Hospitality and Event Planning Network (HEPN) for 14 April 2008
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*** The Short Self-Pitch (SSP)
*** Upcoming Conferences
1. Catering Specialist; American College of Cardiology; Washington, DC
2. General/HR Manager; International Gem & Jewelry Show, Inc.
(InterGem); Rockville, MD
3. ACCOUNT MANAGER; WYNDHAM JADE, LLC; PLANO, TX
4. Senior Account Executive; Victoria Conference Centre; Victoria, BC,
Canada
5. Manager – Sales; Victoria Conference Centre; Victoria, BC, Canada
6. Executive Sales Manager; Gaylord National Resort and Convention
Center; National Harbor, MD
7. Conference Manager; International Association of Fire Chiefs;
Fairfax, VA
8. Temporary Convention Assistant; United Food and Commercial Workers
International Union; Washington, DC
9. Associate Director of Communications & Marketing; Georgia World
Congress Authority; Atlanta, GA
10. Meeting Planner; American College of Healthcare Executives; Chicago,
IL
11. Meeting Planner; Executive Administration, Inc.; Arlington Heights,
IL
12. National Sales Manager; Boston Convention Marketing Center; Boston,
MA
13. Senior Events Manager; The Castle Group, Inc.; Boston , MA
14. Event Producer wanted; InVision Communications; Walnut Creek, CA
15. Event Producer wanted; InVision Communications; New York City, NY
16. Global Account Manager – NY; Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide;
New York, NY
17. Senior Director of Sales – Omaha; Starwood Hotels & Resorts
Worldwide; Omaha; NE
18. Global Account Manager – Omaha; Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide;
Omaha; NE
19. Sourcing Manager; Experient; Chicago, IL
20. Convention & Tradeshow Senior Manager; SmithBucklin Corporation;
Washington, DC
21. Meeting/Congress Planner; Universal CIT; Stamford, CT
22. Meeting Planner; Genentech; South San Francisco, CA
23. Meeting Planner; University of Rochester; Rochester, NY
24. Project Assistant; Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police; Ottawa,
ON, Canada
25. Events Manager; Gerson Lehrman Group; Austin, TX
26. Exhibits Manager; National Defense Industrial Association;
Arlington, VA
27. Education Coordinator; National Telecommunications Cooperative
Assoc.; Arlington, VA
28. Conference Program Associate; American Wind Energy Association
(AWEA); Washington, DC
29. Director of Conferences and Travel; Healthcare Financial Management
Association (HFMA); Westchester, IL
30. Associate Director – Marketing/Education; American Association for
Geriatric Psychiatry (AAGP); Washington, DC
31. Meetings Manager; Association of Government Accountants; Alexandria,
VA
32. Manager, Revenue Management; Norwegian Cruise Line; Miami, FL
33. Senior Manager Website Marketing; Hilton; Memphis, TN
34. Account Manager; DT International, Inc.; Tampa, FL
35. Marketing Seasonal Event Intern; Comcast; Pittsburgh, PA
36. Account Manager; Kennedy Creative Event & Destination Management;
Austin/Bastrop, TX
37. Marketing Event Manager; Arrow Electronics, Inc.; Alpharetta, GA
38. Conference Producer-Business; MECLABS; Warren, RI
39. Conference Producer-Business; MECLABS; Jacksonville, FL
40. 4 Star Events/Banquet Manager; Global Recruiters of Utica; North
Carolina
41. eSolutions Specialist; Reed Exhibitions; Norwalk, CT
42. Database Operations Analyst; Reed Exhibitions; Norwalk, CT
43. General Manager; Center Stage Catering; Athens, GA
44. Sales Executive; Expoships; Naples, FL
45. Director Of Sales And Marketing; Hilton Dulles; Herndon, VA
46. Program Coordinator, Transplant Marketing/Special Events; University
of Illinois at Chicago; Chicago, IL
47. Team Assistant, Education and Training; American Society of Clinical
Oncology; Alexandria, VA
48. Evening Manager; The Washington Suites Alexandria Hotel; Alexandria,
VA
************* The Short Self-Pitch (SSP) *********************
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are looking for a job opportunity or offer free-lance services, send a
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************* Upcoming Conferences *************
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next newsletter!
