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Workplace Solutions Manager | Architecture and Design Industry – Chicago, IL

This is an exciting role for an individual with a passion for design and sales to join a collaborative and growing company. Deliver exceptional service and solutions to engage clients in a space where your strengths, skills, and goals are valued. This is a passionate and talented team that has an autonomous, motivating, progressive, collaborative, and rewarding culture.

The Workplace Solution Manager is an integral role in combining the background and passion of commercial interiors with account management skills to lead the art and science of the company’s proven, consistent, and repeatable sales process. This position requires strong product knowledge, interior design best practices, and the desire to execute sales while demonstrating the company’s core values and tenets, business models, differentiators, and keys to success. The Workplace Solutions Manager role combines proven business processes, industry-leading office interior best practices, and impactful technology to execute office interior projects from concept to completion. Join a growing and established company in this role.

Qualifications

• Degree in interior design or related field preferred
• 3+ years of experience in commercial design or the contract furniture/interior design industry
• Network in the design industry or with a furniture dealer, highly sought after
• Strong aptitude of Microsoft Office systems with ability to learn internal system
• Previous CRM Experience Preferred (I.e., NetSuite, Salesforce, HubSpot, SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• A passion for developing relationships with Owners, C-Level executives, Finance, Facilities Management, and human resource executives, within companies of all sizes
• Strong organizational skills with a high attention to detail and accuracy
• Entrepreneurial growth mindset focused on long term success
• Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills and ability to ask pertinent questions to determine client needs
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and foster both internal & external relationships
• Must be assertive, flexible, and have a strong sense of urgency with a high attention to detail
• Committed to supporting team goals and playing a major role the alignment of sales ops
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual Salary + Commission + Bonus Structure + Full Benefits Package
• Robust training program
• Full Benefits Package: Healthcare insurance (after 30 days), Working Advantage Discount Program (discounts on local entertainment & retail), EAP/Wellness Program, Financial Wellness program, 401K with employee match, PTO, Work schedule flexibility (after a proven track record of success), Summer hours, Bring your dog to work, Free office snacks, Annual employee outings, and Annual community service month and company donation matching.

For immediate review and consideration, contact: Hayek Serrato – [email protected]

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Why work with Interior Talent?

• OUR CLIENTS hire us to FIND YOU
• Exclusively focused on the Architecture and Design industries
• We work with the DECISION MAKERS – Owners, Principals, Directors, and HR
• CONFIDENTIALITY & PROFESSIONALISM: We assist with the entire process so that looking into a new opportunity is DISCRETE and CONFIDENTIAL – we highly value your current position and will never do anything that would bring your future into jeopardy
• EXPERTISE: in the industry since 2003
• We are your advocate, and WE GET IT – we know making a career decision is difficult, and we’re here for you throughout the whole process

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Interior Talent

STAND 8 is a global leader providing end-to-end IT Solutions. We solve business problems through PEOPLE, PROCESS, and TECHNOLOGY and are looking for individuals to help us scale software projects designed to change the world!

We are hiring a Senior Program Manager to play a driving role in modernizing our client’s Media Supply Chain, ensuring alignment with corporate operating goals. The Senior Program Manager will be responsible for managing 1-2 key pillars in the Media Supply Chain. Responsibilities will include planning, program delivery, status reporting, and other common project management activities in partnership with the product and engineering teams. One key success factor in this role is the ability to collaborate effectively and connect the dots across teams with many interrelated dependencies and competing priorities.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in program/project management and/or related Operational/Technical experience in a well-established, high-performing software development environment leveraging both Agile (or variations thereof) and Waterfall best practices.
• Experience in a Senior Program Management capacity, tightly aligning with Product, Engineering, and Operations leads to deliver successful products and services. Establishes rapport and close alignment across the teams to achieve harmony and symbiosis.
• Experience leading two or more large, multi-year programs, preferably in the digital transformation and/or Media Supply Chain space

