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Regional Sales Manager

PRA is the market-leading business event management firm, delivering unique experiences that move hearts, minds and businesses forward. Blending Passion, Reach and Authenticity, PRA works collaboratively with clients to craft creative, multi-sensory attendee journeys to leave a lasting impression.

This position is based in the Phoenix area and enjoys a hybrid remote/in-office schedule, allowing for flexibility based on our client’s needs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for increasing overall sales volume by developing key relationships with new accounts and growing existing assigned accounts while prioritizing delivery of outstanding client experiences and financial profitability
• Manage and maintain existing relationships with key accounts as well as focus on new business development to maintain a strong robust pipeline of opportunities
• Participate in industry related organizations, and local community to develop business and attain leadership status when possible
• Expertly qualify leads and develop innovative program strategies to win business and achieve individual annual sales goal
• Partner with Experience Designers and Creative Team on proposal vision and program specifications to ensure completion of a solution that targets the client’s goals and budget. Develop and execute dynamic presentations to prospective clients
• Arrange and conduct Site Inspections for clients, entertain clients and develop a personal rapport
• Finalize and close business with clients, arranging for program deposit and signed contracts prior to transitioning to event production team
• Quantify projected budgets (revenue and gross profits) from programs and enter into Salesforce for revenue tracking purposes and ensuring financial targets are achieved
• Manage travel and client marketing budgets and schedules for appropriate approval
• Initiate sales calls and follow up
• Update hoteliers and clients on a regular basis on new venues, services and destinations through locally derived marketing strategies and initiatives
• Be available during program for client contact
• Work closely with Business Development to respond to all referral leads from hotels and clients
• Collaborate with Experience Designers and Event Producers to meet clients expectations and create memorable customer experiences
• Ensure that sales/gross profit goals are met and clients’ programs exceed their expectations
• Follow up with clients on future program opportunities and generate system leads through the pay it forward program
• Remain current and knowledgeable of industry trends and developments
• Partner with and educate Global Sales team on local market and program opportunities. Send quarterly destination overview to GSD Team to ensure they stay up to date in the market
• Implement and execute business and marketing plan for destination

Qualifications:

• 5 or more years of experience in sales, specifically in a DMC, incentive travel, event management or related field preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality & Tourism, Business Management, Marketing, Communication, or related degree preferred
• Knowledge of client development including new business development, lead follow up, qualifying the client, proposal presentation and closing business
• Knowledge of program design and development, from inception through contract
• Proven ability to meet sales goals consistently
• Ability to provide solutions and/or resources to challenges/opportunities that may arise during the development and sale of programs
• Must be able to interpret, define and document complex program requirements
• Must be able to develop and maintain strong supplier/partner, hotelier, and community relations
• Must be able to negotiate with supplier/partners on behalf of clients for best locations, terms, etc.
• Must be able to professionally represent PRA at client meetings, site inspections, industry and association functions, supplier/partner meetings, and staff meetings
• Must be able to read, analyze, and interpret client proposal requirements, RFPs, contracts, financial reports, and other legal documents
• Must be able to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients and/or supplier/partners
• Must be able to prepare reports, write business correspondence, and develop and write proposals, and sales reports
• Must be able to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, supplier partners, and hoteliers
• Must be able to calculate program costs, percentages, profit margins, and perform other mathematical requirements involved in proposal development and contract negotiation

Whether in-person, remote, or hybrid, PRA guides organizations in bringing people together with strategic content, brand engagement and authentic destination experiences. PRA has local teams across the US covering more than 29 top destinations, and a remote execution team who can plan anywhere our clients envision an incomparable meeting or event.

Internally, we have a robust sustainability and social impact program that includes initiatives around carbon reduction, pushing towards zero waste, supporting the American Forest Foundation and PACT-USA, working with our supply chain to ensure we have sustainable and diverse suppliers for client events and a focus on equity, diversity and inclusion. Our plans and projects are ongoing and we are excited with the changes we’ve made and look forward to the continued and increased impact we will have through these programs and initiatives.

Our Corporate and Incentive Program Planning Capabilities Include:

Creative Event Design + Production; Local Excursions; Tours; Teambuilding; Offsite Events; Dine Arounds; Digital + Hybrid Programming; Health + Safety Logistics; CSR + Giveback Initiatives; Sustainable Planning Services; Transportation Logistics; Staffing; Content Creation; Graphic Design + Branding; Gifting.

Follow PRA on social @PRABusinessEvents and visit www.pra.com for more information.