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1. Catering Specialist; American College of Cardiology; Washington, DC
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4360114
2. General/HR Manager; International Gem & Jewelry Show, Inc.
(InterGem); Rockville, MD
The International Gem & Jewelry Show, Inc. (InterGem), located in
Rockville, MD, is a trade show organizer seeking a full-time General/HR
Manager. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and a
minimum of 5 years management experience. Strong verbal, written, and
computer skills necessary, as well as, excellent interpersonal,
leadership, and organizational skills. The major functional areas for
this job include work performed in sales and marketing management,
customer management, technical management, general management and
financial management.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
· Assist with production of trade shows supporting business growth
objectives and customer satisfaction.
· Prepares annual expenditure budget.
· Reviews & approves expenditures to ensure compliance with adopted
budget.
· Monitors procedures and recommends policies to protect assets of
organization.
· Responsible for negotiating financial contracts.
· Responsible for interviewing, training, and discipline of staff.
· Establish job descriptions and performance standards.
· Responsible for supervising and monitoring the daily activities
of staff as well as provide direction and support.
· Analyzes workload distribution and determines staffing needs and
assignments.
· Reviews and approves staff requests for time off and ensures that
proper leave records are maintained.
· Enforces HR policies and procedures.
InterGem offers an excellent salary and benefits package. Please send
resume and salary requirements via email to tasbor@aol.com or fax to the
International Gem & Jewelry Show, Inc., 120 Derwood Circle, Rockville,
MD 20850 at 301.294.0034.
3. ACCOUNT MANAGER; WYNDHAM JADE, LLC; PLANO, TX
This position is a member of the Account Management Team within the
Convention Division. It ensures that all tasks and client requirements
are implemented according to established guidelines. The primary role is
management of hotel contracts and inventory needs for all conferences.
This position provides operational support to the sales team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include the following. Other
duties may be assigned.
* Reviews hotel contracts and contract notes as distributed by the
Attrition Management department, to become knowledgeable on contract
items for conference operation
* Creates block breakdowns as identified in the contract and per
client's request
* Sets up housing portion of show in OneSystem – the company's
proprietary software.
* Establishes incremental and cut-off dates, advises Call Center,
Accounting & IT (for web closings)
* Daily management of hotel inventory to determine availability,
communicate with AM Team, Call Center and Sales on inventory challenges
and change in inventory requirements
* Daily management of hotel blocks
* Establishs oversell percentage for each conference and hotel based
on history and contract language
* Creates & updates oversell reports with required data as the
oversell occurs
* Building of sub-blocks
* Communicates with On Site Manager regarding unwashed oversell,
prior to onsite
* Management and communication of oversell to sales and client, if
necessary. Updates oversell reports.
* Manages inventory daily to ensure availability at all times.
Secures additional inventory at hotels blocked and updates OneSystem to
sell the additional rooms.
* Ensures all inventory needs are communicated and confirmed in
writing with hotels. Ensures sell opportunity exists in all blocks.
* Process inventory requests and advises Call Center of denied and
approved Inventory Requests
* Establishes cut off procedures, based on contract language, for
each hotel and communicates WJ's expectation of rooming list processing
and return date
* Send deposit checks to hotels at cut off along with instructional
sheet on how to process
* Performs hotel cut offs, sends lists to hotels for data entry.
Follows up to ensure lists are received, in tandem with the Account
Executive
* Works with onsite coordinators and manager for the
pre-reconciliation of hotel rooming list, then provides discrepancies
back to hotel prior to final cut off in tandem with Account Executive
* Works with Account Executive on show start-ups
* Assists with post show reporting
* Attends client meetings/conference calls where appropriate
* Communicates with clients on requests and event status
* Sends weekly reporting to client where needed.
* Updates pace reports weekly.
* When required travel onsite.
Contact: KERRY WAGES
KWAGES@WYNDHAMJADE.COM
4. Senior Account Executive; Victoria Conference Centre; Victoria, BC,
Canada
Victoria is a remarkable city, located on the southern tip of Vancouver
Island. Home to over 74,000 residents and serving as the metropolitan
core for over 325,000 people, Victoria radiates old world charm, natural
beauty and cultural vitality in a unique urban environment.
The City's Conference Centre is seeking a dynamic, independent
individual to fill the position of Senior Account Executive. The
successful candidate will be responsible for seeking new markets and
developing existing markets by selling the City of Victoria as a
conference destination and the Victoria Conference Centre as the meeting
venue for the City.
Success in this position requires extensive sales and customer relations
experience with a proven track record in the meetings industry.
