15. Assistant Director of Sports Business Development; Oklahoma City
Convention and Visitors Bureau; Oklahoma City, OK
The Assistant Director directs and performs the sales and marketing
required to solicit and book athletic events for Oklahoma City,
resulting in increased hotel occupancy and media exposure.
Qualifications: BS in marketing, PR, business or meeting destination
management. Min. 4 years experience in sports marketing, special events
or hospitality sales and marketing. Knowledge of amateur sports market.
Must be willing to travel as required and work a flexible schedule.
Self-starter with the ability to set and achieve sales goals.
Compensation: Compensation in the $45-$55,000 range plus we offer a
competitive benefit package.
Contact: Karen Springer
Oklahoma City Convention and Visitors Bureau
189 West Sheridan
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
4052978900 (phone)
4052978986 (fax)
kspringer@okcchamber.com
16. National Sales Manager; Pasadena Convention & Visitors Bureau;
Pasadena, CA
The Pasadena CVB has an opening for a National Sales Manager to promote
Pasadena and the Pasadena Convention Center. The NSM will develop a
client base for corporate and association markets o Attend tradeshows &
client events o Possess strong interpersonal skills, and the drive to
achieve goals.
Qualifications: Bachelorfs degree preferred w/3 years in CVB,
convention, or hotel sales. Must be willing to travel.
Compensation: Generous compensation/incentive/ benefit package. Submit
resume to hr@pasadenacenter.com. Use CVBNSM in subject line. Background
checks and drug screenings conducted on final candidates. No relocation
provided. For more information visit:www.pasadenacal.com. EOE
Contact: Shari McCormick
Pasadena Center Operating Company
300 E. Green St.
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-793-2122 (phone)
626-844-1421 (fax)
smccormick@pasadenacenter.com
http://www.pasadenacal.com
17. Sales Manager; Chippewa Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau; Eau
Claire, WI
Responsibilities: Seeking a team player with excellent interpersonal
skills who enjoys inside and outside sales. Must be well organized;
detail oriented and possess strong initiative. Creativity, flexibility,
and dedication are crucial to achieving success.
Qualifications: Candidate must possess prior experience in Sales &
Marketing, experience in the Hotel, Attractions, Tourism or Meeting
Industry preferred. Travel required. Submit resume, salary history and
references by Sept 30, 2008 to: Pam Haller Dir of Sales & Marketing
Chippewa Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc. 3625 Gateway Drive,
Suite F – Eau Claire, WI 54701 FAX # 715-831-2340 Email:
pam@chippewavalley.net
Compensation: $30-40,000 / year
Contact: Pam Haller – Director of Sale & Marketing
Chippewa Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau
3625 Gateway Drive
Suite F
Eau Claire, WI 54701
1715-831-2340 (fax)
pam@chippwavalley.net
18. Sports Sales Manager; Knoxville Tourism & Sports Corporation;
Knoxville, TN
The KTSC has an opening for a sports sales manager. Responsibilities
include developing leads in the sports market through personal contact,
telephone solicitation & participation at industry functions, room night
goals & generating revenue. Develop working relationships with sports
meeting planners and maintain high visibility in the meeting planning
community.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from 4-year college or
university or 1-2 years related experience and/or training or equivalent
combination of education & experience. Preference given to candidates
with 2 years experience with a sports authority/commission or sports
sales for CVB.
Compensation: Commensurate upon experience
Contact: Teresa Hall
Knoxville Tourism & Sports Corporation
301 S Gay Street
Knoxville, TN 37902
865-342-9118 (phone)
865-673-4400 (fax)
thall@knoxville.org
http://www.knoxville.org
19. Tourism Sales Manager; Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau;
Sacramento, CA
Responsibilities: Solicit new and maintain existing files of tourism
sales activities, promote Sacramento as a tourist destination to
wholesalers, tour operators, travel agents and group leaders. Establish
a cooperative and synergistic relationship with local business community
for the overall benefit of the Sacramento economy.
Qualifications: . Bachelors Degree preferred . Minimum three years
tourism or hospitality sales experience . Excellent customer service
skills, and verbal, written, and interpersonal communication and
presentation skills . Ability to travel
Compensation: Outstanding compensation package
Contact: Sheri Graciano
Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau
1608 I Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
916-808-8676 (fax)
sgraciano@cityofsacramento.org
http://www.discovergold.org
20. Conference Event Manager; Willow Creek Association; South
Barrington, IL
The Willow Creek Association (WCA) is a not-for-profit ministry, founded
in 1992, with more than 12,000 Member Churches from 90 denominations and
45 countries. We work to link like-minded, action-oriented churches with
each other and with strategic vision, training, and resources. We are
driven by a calling to serve Christ-following leaders as they build
biblically functioning churches. Our goal is to seek out and share
God-given breakthroughs with widespread potential from churches around
the world, supporting a rapid diffusion of innovation through the local
church for the sake of Christ and His Kingdom.