Additional Qualifications

• Media & Entertainment Order Management experience is nice to have
• Experience optimizing PMO ways of working and collaborating with Product, Engineering, Operations, and Customer teams following both Agile and Waterfall methodologies
• Ticks and ties the spirit of objects to the interdependent parts of the supply chain to help ensure maximum effectiveness in prioritization, decision making, and alignment
• Ability to understand technologies applicable to assigned product or service area and facilitate resolution of technical needs as they arise
• Consulting experience is a plus

Leadership

• Frequently interacts with a diverse group of executives, project managers, technology, and business sponsors to establish and align on achieving business outcomes
• Exhibits mastery of methods and techniques to effectively and seamlessly communicate status updates within teams, across teams, and Leadership
• Mastery of prioritization across people, products and projects by helping teams align on where to focus and deliver the most value
• Strong written and verbal communications, presentation skills, and meeting facilitation skills
• Focuses on removing Impediments/blockers and improving Delivery results

Program Management Skills

• Strong knowledge of Waterfall and frameworks and software delivery lifecycle practices
• Extensive experience executing and launching business to business products, including aligning teams on scope, development testing, User Acceptance Testing, and complex launches
• Facilitates the creation and maintenance of a program roadmap, in close collaboration with Product Management, Engineering and various disciplines across the enterprise
• Extensive experience using Excel, project governance tools (e.g. JIRA, Confluence) and GANTT-based plan tools to drive and manage program initiatives
• Experience running PI-planning sessions, scrum of scrums, and retrospectives
• Manages critical dependencies and risks/issues within and across programs, including risk mitigation plans

The US base range for this contract position is $70-$80/hour. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training

STAND 8 Technology Services

Under the direction of the General Manager, this individual will oversee all Directors/VPs and assist with the management, promotion, and operation of the facility, including operations, sales, marketing, finance, food and beverage, box office, security, IT, production, technology, partnerships, special events, community relations, sustainability, branding, and all other related departments for the BOK Center. This executive will assist the General Manager with maximizing the number of events and revenue opportunities at the venue and the development of regional and national convention/meeting business.

This role will pay a salary of $110,000 to $150,000.

For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with boards, government departments and agencies, entertainment industry, community and civic organizations to encourage continual and regular use of the BOK Center
• Develop and manage relationships with arena partners

• Assist with the preparation any applicable reports or presentations for Tulsa Public Facilities Authority/Contract Administrator
• Assist with the development and implementation of the annual operating budget for the BOK Center with the General Manager

• Aggressively promote the use of the facility to maximize its utilization
• Coordinate, implement, and administer specific plans and programs prescribed by corporate directives, to include matters of training and development; quality assurance; energy efficiency; safety/emergency procedures, crowd control and crisis management procedures, or other areas as needed
• Help recruit, select, lead, motivate and evaluate director level staff; provide or coordinate training as needed; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures
• Assist CVB/sports commission with bid/RFP process for major city events and tourism business
• Commit to a diverse and inclusive arena workforce supporting a positive employee culture that reflects OVG’s reputation in the industry
• Act as one of the primary Executives on Duty at all events held at arena
• Continually evaluate the quality of the fan experience by firsthand observation, objective feedback and interaction
• Develop and foster integrated initiatives that promote the ultimate guest experience for conventions and meetings
• Assist and coordinate with the development of the annual operating calendar, activity schedules, projections for attendance and/or revenue
• Assure the administration of personnel and the facility operation are conducted in accordance with applicable local, state and federal regulations
• Evaluate facility practices and recommend improvements to better reflect the needs of arena clients and the facility, and/or to improve the efficiency and safety of operations, in compliance with policies and procedures

• Oversee the coordination of resources with Oak View Group corporate office
• Actively represent venue in community as ambassador
• Actively pursue new business opportunities
• Attend conferences and trade association meetings
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree or better from an accredited college or university in Business/Hospitality Management or related field
• Graduate of IAVM Public Assembly Facility Management School preferred
• Minimum of 7 years management experience in an arena, stadium  or other public assembly facility
• 5 or more year of leading and managing people
• Proven leadership skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of facility operations, budget preparation and personnel management
• Ability to apply conflict resolution and problem-solving skills in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to express ideas clearly through both oral and written communication
• Superior sales and marketing skills
• Knowledge of budget preparation and control
• Ability to travel as required
• Ability to work nights and weekends as required
• Ability to work with wide array of client groups, vendors and business partners enterprise-wide