PRA Business Events

Job Summary

The Director of Sales and Marketing has direct oversight of sales and marketing operations for The Charles Hotel. This role has the responsibility to achieve optimal occupancy and ADR growth to maximize total revenue while meeting/exceeding hotel profit objectives. This individual will oversee operations of the hotel Sales Managers including, but not limited to, direct sales, follow-up, sales administration, hiring of staff, training, managing and coaching. Additional responsibilities include assisting with sales and marketing budget, forecast, advertising, and marketing and business plans. Management-level associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities; for OEM associates, overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly.

The Director of Sales and Marketing is a bonus eligible position with the potential to earn up to 40% of his/her annual base salary or base wages (“Bonus-Eligible Earnings”).

Qualifications

• Must possess highly developed verbal & written communication skills to frequently negotiate, convince, sell and influence other managerial personnel, hotel guest(s) and/or corporate clients.
• Must have thorough experience with professional selling skills: opening, probing, supporting, closing.
• Shows strong analytical skills and strategic vision in establishing appropriate sales deployment.
• Must be proficient in general computer knowledge especially Microsoft Office products.
• Must be able to work independently and simultaneously manage multiple tasks.
• Strong organization and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and manage people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds while solving complex problems and creating a productive sales team.
• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the sales/marketing/hospitality profession.
• Must work well in stressful, high-pressure situations; maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
• Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all group, transient, and catering sales solicitations and bookings to maximize overall revenue.
• Develop, recommend, implement and manage the division’s annual budget and the advertising, public relations marketing and sales plans and programs for the hotel to maximize rate, occupancy and food & beverage opportunities thus ensuring the hotel meets/exceeds management and owner revenue/profit goals and expectations.
• Proactively conduct outside sales calls, conduct sales tours and entertain clients.
• Understand the content reflected in contracts and how to negotiate terms therein.
• Develop and maintain market awareness to ensure ability to predict revenue opportunities and set proactive strategies.
• Monitor production of all top accounts and evaluate trends within your market.
• Adheres to Aimbridge Hospitality’s established regulations, company standards, sales standards and sales metrics related.
• Comply with attainment of individual goals, as well as team goals and budgeted metrics.
• Train all members of the hotel staff on how to recognize and capitalize on all sales opportunities to increase hotel occupancy and revenue.
• In partnership with the Director of Catering and Director of Transient Sales to help to manage Human Resources in the division in order to attract, retain and motivate the employees; hire, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, conduct performance and salary reviews, resolve problems, provide open communication vehicles, discipline and terminate, as appropriate.
• Help to supervise Catering & Event Management Team (as applicable) to ensure that the Catering, Food & Beverage, and Meeting Room rental budgets are met or exceeded.
• Develop a full working knowledge of the operations and policies of the hotel, including Sales, Food and Beverage, Front Office and Reservations.
• Maintain strong visibility in local community and industry organizations.
• Attend and/or conduct daily/weekly/monthly meetings and any other functions required by management, providing training on a regular basis.
• Maintain professional working relationships and promote open lines of communication to achieve initiatives with respective marketing partner(s) and other internal departments (i.e. Second Wave, Aimbridge Digital, or Branded field marketing).
• Travel on a weekly basis, as required.
• Act, as directed, on behalf of the General Manager in his/her absence; performing any other duties, as requested by management.
• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, additional details will be specified by the supervisor. The associate will also perform other reasonable business duties as signed by the supervisor.
• Management reserves the right to change this job description, job responsibilities, duties, and working hours as needs prevail.

Property Details

The Charles Hotel experience reflects the eclecticism that is Cambridge. An urban oasis, The Charles offers something for everyone who is visiting the Boston area. Guests can soak in their academic surrounding by attending a lecture at Harvard, relax with a stroll along the Charles River, explore downtown Boston or dine at some of the Boston and Cambridge area’s finest restaurants, including The Charles’ own Henrietta’s Table.

The Charles is an independent property, offering luxurious accommodations and all the comforts of home. Guest rooms combine New England décor with the latest technology. 18,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor banquet space merge to offer an array of options for anyone’s next event.

Located just minutes from downtown Boston and a variety of world-class attractions, The Charles is a AAA Four Diamond Hotel and a proud member of Preferred Hotels and Resorts.

Company Overview

As the global leader in third-party hotel management, our growing portfolio represents over 1,550 hotels in all 50 states and 22 countries, from top international lodging brands to luxury hotels, destination resorts and lifestyle hotels. Our associates around the globe are passionate about serving our guests and driving exceptional results and thrive in a culture where everyone is inspired to be the best. Join a world of possibility with Aimbridge Hospitality.

