Hospitality and Event Planning Network (HEPN) for 6 April 2009
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This week's edition includes:
*** The Short Self-Pitch (SSP)
*** Upcoming Conferences
1. Director of Operations; PRA Destination Management; San Diego, CA
2. Meetings Logistics Corresondent; Rotary International; Evanston, IL
3. Education Program Manager; National Association of Children's
Hospitals and Related Institutions (NACHRI); Alexandria, VA
4. National Account Director; Seattle's Convention & Visitors Bureau;
Seattle, WA
5. Sales Manager; Millennium Hotel Minneapolis; Minneapolis, MN
6. Director of Conferences and Events; Williams College; Williamstown,
MA
7. Senior Event Manager, NTACCMH; Georgetown University; Washington, DC
8. Director of Sales; MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL; Washington, DC
9. Group Sales Manager; Westin Washington DC City Center; Washington, DC
10. Dir-Planning & Support; MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL; Bethesda, MD
11. Dir-Global eCommerce Services - Asia Pacific; MARRIOTT
INTERNATIONAL; Bethesda, MD


************* The Short Self-Pitch (SSP) *********************

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are looking for a job opportunity or offer free-lance services, send a
brief paragraph to sonjahepn@comcast.net. One SSP will be included each
week.


************* Upcoming Conferences *************

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1. Director of Operations; PRA Destination Management; San Diego, CA

Position Focus: Directs and manages the operations department of two San
Diego County offices. Position duties include the selection and
development of staff, directing program management and assignments, and
ensuring that programs are successful within budget guidelines. Operates
large profile and complex programs in San Diego County. Director is part
of the Management Team for PRA and is responsible for exceeding client
expectations and service levels.

1. Responsible for managing and directing the day-to-day department
operations including program management, budget
development/implementation for operations and employee management.
2. Develops and tracks Operations budget, maintaining office within
budget parameters.
3. Assists in the design and drafting of business plan objectives.
4. Actively participates on the Management Team for PRA.
5. Provides coaching and mentoring to staff when they are faced with
challenges/opportunities that arise on a daily basis.
6. Trains new department staff in the office and on program site.

Must have at least 5 years experience operating and managing programs
for a DMC, event planning, or related business in the hospitality
industry in a senior level position. College degree or certificate
helpful in Business Management, Event Planning, Project Management or
related field. Ability to manage and motivate Operations and Field
staff. Have some knowledge of human resource laws and regulations. Has a
strong background in employee relations and training in a diverse work
environment. Knowledge of current industry trends. Must be able to
position department strategically in areas of business development,
budget development, and employee development. Must be able to define and
document complex program requirements. Have the ability to work flexible
hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays and able to travel to
different Orange County and Los Angeles venues, client sites, and PRA
offices as needed. Must understand the sales process for a DMC and
support sales process through active participation in industry
networking, site inspections, and building client relationships.

Interested candidates must be familiar with the San Diego area, venues,
and hotels.

PRA Destination Management offers a competitive compensation and benefit
package.

Please forward your resume, cover, and salary history to Ann Fitzgerald
at afitzgerald@pra.com or via fax to (619) 236-3305.


2. Meetings Logistics Corresondent; Rotary International; Evanston, IL

http://www.mpiweb.org/cms/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=7667


3. Education Program Manager; National Association of Children's
Hospitals and Related Institutions (NACHRI); Alexandria, VA

The National Association of Children's Hospitals and Related
Institutions (NACHRI) has an immediate opening for an education program
manager. Responsibilities include: develops, budgets, manages and
evaluates key Association educational programs including NACHRI's Annual
Meeting and related programs, the Facilities Design conference, Web
conferences, if warranted, and associated conference blogs and other
social media. Coordinates the development and implementation of
marketing plans and establishes linkages with other associations as
needed for member professional development. Assesses educational program
content for additional programs and services, develops new programs and
services as needed. Supervisory responsibilities.

Candidate Requirements: The ideal candidate will be detail oriented,
have excellent organizational skills, and handle multiple projects in a
deadline driven environment. Candidate must have excellent oral and
written communication skills with the ability to prioritize assignments
and maintain flexibility with a positive approach to member services.
The right person will have the ability to work independently, when
appropriate; utilize available resources and demonstrate initiative.
The ability to travel 4-5 times a year is required. Proficiency with
Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint along
with an understanding of internet/website design, navigation and content
management is desirable. Previous experience with a healthcare
organization or trade association and iMIS database management is a
plus.

Resume with cover letter to:

HR, NACHRI, 401 Wythe Street, Alexandria, Va 22314; fax: 703-684-1589;
email: tskalitzky@nachri.org


4. National Account Director; Seattle's Convention & Visitors Bureau;
Seattle, WA

Responsibilities: Promotes and sells Seattle and region as a
convention and meeting destination for associations and corporations;
achieves specific room night sales goals as assigned and reviewed
annually. 70% focus on Convention Center bookings; 30% focus on hotel
self contained business. Visit www.visitseattle.org/bureau/jobs.asp for
more details.

Qualifications: .Four-year degree preferred but not required. .Five
years minimum hospitality industry sales experience. .Willing and able
to work evenings, weekends and holidays based on client and office
demands.

Compensation: Competitive

Contact: Susan Treder
Seattle's Convention & Visitors Bureau
701 Pike St, Ste 800
Seattle, WA 98101
206-461-5825 (phone)
206-461-5855 (fax)
streder@visitseattle.org
http://www.visitseattle.org


5. Sales Manager; Millennium Hotel Minneapolis; Minneapolis, MN

http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=5359520


6. Director of Conferences and Events; Williams College; Williamstown,
MA

http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=5343330


7. Senior Event Manager, NTACCMH; Georgetown University; Washington, DC

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=28003836&jobSummaryIndex=66&agentID=



8. Director of Sales; MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL; Washington, DC

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=28000746&jobSummaryIndex=69&agentID=



9. Group Sales Manager; Westin Washington DC City Center; Washington, DC

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=28016011&jobSummaryIndex=0&agentID=



10. Dir-Planning & Support; MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL; Bethesda, MD

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=28000731&jobSummaryIndex=5&agentID=



11. Dir-Global eCommerce Services - Asia Pacific; MARRIOTT
INTERNATIONAL; Bethesda, MD

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=28000751&jobSummaryIndex=6&agentID=



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