Oak View Group

SUITES & LOGE BOX MANAGER

Trail Drive Management Corp. – Dickies Arena of Fort Worth, TX

Dickies Arena is a 14,000 seat, spectacular multipurpose venue located adjacent to the Will Rogers Memorial Center campus in Fort Worth, Texas. The arena is owned by the City of Fort Worth and managed by the not-for-profit operating entity, Trail Drive Management Corp (TDMC). The state-of-the-art arena, opened in November 2019, hosts concerts, sporting events and family entertainment, and is the new home to Fort Worth Stock Show rodeo performances.

Reports to: Manager of Suites, Loge Boxes & Clubs

Supervisory responsibility: Exercises general supervision over Suite & Loge Box supervisors, full time & part time administrative and operations-based team members

Job Description : The Suites & Loge Box Manager will assist in overseeing the staffing of all Suites & Loge Box team members, along with menu development & event-based planning for 40 Luxury Suites and 32 Loge Boxes. The Suites & Loge Box Manager will work closely with the Manager of Suites & Loge Boxes and culinary counterparts to ensure quality selections are available on an event by event basis with consideration of the anticipated guest demographic. This position is also responsible for ensuring that exceptional hospitality is received by Suite & Loge Box owners/ticketholders, venue guests and internal team members. They are also responsible for ensuring that alcoholic beverages are served safely and that food quality and sanitation standards are always maintained. This position reports to the Manager of Suites, Loge Boxes & Clubs. In-person and predictable attendance.

Essential Duties (Include, but are not limited to the following):

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Partner with The Manager of Suites, Loge Boxes & Clubs to ensure a successful arena opening and establishment of the F&B operation
• Assist with the establishment and enforcement of Dickies Arena policies
• Work closely with other team members and other departments to ensure department specific procedures, tasks and goals are met, consistent and effective communication occurs, efficient operational performance and a positive reputation of venue within the market/ industry is maintained
• Assist in the hiring, training, staffing and scheduling of all Suite & Loge Box team members
• Assist in the menu development for all Suites & Loge Boxes
• Engage with venue guests, as well as, team members to ensure exceptional hospitality is always received
• Assist in the development of promotions and programs to enhance the guest experience
• Assist suites administrative coordinators and/or sales team members with the pre-planning and setup of food and beverage orders, as well as, any special requests/instructions from the Suite/Loge Box owners and/or administrators for future events
• Engage with Suite & Loge Box owners/administrators, Suite & Loge Box ticketholders, and venue guests to ensure exceptional hospitality is always received for each event
• Engage with the Premium Sales and Service team on a regular basis; special attention to facility management of each Suite/ Loge Box, hospitality standards and special requests
• Assist with resolution of all departmental guest service issues
• Follow and enforce policies associated with the safe service of all alcoholic beverages
• Responsible for enforcing, executing and maintaining all safety, security and sanitation standards throughout the venue
• Responsible for ensuring food quality in presentation and production throughout all Suites & Loge Boxes, as well as, the remainder of the venue
• Assist and support the mentorship and development of all Suites & Loge Box supervisors and team members daily
• Thoroughly and accurately use all selected systems as appropriate for position (Purchasing, Point-of-sale, Work Force Management and more)
• Assist with ensuring achievement of all financial goals within the Suites and Loge Box department
• Conduct and oversee the ordering and inventory management aspects of the Suites & Loge Box department
• Other responsibilities and tasks as deemed appropriate by the Food and Beverage and Dickies Arena Leadership Team