Benefits

Joining The Charles Hotel surrounds you with entrepreneurial, like-minded peers an independent hotel has to offer. As an employee of The Charles Hotel, you will benefit from:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance starting from $1.16* weekly
• Access to 401(k) and company match
• Eight annual paid holidays with an extra personal day
• Travel benefits across multiple brands
• Complimentary daily meal
• Complimentary daily parking
• Complimentary dry cleaning
• $1000 referral bonus

*Rate is subject to change

The Charles Hotel

Casting Call: Non-Union Paid Extras for “Fight Night” Series

Job Description:

CAB Castings, LLC. is excited to announce casting opportunities for the upcoming limited drama series “Fight Night,” produced by Peacock & Will Packer, starring Kevin Hart, Samuel L. Jackson, among other notable actors. Set in the vibrant and tumultuous era of Atlanta, GA, in the early 1970s, we are seeking individuals to fill various extra roles that embody the unique culture and looks of the time. This is a fantastic chance to immerse yourself in a dynamic period piece and work alongside a stellar cast.

Roles Available: Hustlers

• Age: 18+

• Race: All

Job Responsibilities:

• Arrive on time at the designated location, ready for wardrobe fitting and makeup to ensure authenticity to the 1970s setting.

• Follow directions from the directors, producers, and crew to effectively participate in scenes as required.

• Maintain professionalism and patience on set during filming, understanding the importance of the extra role in achieving the desired scene ambiance.

• Be prepared for potential adjustments to scenes and call times, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to the project’s success.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

• Open to all races.

• Must have a flexible schedule and be available for the entirety of the shoot day.

• Ability to adhere to the wardrobe and styling guidelines provided, reflecting the 1970s era accurately.

• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States and able to provide necessary documentation.

• Previous experience as an extra is appreciated but not required.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $175/12 hours. Payment details will be provided upon casting confirmation.

Casting Call: “FIGHT NIGHT” Series Extras

Job Details:

CAB Castings, LLC. is currently seeking NON-UNION PAID EXTRAS to participate in the upcoming Peacock & Will Packer limited drama series titled “FIGHT NIGHT,” filmed in Atlanta, GA. The narrative is set in the vibrant and transformative era of the early 1970s, capturing the essence of Atlanta’s culture and aesthetics during that time. We are looking for individuals who can authentically embody the looks and spirits of the 1970s, diverging from modern styles to reflect the period accurately.

Available Roles:

• PARTY GUESTS: Seeking individuals aged 30-50 to fill the roles of party guests within the series. These roles require a level of authenticity to the time period, including wardrobe and demeanor.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate as an extra in various scenes, portraying a party guest consistent with the 1970s era.

• Follow direction from the directors and production team to ensure scenes are executed as envisioned.

• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout the filming process.

• Be prepared for long shooting periods and ready to adapt to various scenarios as they arise.

Requirements:

• Ages: Must be 18 years or older.

• Race: Open to all races.

• Availability: Must be available for filming on the specified date (3/14) with a preliminary call time of 12:00 PM (NOON).

• Wardrobe: Candidates must have or be willing to obtain attire that accurately represents the 1970s fashion and style for the role they are cast in. Guidance and specifications will be provided upon casting.

• Authentic Look: Must be able to convincingly portray a character from the early 1970s, adhering to the cultural and aesthetic norms of the time.

Compensation:

• Rate: $175 for a 12-hour day (Daily rate)

Casting Call Extras  for “FIGHT NIGHT” Series

About the Project: “FIGHT NIGHT” is a high-profile drama series, set in the vibrant backdrop of Atlanta, GA, during the early 1970s. The series boasts a stellar cast, including the likes of Kevin Hart and Samuel L. Jackson, among other notable talents. We are seeking to portray an authentic representation of the era, capturing the unique culture and looks that defined the early ’70s.

Job Detail: We are currently casting for NON-UNION PAID EXTRAS to fill various background roles within the series. This specific call is for individuals to play the role of CROUPIERS in a scene that reflects the lively and dynamic atmosphere of the time.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform background roles as croupiers in scenes as directed.
• Maintain character and costume integrity throughout the shoot.
• Be prepared for a variety of scenes, potentially requiring multiple takes.
• Follow direction from the director, ADs, and other production staff.