Qualifications include: a bachelors degree in Business Administration
or a related discipline and at least 5 years experience in conference
sales. Membership in industry organizations and certification of CMP is
preferred. Experience with EBMS software an asset.
The salary range for this position is $2,479.68 to $2,734.55 bi-weekly,
with a competitive benefits package. For a complete job description,
visit the City of Victoria's website at http://www.victoria.ca/. This
position is excluded from union membership.
Submit your application or resume quoting competition #64/08 by 4:30pm,
Friday, April 25, 2008 to the City of Victoria, Human Resources
Department, 627 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, B.C., V8W 1N8 or FAX to (250)
361-0238 or email: hr@victoria.ca
Please note that only those selected for interview will be contacted
5. Manager – Sales; Victoria Conference Centre; Victoria, BC, Canada
Victoria is a remarkable city, located on the southern tip of Vancouver
Island. Home to over 74,000 residents and serving as the metropolitan
core for over 325,000 people, Victoria radiates old world charm, natural
beauty and cultural vitality in a unique urban environment.
The City's Conference Centre is seeking a dynamic, independent
individual to fill the position of Manager – Sales. The successful
candidate will be responsible oversight of all sales activities
including leading a sales team, to secure business for the Victoria
Conference Centre.
Success in this position requires extensive sales and customer relations
experience with a proven track record in a sales environment.
Qualifications include: a bachelors degree in Business Administration
or a related discipline and at least 5 years experience in conference
sales. A minimum of 3 years of experience managing, training and
supervising a sales team is desired.
The salary range for this position is $2,970.17 to $3,274.74 bi-weekly,
with a competitive benefits package. For a complete job description,
visit the City of Victoria's website at http://www.victoria.ca/. This
position is excluded from union membership.
Submit your application or resume quoting competition #63/08 by 4:30pm,
Friday, April 25, 2008 to the City of Victoria, Human Resources
Department, 627 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, B.C., V8W 1N8 or FAX to (250)
361-0238 or email: hr@victoria.ca
Please note that only those selected for interview will be contacted
6. Executive Sales Manager; Gaylord National Resort and Convention
Center; National Harbor, MD
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4351225
7. Conference Manager; International Association of Fire Chiefs;
Fairfax, VA
Join an exciting new leadership team at the International Association of
Fire Chiefs. IAFC is a 134 year old association that represents the
fire chiefs and chief officers of over 1.2 million firefighters. We
seek a proven team player and a results oriented conference manager.
Responsible for the management of up to ten conferences. The
association's largest conference is one of the Top 100 tradeshows in the
U.S. with over 17,000 attendees. Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years
of conference management experience required; must also be proficient in
contract negotiation, budget development and management. Must possess
excellent communications and computer skills and be able to manage
multiple activities of varying priority on a timely basis. Must have
experience working with volunteer committees and supervising on-site,
remote, and contract employees. Moderate travel required. CMP is
desirable. IAFC provides excellent benefits and supports work/life
balance. For consideration, please send cover letter and resume with
salary requirements to Personnel Dept., IAFC, 4025 Fair Ridge Drive,
Fairfax, VA 22033; fax: 703-273-9363 or e-mail: jobs@iafc.org. We are
an EOE employer.
8. Temporary Convention Assistant; United Food and Commercial Workers
International Union; Washington, DC
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=4349568
9. Associate Director of Communications & Marketing; Georgia World
Congress Authority; Atlanta, GA
The Georgia World Congress Center Authority has an exciting opportunity
available for an Associate Director of Communications and Marketing.
This position is responsible for the management and successful
performance of the Georgia World Congress Center Authority's
Marketing/PR Department to include, but not be limited to: recommend,
develop, and implement short and long range marketing goals to achieve
measurable success in increasing revenue; develop research initiatives
to support these goals; design a survey system that measures our success
with show managers, exhibitors and attendees and oversee the branding
strategies and public relations initiatives of the Authority. Bachelor's
degree and 6 years experience required. For further information on this
available position, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at
www.gwccajobs.com
10. Meeting Planner; American College of Healthcare Executives; Chicago,
IL
Description: This position is responsible for planning and coordinating
the logistics of ACHE's educational programs within budget constraints.
The Meeting Planner provides onsite support for education programs and
post-event analysis. This position will function as the liaison between
Education and Membership for registration activities which includes
compiling annual calendar of events, identifying potential hotel/meeting
sites, preparing request for proposal (RFP), evaluating RFP's, and
making site recommendations, preparing contracts for signatures after
obtaining approval. This position manages the on-site registration and
staffing assignments for Congress on Healthcare Leadership, including
registration staff training, on-site supervision, materials
distribution, and event reconciliation.