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in food & beverage operations with 2+ years in a supervisory/management capacity.
• Experience in a sports and/ or entertainment venue with Suite experience strongly preferred.
• Previous experience leading large teams; inclusive of supervisors and part-time team members (60+ strongly preferred)
• Experience in an organization that has opened/acquired a new venue strongly preferred
• Experience leading teams
• Attention to detail
• Keyboarding skills and computer proficiency with software knowledge including MS Office Experience, implementing and operating Point of Sale, On-line Ordering and purchasing related technology
• Experience with computerized work force management software strongly preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects at one time
• Must be able to work extended shifts of 10 hours or more as business dictates
• Must be flexible with schedule and able to work different shifts
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays
• Must be able to work in fluctuating temperatures
• English reading, writing, comprehension, math and computer skills required
• Ability to taste and evaluate food and beverage products
• Must be able to reach, lift, stoop, bend and perform extensive standing and walking (including stairs) throughout shift
• Ability to use hands in using office equipment, including the computer system
• Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly
• Ability to perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound. Ability to talk and hear to conduct phone and radio correspondence
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned; visual inspection involving small errors and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly parts at distances close to the eyes

Intellectual/Social, Physical Demands And Work Environment

The intellectual/social, physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Intellectual/Social Demands

While performing duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to multi-task under time limits and with moderate to high pressure situations. Position requires constant attention to details and accuracy of specified standards including: following simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time. This position also requires frequent use of interpersonal skills with internal and external clients. Employee will frequently communicate via radio and in-person with others and exchange accurate information. This position requires employee to frequently work both independently or as part of a team. Position also requires being able to recognize and resolve conflicts, by being able to openly communicate with clients.

Physical Demands

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee will frequently operate a POS system, computer and other office devices such as calculators, telephones, copy machines, faxes and printers. Employee will constantly move about inside and outside various areas of the facility before/during/after events to interact with internal/external clients and supervise the work of employees during events. Employee must constantly communicate via telephone, radio, email and in-person with others and exchange accurate information. Employee may occasionally be required due to business demands and event operations to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. As business, maintenance, operations or emergency situations require, employee may sporadically assist in lift/move 100 lbs. or more.

Work Environment

The duties of this position are performed primarily indoors but do require frequent movement in and out of controlled temperature units such as refrigerators and/or freezers. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, with the exception of event days, where the sound levels may be higher than moderate. Employee will be occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions, year-round. Employee will be exposed to and working in extreme temperatures when utilizing various pieces of equipment.
Trail Drive Management Corp.

ABOUT US
Founded in 2003, GPL Technologies has been building a team of talented professionals in entertainment/media and post production information technology. Our team consists of client focused account managers, certified and trained IT specialists, vendor partners, and a stimulating culture that isn’t present in most IT companies.

DESCRIPTION
The Project Manager will be primarily responsible to plan, implement and monitor delivery of projects and regularly communicate progress and risks. The Project Manager is a central figure of the project and works with multiple teams and stakeholders throughout to ensure timelines and objectives are met.

THE CANDIDATE
GPL Technologies is looking for an ambitious Project Manager to join our team. The successful candidate must be able to adopt, thrive, navigate, and support strategic initiatives as directed by management. As the Project Manager, you are accountable for creating comprehensive timelines, defining resource requirements, and managing projects from initiation through completion.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage entire customer journey from post-sale handoff to project completion
• Serve as primary point of contact for all project related customer issues
• Identify and manage project stakeholders, milestones, roadblocks
• Coordinate customer and GPL engineering teams to develop statements of work for project implementation
• Create comprehensive project timelines in Autotask and/or MS Project
• Assess project needs and schedule engineering resources to ensure on-time completion of projects
• Serve as liaison between customer, GPL procurement, and GPL engineering to ensure equipment and services are delivered on schedule
• Provide regular updates to management regarding project backlog, resource allocation, project profitability, etc.
• Lead post-mortem analysis of severity 1 issues and manage implementation of process improvements identified in post-mortem reviews
• Develop, document, and automate internal project management processes
• Manage project scope, risks and issues and create mitigation plans to address them
• Monitor project progress throughout planning and delivery phases

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
• Diploma or degree in a technical discipline
• PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM certifications an asset
• Mid to high-level certifications desirable but not required (MCSE, VCP, CISM, CISSP, AWS CSA)
• Familiarity working with Agile delivery teams/project management
• Good planning skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience working in a client facing role and overall commitment to customer satisfaction
• Desire and ability to learn, grow and lead in a multi-faceted, project-based environment
• Demonstrated project management competencies: budget and timeline management, scope management, risk management, issues management, timely decision making
• Ability to prioritize and delegate appropriately and deal with changing priorities
Can relate to the GPL Core Values:
o We take care of each other and our clients
o Agility is our edge
o Creative problem solvers
o Cool under pressure Clarity
o Clarity, Confidence, Commitment