Requirements:

• Age: 18 and above.
• Race: Open to all.
• Availability: Must be available on the specified filming date (Tomorrow, Thursday, March 14th).
• Time Commitment: Preliminary call time is at 12:00 PM (NOON). Must be available for the full day.
• Attire: Must be able to provide or accommodate attire that fits the early 1970s aesthetic, as specific wardrobe instructions will be provided upon casting.
• Look: Applicants must embody the appearance and style of the early 1970s. Modern looks will not be considered for this period piece.

Compensation:

• Rate: $175 for a 12-hour day (Daily Rate). Payment terms will be discussed upon casting.

Winner of Philadelphia Business Journal’s Best Places to Work, Think-Traffic has an exciting growth opportunity for a technology savvy Account Director with 5+ years casino gaming, retail marketing, activation/consumer packaged goods, franchise, and/or food & beverage marketing experience. Our Account Director must be an enthusiastic self-starter who dots i’s and crosses t’s while being able to think outside the box.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor, alternately driving strategic and tactical thinking for technical, business, and operational initiatives across client organization
• Drive thought leadership within both client organizations and the agency, and present examples of innovation, programs and trends to inspire the internal team and clients
• Responsible for account stability and growth
• Most visible client contact
• Establishes and builds strong personal and working relationships with designated client contacts and makes certain the agency maintains a “web” of contact throughout each organization
• Responsible for ongoing management, service, and profitability for assigned accounts and/or programs
• Most skillfully interacts and manages different personalities and skill sets
• Anticipates potential relationship or expectation issues, and advises the CEO and manager in time for the agency to act proactively
• Demonstrates a clear, comfortable, persuasive presentation style for both formal and informal settings
• Takes ownership of all account duties including but not limited to: status reports, meeting recaps and notes, meeting agendas, presentation and deck building, and billing & reconciliations
• Proactively manages all facets of the business on assigned accounts from budgets, to media plans, to social media and digital initiatives
• Tracks, reports and provides client with ROI on all initiatives managed by the agency so as to strengthen perceived value of agency contributions
• Processes assigned work requests in efficient, timely manner
• Proactively plans/hosts client entertainment and team building events

Client Accountability

• Maintains each client’s respect and confidence as a trusted advisor and confidant offering an eager and open ear, sound judgment, proven business acumen and a range of relevant approaches to various issues and opportunities
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the client’s business and industry, becoming the “subject matter expert”, and lead the Account Team(s) in understanding/knowing this information
• Provide strategic planning and direction on assigned account(s), and develop/present appropriate POVs to the client(s) as required to keep agency top-of-mind to client(s)
• Performs a leadership role in preparing and conducting casino competitive reports and client strategic sessions
• Writes effective marketing plans, creative briefs, work orders and reports
• Leads development and oversees implementation of an annual Client development plan
• Coordinates Plans Board meeting, as appropriate

Internal Perspective

• Remains in touch with the agency’s “day-to-day” business on behalf of clients – knowledgeable and conversant in their key issues, competitive situation, industry trends and the projects assigned the agency as well as other communication partners
• Demonstrates a willingness and ability to lead the positive, spirited debate of ideas and points-of-view in order to push “your team” and the agency at large to deliver a continuously improving product, both counsel and creative
• Communicates effectively and proactively with department heads regarding performance issues and opportunities for improvement
• Rigorously edits staff communications and presentation documents so that they are clear, concise and error free

Financial Management

• Proactively initiates discussion, and addresses any anticipated variance from, annual revenue goals
• Establishes annual billing and revenue goals for each client, tracking progress on a quarterly basis
• Identify specific opportunities for growth within existing client organizations
• Develops and employs selling skills to explore these growth opportunities
• Develop, present and negotiate annual agency fees/budgets
• Is a model for stewardship of our clients’ and the agency’s money – avoiding unnecessary expenditures, acting to minimize errors, and negotiating required costs
• Ensure clients’ perception that agency consistently provides value-added services
• Supervise and approve the development and administration of clients’ budgets
• Ensure/review the accurate and timely preparation of production, media, digital, and other budgets/estimates for approval
• Monitor and evaluate all costs from within internal agency teams and outside vendors

Requirements

• 5+ years of agency or allied communications industry experience that provides an understanding of advertising, marketing, media, creative, production, public relations, research, social, digital, agency finance, etc.
• 5+ years experience within the marketing industry, including agency experience in casino gaming, retail, activation, consumer packaged goods, franchise marketing, and/or food & beverage. Casino gaming experience a must.
• Franchise marketing or casino gaming experience a plus
• A conceptual understanding of marketing, branding, strategy and planning are required.
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Self-starter and self-motivated, with the ability to provide solutions without supervision
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Enthusiastic with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Mac literate (Word, Excel, Outlook, Keynote)
• Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
• Organized, has attention to detail and able to multi-task
• Experience in client facing roles
• Facebook/Instagram/Twitter expertise required
• Strong leadership capabilities
• Proven ability to educate, train, and persuade