Requirements: Baccalaureate degree in hotel management, business
administration, or related field. Minimum of two years experience in
meeting planning or hotel/restaurant management which includes prior
contract negotiation experience and experience or knowledge of
hotel/food/beverage operations. This position requires the ability to
memorize a wide variety and type of information, to respond quickly to
situations influencing decision making, and to travel.
hr-recruitment-so@ache.org
11. Meeting Planner; Executive Administration, Inc.; Arlington Heights,
IL
An Arlington Heights-based medical association management firm seeks an
experienced and motivated convention manager and meeting planner.
Reporting to the Director of Meetings and Conventions, the successful
candidate will assist with planning all aspects of several 3,000-person
conventions and smaller leadership meetings.
Responsibilities include assignment of space, preparation of meeting
specs, development of food and beverage, a/v, housing, and
transportation requirements, etc. Candidates must have a thorough
knowledge of meeting and convention management, the ability to work on
multiple projects simultaneously, and excellent administrative and
organizational skills. The successful candidate will have a bachelor's
degree and at least 3 years of association convention management
experience, with medical society experience preferred. This is a growth
opportunity, with advancement potential for the selected candidate.
This search is being conducted by Tuft & Associates. Competitive salary
and benefits. Submit your cover letter and resume in confidence to:
Tuft & Associates
ATTN: Kathleen Kuntzman
1209 N. Astor Street, Chicago,
Illinois 60610
Phone: (773) 478- 2264
Email: cmarg@tuftassoc.com
12. National Sales Manager; Boston Convention Marketing Center; Boston,
MA
http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&exclude=1829588&jb=4347398
13. Senior Events Manager; The Castle Group, Inc.; Boston , MA
http://www.mpiweb.org/CMS/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=6973
14. Event Producer wanted; InVision Communications; Walnut Creek, CA
Leading Bay Area Communications Company specializing in Global Event and
Media Production is seeking a strong, energetic leader to join our
production team in our Walnut Creek Office. This person will be
responsible for managing the event production process which includes
overseeing the production of all video, media and any other elements
which are part of the project. This person will also be responsible for
participating in the selection of and management of all production
resources and creating and managing project budgets. Primary
responsibilities include ensuring, the client's communication objectives
and overall expectations are met, upholding the timeframe for delivery
of each project and meeting company's project financial goals.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
* Extensive experience in producing corporate events and media
* Understanding of current event production technologies
* A track record of developing long term client relationships and
growing revenue within accounts
* The ability to present to Senior Management within major
corporations
* Strong written and oral communication skills
* Ability to work well under pressure
* Ability to multi-task and prioritize as well as supervise staff on
site
* Ability to work in a fast paced environment
* Self-motivated, and the ability to work independently as well as
in a team
The Ideal candidate will have at least 5 years experience in event
marketing or related field, a track record of developing long term
client relationships and growing revenue within account, Heavy travel is
required.
If the above is a description of you send your resume and pertinent
information to: InVision Communications, Human Resources, 1280 Civic
Drive, 3rd floor, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 or HR@iv.com
15. Event Producer wanted; InVision Communications; New York City, NY
Leading San Francisco based Communications Company specializing in
Global Meetings, Events and Media Production is seeking a strong,
energetic producer to join our team in the growing New York City Office.
This person will be responsible for managing production resources in
the supervision and execution of production projects for our New York
and occasionally our San Francisco offices. This person will also be
responsible for creating and managing project budgets. Primary
responsibilities include ensuring, the client's communication objectives
and overall expectations are met, upholding the timeframe for delivery
of each project and meeting company's project financial goals.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
* Extensive experience in producing corporate meetings/events and
media which includes negotiating and developing and adhering to budgets
* A track record of developing long-term client relationships and
growing revenue within accounts
* The ability to present to Senior Management within major
corporations
* Strong written and oral communication skills
* Ability to work well under pressure and maintain poise and a sense
of humor
* Ability to multi-task and prioritize as well as supervise staff on
site
* Ability to work in a fast paced environment
* Self-motivated, and the ability to work independently as well as
in a team
The Ideal candidate will have at least 5 years experience in
meetings/event marketing or a related field, a track record of
developing long-term client relationships and growing revenue within
accounts. Travel is required.