We host six major conferences annually on our South Barrington campus,
totaling 24,000 conference guests each year.
We currently have an opening for a Conference Event Manager. This
position is responsible for the operational execution of designated
conference events at Willow Creek Community Church and other off-site
locations. Primary responsibilities include:
* Strategically planning conference operations from beginning to end
in conjunction with market segment team.
* Preparing a schedule of operational details during an event
* Leading the WCCC Conference Operations Team which includes
representatives from multiple ministries as well as the WCA Operations
Team through the execution of each event
* Working with hotels and outside vendors to plan and execute events
* Leading event debriefing sessions after each event with WCCC
Service Departments and WCA Conference Operations Team and Segment Team
* Monitoring event budgets
* Developing key volunteers to assist the conference operations team
with various tasks and responsibilities
* Preparing debrief documentation to communicate with WCA Staff on
events
* Proofing of collateral materials for conference
* Creating communication tools for events
The qualified individual will have a college degree and a minimum of 3-5
years Event Planning experience on events of 500 guests or more; be
aligned with the vision of the WCA and a passion for conference guests
and WCA churches; and be fluent in Microsoft Office Applications. The
abilities to multi-task, attend to detail while also seeing the big
picture, trouble-shoot, track large amounts of information, lead
meetings and speak publicly are among the essential requirements.
Please visit www.willowcreek.com/wca_jobs for full job description and
application instructions.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
21. Senior Conference Planner; Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory;
Berkeley, CA
http://www.mpiweb.org/cms/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=7356
22. Event Planner 1; Case Management, Inc.; Little Rock, AR
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2975612
23. Senior Account Executive; Hospitality Performance Network; Multiple
Locations
http://careers.site-intl.org/c/job.cfm?site_id=554&jb=4738550
24. Banquets Manager; Museum of Latin American Art; Long Beach, CA
The Museum of Latin American Art (MoLAA), in Long Beach, CA is searching
for a Banquets Manager. This is a sales position but also responsible
for facilitating all banquets and parties from start to finish with
banquets staff. This position offers a benefit package, including paid
holidays, health, dental insurance, and Simple IRA plan. Salary DOE-
plus commission.
Essential Functions:
* Sell and market all areas of the facility that include a
multi-purpose room and an outdoor event Sculpture Garden.
* Develop strategic planning for selling and marketing of banquets
and parties
* Directs, coordinates, and continually evaluates banquet operations
* Facilitate all banquets and parties form start to finish with
assistance of banquets staff
* May be available to answer any questions and deal with any
problems the customer may have during the events with assistance of
banquets staff
* Coordinates and staffs accordingly for each event
* Oversee the set up and tear down of every event, making sure
everything the client ordered has been delivered and/or performed and
that staff is breaking down in a timely manner with the assistance of
banquets staff
* Meet with potential clients on a continual basis and closing the
sales based on the services provided
* Maintain all records and contracts
* In charge of cash control and reporting on all events in a timely
manner
* Follow-up on all signed contracts guaranteeing deposits and final
payments from the clients before each event occurs
* Guarantees all services ordered form client are correct and has
been properly coordinated
* Required to work a varied schedule that include evenings, nights,
and weekends
* Required to spend much of the time out of the museum ensuring
sales of banquets and parties
Knowledge /Skills/Experience Required:
* Bachelor's degree required or an AA, plus 2-4 years experience in
banquets, sales or catering.
* Strong sales skills
* Experience Microsoft Office Suite
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
* Maintain a strong presence at all times
* Demonstrate team building experience.
* Excellent time management skills.
* Exceptional detail in follow-up.
If you are interested in this position please send resume, cover letter
and salary history to: jobs@molaa.org. No phone calls please.