Send resume and cover letter to [email protected]

Think Traffic

Job Summary

The Director of Sales-Select Service has direct oversight of sales and marketing operations for a Select Service hotel. This role has the responsibility to achieve optimal occupancy and ADR growth to maximize total revenue while meeting/exceeding hotel profit objectives. This individual will oversee operations of the hotel sales department including but not limited to direct sales follow-up sales administration hiring of staff training managing and coaching. Additional responsibilities include sales and marketing budget forecast advertising marketing and business plans for no more than one Select Service hotel; manages within approved plans and budgets. Exempt associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities. Primary duties must consist of administrative executive or professional tasks more than 50 percent of the time and job duties must also involve the use of discretion and independent judgement more than 50 percent of the time.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of progressive hotel sales experience preferred; or a 4-year college degree and at least 1 year of related experience; or a 2-year college degree and at least 2 years of related experience
• Must have a valid driver’s license in the applicable state.
• Must possess highly developed verbal & written communication skills to frequently negotiate convince sell and influence other managerial personnel hotel guest(s) and/or corporate clients.
• Must have thorough experience with professional selling skills: opening probing supporting closing
• Shows strong analytical skills and strategic vision in establishing appropriate sales deployment
• Must be proficient in general computer knowledge especially Microsoft Office products
• Must be able to work independently and simultaneously manage multiple tasks
• Strong organization and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and manage people of diverse socioeconomic cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds while solving complex problems and creating a productive sales team
• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the sales/marketing/hospitality profession.
• Must work well in stressful high pressure situations; maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
• Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data and basic arithmetic functions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all group transient and catering sales solicitations and bookings to maximize overall revenue.
• Develop recommend implement and manage the division’s annual budget and the advertising public relations marketing and sales plans and programs for the hotel to maximize rate occupancy and food & beverage opportunities thus ensuring the hotel meets/exceeds management and owner revenue/profit goals and expectations.
• Proactively conduct outside sales calls conduct sales tours and entertain clients.
• Understand the content reflected in contracts and how to negotiate terms therein.
• Develop and maintain market awareness to ensure ability to predict revenue opportunities and set proactive strategies.
• Monitor production of all top accounts and evaluate trends within your market.
• Adheres to Aimbridge Hospitality’s established regulations company standards sales standards and sales metrics related.
• Comply with attainment of individual goals as well as team goals and budgeted metrics.
• Train all members of the hotel staff on how to recognize and capitalize on all sales opportunities to increase hotel occupancy and revenue.
• Develop a full working knowledge of the operations and policies of the hotel including Sales Food and Beverage Front Office and Reservations.
• Maintain strong visibility in local community and industry organizations.
• Attend and/or conduct daily/weekly/monthly meetings and any other functions required by management providing training on a rotational basis.
• Maintains professional working relationship and promote open lines of communication relationships to achieve initiatives with respective marketing partner(s) and other internal departments (i.e. Second Wave Aimbridge Digital or Branded field marketing).
• Travel on a weekly basis as required.
• Act as directed on behalf of the General Manager in his/her absence; performing any other duties as requested by management.

Property Details

Make yourself at home at TownePlace Suites Boston Logan Airport/Chelsea. Our hotel in Chelsea MA offers everything you need for a productive extended stay, including free shuttle service to Logan Airport. Recharge in our pet friendly suites with large desks, plush Marriott bedding, and fully equipped kitchens. Start your day with your favorites from our free breakfast buffet and enjoy convenient dining at restaurants near our hotel like Rino’s Place, New Saigon, and The Brown Jug. Get your workout in at our 24-hour fitness center and refreshing indoor pool. During your stay, enjoy easy access to top attractions like the Seaport District, Downtown Boston, and Freedom Trail with the subway station walking distance from our hotel. Our convenient location makes our hotel suites a great choice for your upcoming Chelsea group stay. No matter how long you’re in town, make the most of it at TownePlace Suites Boston Logan Airport/Chelsea.