If the above is a description of you, please send your resume and
pertinent information to: InVision Communications, Human Resources, 1280
Civic Drive, 3rd floor, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 or HR@iv.com
16. Global Account Manager – NY; Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide;
New York, NY
POSITION PURPOSE
Responsible for the solicitation and total penetration of accounts to
generate group business for all brands of Starwood Hotels & Resorts.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
*Solicit new accounts through prospecting, research and qualifying
sales leads
* Generate definite revenue from targeted accounts utilizing
deployment reports.
* Develop strong internal/external customer relationships with the
focus on lifetime value of accounts.
* Negotiate and book business through property sales executives at
Starwood properties.
* Develop action plans against targeted accounts as required to
achieve sales goals.
* Manage account activity as outlined in sales operating manual.
* Participate in trade shows and conferences as required.
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
Education
High school or equivalent education required. College degree preferred.
Experience
Sales experience required, hotel experience preferred.
Job Knowledge Skills/Abilities
* Experience in Word, Excel, Outlook preferred.
* Ability to track and maintain all pertinent account activity
utilizing existing sales program.
* Possess strong sales and negotiation skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
* Strong organizational and follow-through skills.
* Competent in making decisions regarding account challenges.
This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job
functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from
time to time.
All Applicants who would like to be considered for a position with
Starwood must complete the mandatory online application. Apply for job
number 60057467at www.starwood.jobs
17. Senior Director of Sales – Omaha; Starwood Hotels & Resorts
Worldwide; Omaha; NE
POSITION PURPOSE
Direct the sales effort of group and catering business for Starwood
Hotels & Resorts. Manage team of Global Account Managers (Inside Sales
Professionals) who are responsible for account management, prospecting
and account acquisition at Starwood. As a leader and spokesperson of
Starwood, must have integrity, knowledge of Starwood properties and a
drive to succeed.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Recruit, direct, lead, train and counsel global sales staff
(Associate Director of Sales, 16 Global Account Managers and 6 Sales
Coordinators)
* Prepare, implement and compile data for the strategic sales plan,
annual goals, budget, forecasts and other reports as directed/required.
* Lead a team of account managers that are highly transactional and
ensure that the sales process is effective and efficient.
* Direct sales effort: Actively participate in sales calls, site
visits with client when appropriate, participation in trade shows, and
increase awareness of Starwood destinations, new properties and
renovations.
* Oversee the proper maintenance of lead status through sales
system. Computer knowledge and use of technology meeting with the
standards set forth by the Global Sales Office.
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
Education
Bachelor's degree required.
Experience
Five years of hotel or global sales experience required. Sales
leadership experience preferred.
Job Knowledge Skills/Abilities
* Proven track record of hotel sales successes.
* Hotel property experience and complete understanding of hotel
structure (sales, rooms and conference planning).
* Experience in budgeting, forecasting and reporting process.
* Experience in Word, Excel, Outlook preferred and any past hotel
software (Delphi, Miracle) helpful.
* Experience and understanding of working with key national
accounts.
* Knowledge of destinations/hotels and use of collateral available
to assist in helping clients choose Starwood properties for their
programs.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
* Competent in making decisions regarding account challenges.
This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job
functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from
time to time.
All Applicants who would like to be considered for a position with
Starwood must complete the mandatory online application. Apply for job
number 60047051at www.starwood.jobs
18. Global Account Manager – Omaha; Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide;
Omaha; NE
POSITION PURPOSE
Responsible for the solicitation and total penetration of accounts to
generate group business for all brands of Starwood Hotels & Resorts.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
*
Solicit new accounts through prospecting, research and qualifying
sales leads
* Generate definite revenue from targeted accounts utilizing
deployment reports.
* Develop strong internal/external customer relationships with the
focus on lifetime value of accounts.
* Negotiate and book business through property sales executives at
Starwood properties.
* Develop action plans against targeted accounts as required to
achieve sales goals.
* Manage account activity as outlined in sales operating manual.
* Participate in trade shows and conferences as required.
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
Education
High school or equivalent education required. College degree preferred.
Experience
Sales experience required, hotel experience preferred.
Job Knowledge Skills/Abilities
* Experience in Word, Excel, Outlook preferred.
* Ability to track and maintain all pertinent account activity
utilizing existing sales program.
* Possess strong sales and negotiation skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
* Strong organizational and follow-through skills.
* Competent in making decisions regarding account challenges.
This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job
functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from
time to time.