Contact: Mirella Romero
Phone: 562-216-4145
Fax: 562-951-3395
jobs@molaa.org
25. Events Administrator; SRA International, Inc.; Arlington, VA
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=27014011&jobSummaryIndex=87&agentID=
26. Program Assistant, Education Meetings; American Society of Clinical
Oncology;
Alexandria, VA
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=27011186&jobSummaryIndex=104&agentID=
27. Revenue Manager; MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL; Bethesda, MD
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=27001631&jobSummaryIndex=0&agentID=
*** From Angela Jacobs, via Ned Lundquist ***
28. Senior Director, Recognition Svcs & Special Events; University of
Chicago; Chicago, IL
From Angela Jacobs, Recruiter
http://www.linkedin.com/in/angelajacobs
Senior Director, Recognition Svcs & Special Events – Requisition 080346
General Summary:
Support the long-term development and alumni relations goals of the
University to foster lifelong relationships between the institution and
its key constituencies by developing and implementing a comprehensive
plan for donor stewardship, recognition and special event programs at
the University of Chicago. Create sophisticated
marketing-communications-based events and programs to achieve the
University's strategic engagement and fundraising goals and develop
metrics to measure success.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or higher required; a minimum of seven years of
development, communications, and marketing experience, including senior
management experience required; event planning and higher education
donor recognition experience preferred; proven leadership and strategic
planning capabilities required; strong written, oral, and listening
skills required; strong organizational skills and attentiveness to
details required; ability to work collegially and collaboratively in a
team setting, and an enthusiasm for, and ability to make a positive
contribution to the institution as a whole required.
For more information and to apply:
http://jobopportunities.uchicago.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=200619
To be considered, all job seekers must meet the requirements and apply
online.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity
Employer.
*******************
*** From Ned Lundquist ***
29. Events Manager (part-time): North Ryde, NSW Australian College of
Health
Service Executives; North Ryde, NSW, Australia
The Australian College of Health Service Executives (ACHSE) is
Australia's largest professional body in health management. It aims to
develop and foster excellence in health service management through
education and ongoing professional development for health and aged care
managers.
The NSW Branch of ACHSE currently has an exciting opportunity for an
Events Manager. The focus of this position is to organise Professional
Development activities for the Branch. Activities include conferences,
seminars and workshops in Sydney and regional NSW.
Responsibilities of the role include:
* Sourcing and liaising with venues, caterers, AV suppliers
* Liaison with speakers and delegates
* Processing of event registrations using IMIS
* Design of event flyers and news bulletins to market events
* Budget and financial management of events.
Essential Experience required:
* Competence in the use of IMIS Events
* At least 2 years' event management experience with track record of
delivering high quality events
* Excellent time management skills
* Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
* Detail oriented and able to work on multiple tasks simultaneously
* Ability to work autonomously and as a member of a small team
* Fully experienced in Microsoft Office products.
This position is available 4 days a week. Working hours will be
negotiated with the most suitable applicant. Salary is pro rata
$59,280pa + super.
Please forward your resume and a covering letter to:
Dr Sarah Mott, NSW State Director
ACHSE (NSW Branch)
PO Box 341, North Ryde, NSW, 1670
Phone: 02-9878-1222 / Fax: 02-9889-3099
Email: smott@achsensw.org.au
Closing date Monday 15 September 2008.
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30. Director, Event Operations; 1105 Media; Falls Church, VA
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4745273
31. Director of Sales and Marketing; NYLO Hotels; Dallas/Las Colinas, TX
http://www.mpiweb.org/cms/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=7358
32. Progam Coordinator; MedAccess; San Diego, CA
Join our Team!
Located in beautiful La Jolla, California, MedAccess is a fully
integrated promotional advertising agency specializing in the
pharmaceutical industry. Delivering strategic brand marketing solution
is what we do best. Our roster of prestigious clients count on us for
their marketing communications, medical education, accredited CME, and
meeting services.
The highly strategic account and creative teams of MedAccess work
together to make sure we're the strategic partner our clients deserve.
So, if you think you have what it takes to join our growing team, keep
reading.
Position overview:
Under the general direction of Program Managers/ Associate Directors,
Program Coordinators are responsible for assisting in the planning and
execution of both small (under 50 attendee) and large (over 50 attendee)
meetings and events. Accountable for updating internal systems in timely
manner and communicating program details to all necessary internal
departments.
Position Requirements:
* 4-year college degree or equivalent education and experience.
* 1 year meeting planning experience preferable
* Assist in the coordination of all program logistics including but
not limited to venue/ site selection, contract negotiations, travel,
food and beverage, meeting room sets, audio-visual, rooming lists, and
ancillary vendors (i.e. entertainment, activities, décor and/or
photographer)
* Responsible for audience generation (recruitment) and attendee
data management
* Coordinate outsourced ground transportation arrangements for
attendees, faculty, client, & staff and update and manage an accurate
Arrival and Departure manifest
* On-site: work as part of the meeting services team to coordinate
meeting logistics/actives with Client Services, venue & vendors and
offer assistance to team members
Please send your resume with salary requirements to MPeda@acinj.com.