Company Overview

As the global leader in third-party hotel management, our growing portfolio represents over 1,550 hotels in all 50 states and 22 countries, from top international lodging brands to luxury hotels, destination resorts and lifestyle hotels. Our associates around the globe are passionate about serving our guests and driving exceptional results, and thrive in a culture where everyone is inspired to be the best. Join a world of possibility with Aimbridge Hospitality.

Benefits

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

Aimbridge Hospitality

JOB TITLE: Account Manager

POSITION: Full-Time

Applicants for this role must have account experience at an agency and be willing/able to work from our office in Santa Monica, CA.

Summary of Position:

As an Account Manager at Mirrored Media, you will play a pivotal role in driving client management and success. Your primary responsibility will be managing day-to-day communication with clients and internal counterparts to ensure the flawless execution of experiential campaigns while also tracking and growing project revenue. The ideal candidate possesses a blend of strategic thinking, leadership skills, and a passion for creating memorable brand experiences. Candidates should have exceptional interpersonal communication skills, prior client and project management experience in an agency setting, and a demonstrated ability to problem-solve and facilitate multiple projects simultaneously. The candidate should also possess excellent writing editing skills as they will be responsible for writing and overseeing client communications, creative pitch copy, media audits and reporting, strategic recommendations, briefing documents, etc.

Job Responsibilities:

Account Management and Strategy:

• Serve as the primary, day-to-day client contact on multiple projects to ensure overall goals and KPIs are met.
• Respond to and facilitate client requests on a timely basis  and troubleshoot as challenges arise.
• Utilize creativity and strategic thinking to become a trusted resource for existing clients, building strong relationships, and providing consulting support offering insights and recommendations to enhance their experiential efforts.
• Support management of scope of services agreements, including deliverables, budgets, and change orders for assigned clients.
• Understand client needs, objectives, and brand guidelines to ensure tailored experiential marketing solutions are being delivered.
• Work alongside cross-functional internal resource teams in the development of programs addressing client’s needs and objectives.
• Drive the development of creative briefs and ensure alignment with client objectives.

Project Execution:

• Oversee the end-to-end execution of experiential marketing campaigns, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet or exceed client expectations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams, including creative, production, and logistics, to ensure alignment and successful execution of experiential marketing campaigns.
• Identify, implement, and manage detailed production timelines and operational plans to execute a project, meeting all client and internal expectations (creative intent, KPIs, metrics, etc.).
• Manage top-level communication with clients regarding contracting, budgets, payment schedules, scope changes, timelines, etc.
• Monitor project financials, identify potential issues, and implement solutions to meet financial goals.
• Conduct post-campaign evaluations to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
•  Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and teamwork.

New Business Development:

• Assist in new business generation, including proposal (RFP) development, pitches, and outreach.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for new clients and organic account growth.
• Support finding areas of opportunity within each existing client for Mirrored Media to grow our business with them organically.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field
• 5-7 years of proven experience in an account management role within an marketing or events agency, Ability to work cross-functionally and interdepartmentally
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Financial acumen and experience managing budgets
•  Self-starter with the ability to juggle multiple concurrent projects and tasks at once and complete work within tight and ambiguous timelines 
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with great attention to detail
• Solid oral and written communication skills; advanced proofreading and editing ability
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft, Apple, and Google applications 
• Must be able to work at a computer in an office setting, and remain in a stationary position 50% – 100% of the time. 
• Must be able to work nights and weekends occasionally, and travel domestically and internationally as work requires
• Must be able to work on projects onsite; often working outdoors, late hours, constantly walking up and down stairs, and often walking in excess of 20,000 steps per day
• This job has a hybrid in-office and remote work schedule, based out of our Santa Monica office; candidate must be local 

About the Company:

Mirrored Media is an award winning experiential & digital marketing firm with a focus on music and entertainment. We create high impact, enduring lifestyle campaigns that help brands connect to their target market through buzz worthy experiences.

Our board includes Steve McBeth, founding President of Disney Interactive; Steve Kofsky, of RCI Global LLC; Hans Zimmer, world renowned film composer. As an award-winning agency, Mirrored Media is consistently recognized as one of the most creative companies that caters to brands, media, influencers, and artists, creating custom tailored marketing solutions. By bridging the gap between music, technology, influencers, art, automotive, and fashion, Mirrored Media has curated some of the most successful and influential experiential activations and campaigns. Ultimately, every client experiences transformational results.

The company culture is light hearted but passionate. As a millennial founded company in a high stress industry, we pride ourselves on our team. You will benefit from a close working relationship and exposure to multiple areas of the business. We are always looking for growth within the company, and we invest in the personal and professional growth of our family.