All Applicants who would like to be considered for a position with
Starwood must complete the mandatory online application. Apply for job
number 60049077 at www.starwood.jobs
19. Sourcing Manager; Experient; Chicago, IL
Experient is the source for integrated meeting and event services. Last
year we provided our world-class services to more than 3,000 events of
all types, ranging in size from 25 to over 100,000 people. Experient
clients have immediate access to the premiere solution for integrated
registration, meeting management, housing, and exhibitor services.
Experient is currently seeking a Sourcing Manager to support our team in
the Chicago office.
Responsibilities include: Acting as primary liaison between meeting
hosts and hotel/supplier during meeting research; Preparing preliminary
budgets; Maintaining vendor and supplier relationships; Strategic
location blocking, Contract negotiation and site inspection
coordination.
Requirements include: 3-5 years of Meeting Planning or hotel industry
sales experience. Experience in establishing and maintaining client and
supplier relationships; Effective negotiating skills; superior
interpersonal and communications skills including ability to collaborate
with and support project teams; proficiency with MS Office suite
required. Experience with or background working with StarCite
preferred.
This position requires the ability to travel 20%.
Experient offers competitive pay along with a comprehensive benefits
package which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Flex Spending,
Short Term and Long Term Disability, 401K, generous Paid Time Off
policy, Tuition Assistance, and much more.
Experient is EEO and Affirmative Action employer.
Experient, we are perfecting the event experience.
Please apply at: www.experient-inc.com/careers/
20. Convention & Tradeshow Senior Manager; SmithBucklin Corporation;
Washington, DC
http://www.mpiweb.org/CMS/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=6959
21. Meeting/Congress Planner; Universal CIT; Stamford, CT
Universal Conference and Incentive Travel- For more than 30 years,
Universal's dedicated planners have provided our clients with
extraordinary quality. Universal is proud of the strong, strategic
business relationships that have been built primarily with our
prestigious Pharmaceutical clients.
Who are we seeking: A passionate, high-energy Project Manager with a
solid background in planning corporate meetings and congresses. We need
a TEAM PLAYER with an eye for detail, the ability to problem-solve, with
a great sense of humor, who is willing to work hard, but in a fun
environment with a team of people who are inspired to deliver
exceptional service in an exceptional way -the “Universal Way”
What do we need you to do: Deliver exceptional, successful, profitable
events. Your ability to translate your clients' brief into accurate and
inspiring solutions will help take this company into continued areas of
growth.
The skills we need you to have:
* Minimum of 2-4 years meeting/conference/congress planning
experience
* Excellent organizational skills
* Management of onsite teams and associate planners
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Produce accurate budgets and manage client expenditure
* Ability to work on multiple events simultaneously whilst retaining
your sense of humor, level of accuracy and team spirit
* Creative effective and long term relationships with clients and
suppliers alike
* Willingness to go that 'extra mile' to ensure we are continuing to
work towards our vision of being the 1st choice partner in providing
inspirational face to face events and communication solutions
* Some knowledge of Audio Visual requirements, to allow you work
effectively with our Audio Visual and Production partners
* MS Office (Word, Excel) proficiency
* Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time, including some
weekends (note: a valid passport is required)
We offer an extraordinary workplace with an excellent benefits package,
a strong performance development process, and a fun work environment.
Join us at an exciting time in our growth!
If you believe that you can meet our needs and provide the skills and
personality we require, please email jennifer.cirillo@universalcit.com
or visit http://www.universalcit.com/ for a view into our world!
Send resume to Human Resources Manager at:
jennifer.cirillo@universalcit.com
22. Meeting Planner; Genentech; South San Francisco, CA
http://www.mpiweb.org/CMS/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=6958
23. Meeting Planner; University of Rochester; Rochester, NY
http://www.mpiweb.org/CMS/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=6952
24. Project Assistant; Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police; Ottawa,
ON, Canada
The Project Assistant position is an integral part of our small and fast
paced National Office team. The Project Assistant works with, and under
the direction of the Project Coordinator organizing and implementing
various duties associated with the Annual Conference and many Committee
conferences and projects throughout the year.
Tasks include conference registration, production of program, liaison
with speakers, sponsorship, communications, logistics of events and
various administrative duties. The Project Assistant also assists with
receptionist duties and other tasks as required.
Qualifications include excellent computer skills with MS word, Excel,
database; able to implement a clearly defined project plan; able to work
independently as well as to accept specific direction; strong attention
to detail and organization; able to prioritize projects effectively and
meet deadlines; must communicate effectively in writing and in person;
team player and independent problem-solving skills to handle multiple
tasks.