33. EVENT MANAGER; Associated Students UCLA; Los Angeles, CA
EVENTS! EVENTS! EVENTS!!! Do you have excellent communication skills?
Are you a high energy individual? Great Customer Service? Would you
describe your organizational and leadership skills as “stellar”? If you
answered yes to these questions, then we want to hear from you!
The UCLA Student Union is an integral part of the Associated Students
UCLA which operates the nationally recognized UCLA Store and UCLA
Restaurants. The UCLA Student Union's focus is student programming and
services. This visible position is responsible for general execution
and oversight of all student group events for the Student Union Event
Services Office. Provides cost estimates for services, ensuring that
proper paperwork and authorizations are completed. Assists with
monitoring venue maintenance and equipment inventory. Ensures maximum
customer service delivery levels, and adherence to established policies
and procedures. Assist with budgets and perform financial tracking and
reconciliation. Assists in coordinating Division wide programs and
events. Supervises and counsels student staff in all activities.
Requires 2+ years related management experience in event planning.
Experience must demonstrate effective: customer service skills;
handling of multiple priorities and timelines; supervisory skills.
Requires Word/Excel proficiency. Prior experience monitoring and
reconciling budgets. BA/BS or the equivalent combination of education
and experience is required.
Premier Benefits include:
* 3 weeks paid vacation per year
* Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
* 12 days sick and 13 paid holidays per year
* University of California Retirement Plan with 5 year vesting
Resumes MUST include salary history. No relocation assistance is
available.
ASUCLA is an EOE/AA employer
Visit our website at: http://www.asucla.ucla.edu/
http://www.asucla.ucla.edu/jobs/career.asp
34. Catering Sales Manager; Chase Park Plaza; St. Louis, MO
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4744976
35. Assistant Event Producer; Aflac; Columbus, GA
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
* Assists with the management of high profile sales and employee
event productions to include; designing the event stage, lighting and
sound and coordinating the staff and contractors to successfully support
complex technical requirements; selects the appropriate video equipment
system, audio equipment, lighting equipment, and labor to effectively
produce the event while staying within the confines of the production
budget; conducts testing of audio, video, lighting and other components;
negotiates production proposals including obtaining competitive bids in
accordance with procurement policy
* Works with the second vice president to ensure that the activities
and objectives of the department are accomplished in a timely,
efficient, and professional manner; assists with the coordination of
production crews, equipment, and cast in the studio and on location by
determining the placement and movements of speakers, crewmembers,
lights, camera, microphone, props, and sets; provides training to
departmental staff regarding the proper use and maintenance of
equipment, and acts as a consultant to the company in matters relating
to corporate events and audio/visual productions
* Serves as the assistant event director/stage manager and may
coordinate the show by giving command cues to all stage positions such
as, teleprompter operators, video technicians, graphics operators, sound
engineers, lighting technicians etc.; directs the production of a wide
variety of mediated materials (e.g., overhead transparencies, slides,
audio tapes, slide tapes, videotapes, etc.); operates and supervises the
operation of a wide variety of audio visual equipment
* Coordinates event designs based on requirements, defines project
scope, budgets, timelines, milestones and resource allocation to ensure
successful project delivery; acts as liaison and event consultant to
executives, field force, and other staff; assists with the coordination
of the creative and technical aspects of photo shoots for company
officials and company-related functions and activities both in and out
of town, including photographs for newsletters and products/brochures
* Performs other related duties as requested
Education & Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in communications, event production,
communications technology, or a related field and five years of work
related experience in an event production environment or an equivalent
combination of education and experience
*Two years of professional experience in lighting systems and audio
and video technologies
Job Knowledge & Skills:
* Demonstrated ability in photography, video, and sound recording
(preferred)
* Photoshop/Illustrator (preferred)
Contact: Keyla Cabret
Phone: 706-660-7445
Fax: 706-660-7253
kcabret@aflac.com
http://www.aflac.com
36. Meeting Planner II – Washington DC; FINRA; Washington, DC
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=27021171&jobSummaryIndex=0&agentID=
37. Client Services Manager; Cvent; McLean, VA
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=27021296&jobSummaryIndex=2&agentID=
38. Convention & Tradeshow Associate; SmithBucklin Corporation;
Washington, DC
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=21058156&jobSummaryIndex=15&agentID=
39. Direct Sales,Account Executive; Cvent; McLean, VA
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