Mirrored Media

Shenandoah Mansions is an Ash Hotel set to open in Richmond, VA in Autumn of 2024. The six-story hotel sits nestled in the historic Fan District, a former bohemian enclave where charming Italianate boulevards read like a pastiched European hangover. Shenandoah Mansions adorns the charms and intellects of the old world, whilst remaining refreshingly American. With 73 guest rooms, including four opulent suites, a mystical bar, an elegant restaurant, daily cafe and an on-site retail store, Shenandoah Mansions is an ode to the matriarchs and the grande dames, to witchcraft and fantasy, ghosts and fever dreams. With hidden nooks and corners, there are secrets to uncover within these palatial halls.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the management, execution, and continued development of all Hotel sales segments. The Director of Sales will report directly to the Corporate Director of Sales, with a dotted line to the hotel General Manager. The role will also work closely with the on-site Brand Marketing team and the property level Sales Mangers. The Director of Sales will also be responsible for developing and implementing a marketing communications plan designed to achieve the desired positioning for the hotel, as well as managing the sales and marketing budget that supports revenue attainment. The individual is additionally responsible for staying ahead of market trends, market share movement and ongoing competitive hotel analysis, while directing the property sales teams (rooms & catering) to ensure budgeted revenues are met or exceeded.

While the role carries a broad segment approach; the key development accounts will be local negotiated rates, national negotiated rates, international FITs and RTOs, wholesale, social groups, and government.

Essential Functions for the Position:

Managing current accounts, while prospecting new accounts is required. This includes outside sales calls, solicitations, and prospect presentations. Selectively sell travel industry and business travel in the interest of maximizing guest rooms and food and beverage revenues. Develop and implement sales and marketing programs and strategies for the travel industry and corporate travel market to generate property revenue.

Position Responsibilities:

● Execute sales activities to achieve budgeted goals and support growth and account support for multiple properties

● Pursue and negotiate new accounts including telephone solicitation, outside sales calls, sales trips, trade shows, site inspections, networking, and sales entertainment

● Develop and implement all sales strategies

● Research, analyze, and monitor financial, technological, and demographic factors to capitalize on market opportunities and to establish a leadership position in the market

● Develop and maintain relationships with key & target accounts with a focus on wedding groups.

● Produce monthly sales reports as required by Corporate Director of Sales.

● Play a pivotal role in hotel level sales efforts, including meeting top clients, hosting receptions, and meeting with on-site Sales Managers for continued development and coaching

● Assist in the annual budgeting plan

● Support marketing and revenue teams by planning special sales activities, promotions, and client events

● Problem solves with other departments as needed to book business into the hotel

● Enhance the portfolio’s image by actively participating in associations, events, clubs, and boards

● Stay ahead of hotel competition – their new developments, services, and amenities, to ensure competitive knowledge and strategy are current

● Discuss, support, and innovate key service and product differentiators on an ongoing basis

● Highly motivated and flexible, possessing the ability to take initiative, to succeed under pressure and meet deadlines

● Knowledge of Sales, Marketing, Reservation and Room’s distribution functions

● All other reasonable responsibilities assigned by management

The successful candidate will possess the following education, experience and skills:

● Bachelor’s degree is required from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing or Hospitality Management; a combination of education and direct, related experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree

● 5-7+ years preferred in sales and marketing in the Hospitality industry with strong business travel and transient industry sales experience

● Sales experience with independent concepts is preferred

● Must possess experience with prospecting and account cycle sales software

● Must possess superior negotiation skills and demonstrated depth of contract execution expertise

● Must be willing and available to travel up to 10% of your time

Additional skills:

● Strong organizational skills; must be able to execute on multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision

● Possess strong analytical, financial, and quantitative skills with a high level of attention to detail

● Willing to work a flexible schedule to accomplish all required tasks

● Work with integrity, confidentiality, and discretion

● Always possess a professional demeanor

● Maintain harmonious working relationships with other associates by promoting teamwork and fostering a positive working climate

● Must have the ability to resolve problems/conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner

Salary & Benefits:

Base Salary Range: $110,000 – $120,000

Bonus Potential: 20% of Base Annual Salary, Paid Quarterly

Cross Property Sales Incentive Program

Competitive PTO, Health Insurance, and Savings Package

Associate Referral Program

ASH Hotels Employee Discount

Ash is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive environment where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Ash

Business Development Manager

Albany, NY (5 days/week, US Remote)

6 Months Contract

Job Description:

Headquartered in Ridgefield Park, N.J., Client Electronics America, Inc. (SEA) is a leader in mobile technologies, consumer electronics, home appliances and enterprise solutions. From our humble beginnings to our position today as a tech leader, our passion for innovation has been the common thread throughout our history. We’ve grown into one of THE most recognized global brands. We consider ourselves “relentless pioneers” that push boundaries and defy barriers. The company pushes beyond the limits of today’s technology to provide groundbreaking connected experiences across its large portfolio of products and services, including mobile devices, home appliances, home entertainment, 5G networks, and digital displays. As EPA’s ENERGY STAR® Corporate Commitment Partner, SEA is dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment through its eco-conscious products, practices, and operations.

People | Excellence | Change | Integrity | Co-Prosperity

Position Description:

We are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager (BDM) to help us grow our Financial Services market share over a 12-month period.

• Role & Responsibilities:The Business Development Managers role will focus on acquiring new business opportunities, customers, strategic partners, and solutions supporting the B2B Financial Services Team. The Business Development manager will focus on establishing new business in new green field accounts, while ensuring an excellent client experience, at all times. The role will require the development of new business leveraging existing GTM strategies, marketing approaches and product roadmaps. Critical to success will be a growth mindset and ability to execute on account plans.
• The role will be key in the development of selling near-term and long-term solutions and GTM strategies, execution of marketing approaches and collaboration on product and technical roadmaps through VOC – fact/requirements, insights and plans. This role requires deep experience prospecting, and closing multi-year strategic customer acquisition, customer experience, digital transformation, digital innovation, and/or product engineering engagements.
• As the Business Development manager, the individual will qualify, develop, and help close opportunities within existing and new Client B2B accounts. Individual will work closely with Senior Leadership, Product, Marketing, and Innovation teams to develop and execute go-to-market strategies to drive growth within Financial Services.
• Specific responsibilities:Responsible for securing new revenue and growing Client market share within green field financial services industry accounts for the Mobile B2B Business Unit.
• Position Client’s mobile portfolio to generate leads and increase Client’s market share and revenue in target accounts quarterly and annually.
• Partner with the Managing Director to identify, prioritize, and develop go-to-market plans with emphasis shaping opportunities, prospecting efforts, and service offerings to address critical clients’ needs within our Ideal Customer Profile, ultimately leading to multi-year, strategic engagements
• Become industry expert with deep understanding of Client’s partner eco-system and solution selling
• Uncover and solve the most strategic challenges facing C-suite in financial services
• Develop and maintain strong business relationships with financial service industry end customers/users/decision makers and influencers of – mobility operations to agency C-level (CIO, CTO, CISO) and Client’s partner base.
• Clearly articulate the value that Client brings to enterprise customers and technology partners.
• Research and provide key insights on market and customer issues, trends and competitive analysis to inform Solution development, Sales and Product Teams.
• Identify, qualify, track and report on net new business opportunities critical to growing pipeline leading to market share and revenue growth in the B2B Finance vertical.
• Identify customer’s mobile/technology priorities, and requirements to inform GTM strategies
• Lead development of win strategies, and tailored customer value propositions with Product Team and Industry Partners (Technology and Services).
• Develop and maintain industry relationship with large and small business technology and services partners; drive effective teaming to increase Probability of Win.
• Partner with Marketing and Management Teams to drive ‘win messaging’ into market.
• Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree and 10+ years of solution procurement or engineering experience is required
• Knowledge and experience of Finance vertical
• 3-5 years’ acquisition experience with customers
• Demonstrated expertise and experience with enterprise mobility, mobility solutions, and mobile device managed Android devices.
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Outstanding verbal communication skills; candidate must be authentic, disciplined and persuasive, and comfortable presenting to executive level audience in marketing and technology
• Strong reasoning skills; ability to analyze data, trends and provide recommendations that drive strategic account/business plan development and action Microsoft Office skills – PowerPoint, Word and Excel skills are a must. Must be able to develop detailed PowerPoint presentations that tell a story; advanced Word & Excel use
• Ability to work collaboratively with all departments, management levels within the company
• Ability to work independently, while maintaining an organized tracker of projects, programs and promotions

Education Requirement Bachelor’s Degree

10+ years of solution procurement or engineering experience is required

1. Top 3 Skill Sets:Knowledge and experience of Finance Vertical
2. 3-5 years acquisition experience with customers
3. Demonstrated expertise and experience with enterprise mobility, mobility solutions, and mobile device managed Android devices.

Harvey Nash