Attention: Magda Mitilineos
email: magda@cacp.ca
Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police
582 Somerset Street West
Ottawa, Ontario K1R 5K2
25. Events Manager; Gerson Lehrman Group; Austin, TX
http://www.mpiweb.org/CMS/mpiweb/JobBank/DisplayJob.aspx?JobId=6954
26. Exhibits Manager; National Defense Industrial Association;
Arlington, VA
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2866014
27. Education Coordinator; National Telecommunications Cooperative
Assoc.; Arlington, VA
National telecom association seeks individual to provide support to
Education Dept. Successful candidate will have a background in meeting
coordination. Duties include conference logistics, registration,
materials assembly, correspondence, file management, and shipping
activities.
Requirements
Must have strong interpersonal, organizational, proofreading skills and
project management skills. Must be capable of handling multiple tasks
simultaneously and work independently. Knowledge of database systems and
Advanced MS Office preferred.
Competitive salary and excellent benefits in friendly office environment
near Ballston Metro. Send resume and salary requirements to:
NTCA
HR Dept. -EC
4121 Wilson Blvd., 10th Floor
Arlington, VA 22203
Fax (703)351-2001
E-mail: hr@ntca.org
28. Conference Program Associate; American Wind Energy Association
(AWEA); Washington, DC
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2865303
29. Director of Conferences and Travel; Healthcare Financial Management
Association (HFMA); Westchester, IL
Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) is the nation's
leading personal membership organization for over 34,000 financial
management professionals employed by hospitals, health systems, other
providers, payers and those serving the industry. Membership in HFMA
helps members meet challenges by providing professional development,
networking opportunities, information, and critical technical data.
HFMA's Director of Conferences and Travel is responsible for managing
the meeting planning function by providing meeting planning and
consultation in areas related to the annual conference, educational
offerings and other seminars. The Director of Conferences and Travel
supervises all other program delivery activities conducted by the
Meeting Coordinators. The director provides expertise in meeting
planning, audio visual production, site selection, volunteer activities,
negotiation of vendor and hotel contracts, budgeting and financial
management of meetings and provides on-site coordination for the annual
conference, educational offerings and other seminars throughout the
year. Additionally, the director will oversee travel management for the
association. It is very important for the qualified candidate to
initiate and support concepts for new activities and stay abreast of
industry trends by attending industry related continuing education.
Requirements
The qualified candidate will have five to ten years of major conference
and meeting planning experience. Bachelor's degree required. Excellent
written and communication skills and the ability to work as part of a
team with all levels of staff and various external publics required.
Strong spreadsheet skills required. Analytical skills with high degree
of detail orientation required. Masters preferred. Association
experience preferred. Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation a
plus.
Please email your resume and cover letter to resumes@hfma.org
30. Associate Director – Marketing/Education; American Association for
Geriatric Psychiatry (AAGP); Washington, DC
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2862645
31. Meetings Manager; Association of Government Accountants; Alexandria,
VA
http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2861271
32. Manager, Revenue Management; Norwegian Cruise Line; Miami, FL
http://careers.hsmai.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2864033
33. Senior Manager Website Marketing; Hilton; Memphis, TN
http://careers.hsmai.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2863694
34. Account Manager; DT International, Inc.; Tampa, FL
http://careers.site-intl.org/c/job.cfm?site_id=554&jb=4356450
35. Marketing Seasonal Event Intern; Comcast; Pittsburgh, PA
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4357114
36. Account Manager; Kennedy Creative Event & Destination Management;
Austin/Bastrop, TX
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4356424
37. Marketing Event Manager; Arrow Electronics, Inc.; Alpharetta, GA
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4349853
38. Conference Producer-Business; MECLABS; Warren, RI
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4352124
39. Conference Producer-Business; MECLABS; Jacksonville, FL
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4352123
40. 4 Star Events/Banquet Manager; Global Recruiters of Utica; North
Carolina
Established Four Diamond Boutique Hotel in North Carolina is looking for
a talented Events Manager who wants to take a positive step in their
career. Must have hands on experience in a four star/four diamond hotel
environment. Minimum 3 years management experience as a banquet manager
with a verifiable progression of advancement and no more than 2 jobs in
the last 4 years. An intimate knowledge of room setups, culinary
expertise, and experience with various styles of service is a must. The
candidate for this position will have experience in budget
responsibilities and forecasting, training and developing a team and
knowledge of industry trends. Tremendous opportunity for growth, very
competitive salary and great benefits including 401k.
If you're looking for a change for the better, send your resume today.
If you meet the criteria for this company we'll contact you within 48
hours.
We also have clients with great opportunities throughout the country in
all sectors of the hospitality industry so if you're open to relocating
for the right opportunity, please let me know in your email.
Contact: Bob Kidwell
Phone: 315-853-3903 Ext. 105
Fax: 315-266-1224
bkidwell@grnutica.com
http://www.grnutica.com
41. eSolutions Specialist; Reed Exhibitions; Norwalk, CT
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4351254
42. Database Operations Analyst; Reed Exhibitions; Norwalk, CT
Overview of Responsibilities: The Database Operations Analyst is
responsible for the timely management, processing and quality checking
of the primary data inputs and outputs for Reed's databases. Success in
this role is based on a tireless attention to detail, strong technical
skills, ability to train and support database users, manage an
aggressive data conversion schedule, and communicate changes and issues
accurately and in a timely manner to vendors and internal process
stakeholders. They convert post-show data files from Registration
vendors into PRISM attendee database, execute internal merge/purge
process, utilizing Group 1 software and related applications, and
maintain database production schedule. They supervise all customer
Privacy requests and data transfers across applications and databases.
The Database Operations Analyst acts as a Point of Contact for Corporate
data cleaning projects and interfaces with the IT department on
technical database issues. They work cooperatively with the Director on
database-related strategic initiatives and software sourcing.
Qualifications:
BA/BS in related field required. Previous work experience with
merge-purge and address cleaning vendors or software preferred. Two-plus
years of relevant database maintenance or analysis experience required.
Query-building knowledge of Microsoft SQL, and prior use of MS Project
as a resource management tool is preferred. Must have advanced knowledge
of MS Access, PowerPoint and Excel. Must have strong project management,
communication and interpersonal skills, and have the ability to handle
multiple projects, prioritize and work independently.
We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, including tuition
reimbursement, 401(k) and pension plan, convenient location and a
vibrant working environment!
Please send resume with salary requirements in confidence to Human
Resources, Reed Exhibitions, 383 Main Avenue , Norwalk , CT 06851 or
e-mail: hr@reedexpo.com (in Microsoft Word). No calls or agencies
please. Web Site: www.reedexpo.com E/M/F/D/V.
43. General Manager; Center Stage Catering; Athens, GA
Center Stage Catering (centerstagecatering.com), in-house catering
service for The Classic Center, Athens, Ga. and a division of Lee Epting
Catering, is currently seeking a General Manger with at least 3-5 years
of professional Management experience.
We are growing and want a seasoned veteran looking for a long-term,
growth oriented, and prosperous relationship! We're looking for the
best! A 25 year old family-run catering company generating a seamless
blend of our sense of family, genuine passion and unique mindset; we
continue to set ourselves from our competitors, and create an amazing
home for all our hardworking, fun-spirited team members.
The General Manger has overall responsibility for all aspects of the
catering business, including Sales, Event Management, Accounting,
On-site inspections, Human Resources and Training.
Our ideal candidate has experience in a high volume catering
environment, knowledge and skill in operating food service and catering
operations; excellent interpersonal, supervisory, and customer service
skills; and the ability of lead and motivate staff.
Knowledge of liquor/food/labor cost controls; menu planning; process of
Payroll. Microsoft skills required. Caterease software knowledge
preferred.
Please email your resume and salary requests to:
jeremy@centerstagecatering.com
We look forward to meeting with you!
Jeremy Catland
General Manager
Center Stage Catering
Phone: 706.357.4421
Fax: 706.369.1414
jeremy@centerstagecatering.com
44. Sales Executive; Expoships; Naples, FL
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4351304
45. Director Of Sales And Marketing; Hilton Dulles; Herndon, VA
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=25751701&jobSummaryIndex=3&agentID=
46. Program Coordinator, Transplant Marketing/Special Events; University
of Illinois at Chicago; Chicago, IL
http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=553&jb=4350666
47. Team Assistant, Education and Training; American Society of Clinical
Oncology; Alexandria, VA
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=25605901&jobSummaryIndex=94&agentID=
48. Evening Manager; The Washington Suites Alexandria Hotel; Alexandria,
VA
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=25750686&jobSummaryIndex=4&agentID=
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