WHAT WE OFFER
• Flexible work schedule with ability to work from home and unlimited PTO
• 401k plan
• Medical, dental, vision, accident and life insurances
• Excellent work environment with supportive and progressive staff and leadership

The salary range for this position is 65,000 to 85,000 annually. The provided range is an estimate and not guaranteed. An employment offer is based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data.

GPL Technologies

Under the direction of the General Manager, this individual will oversee all Directors and assist with the management, promotion, and operation of the facility, including operations, sales, marketing, finance, food and beverage, security, IT, production, technology, partnerships, special events, community relations, sustainability, branding, and all other related departments for the Cox Business Convention Center. This executive will assist the General Manager with maximizing the number of events and revenue opportunities at the venue and the development of regional and national convention/meeting business.

This role will pay a salary of $110,000 to $150,000.

For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with boards, government departments and agencies, entertainment industry, community and civic organizations to encourage continual and regular use of the CBCC
• Develop and manage relationships with Convention Center partners
• Assist with the preparation any applicable reports or presentations for Tulsa Public Facilities Authority/Contract Administrator
• Assist with the development and implementation of the annual operating budget for the Convention Center with the General Manager
• Aggressively promote the use of the facility to maximize its utilization
• Coordinate, implement, and administer specific plans and programs prescribed by corporate directives, to include matters of training and development; quality assurance; energy efficiency; safety/emergency procedures, crowd control and crisis management procedures, or other areas as needed
• Help recruit, select, lead, motivate and evaluate director level staff; provide or coordinate training as needed; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures
• Assist  with bid/RFP process for major city events and tourism business
• Commit to a diverse and inclusive arena workforce supporting a positive employee culture that reflects OVG’s reputation in the industry
• Act as one of the primary Executives on Duty at all events held at Convention Center
• Continually evaluate the quality of the fan experience by firsthand observation, objective feedback and interaction
• Develop and foster integrated initiatives that promote the ultimate concert, hockey, and arena football experience
• Assist and coordinate with the development of the annual operating calendar, activity schedules, projections for attendance and/or revenue
• Assure the administration of personnel and the facility operation are conducted in accordance with applicable local, state and federal regulations
• Evaluate facility practices and recommend improvements to better reflect the needs of arena clients and the facility, and/or to improve the efficiency and safety of operations, in compliance with policies and procedures
• Oversee the coordination of resources with Oak View Group corporate office
• Actively represent venue in community as ambassador
• Actively pursue new business opportunities
• Attend conferences and trade association meetings
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree or better from an accredited college or university in Business/Hospitality Management or related field
• Graduate of IAVM Public Assembly Facility Management School preferred
• Minimum of 7 years management experience in a convention center, with a CVB, hospitality company/hotel, or other public assembly facility
• 5 or more year of leading and managing people
• Proven leadership skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of facility operations, budget preparation and personnel management
• Ability to apply conflict resolution and problem-solving skills in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to express ideas clearly through both oral and written communication
• Superior sales and marketing skills
• Knowledge of budget preparation and control
• Ability to travel as required
• Ability to work nights and weekends as required
• Ability to work with wide array of client groups, vendors and business partners enterprise-wide

Oak View Group

IBS is a leading global provider of new generation IT solutions to the Travel, Transportation and Logistics industries. A specialist in the domain, IBS offers a range of products and services that manage mission critical operations of airlines, airports, cruise lines, hospitality partners, tour operators and oil & gas companies that help them increase safety, maximize efficiency, improve revenue, manage growth and reduce costs.

At IBS, we provide mission critical B2B and B2C enterprise SaaS solutions to some of the world’s largest global travel brands including, American Airlines, Lufthansa, Qantas, Carnival Cruise lines, Caesars Entertainment, Disney, IHG, Expedia, Booking & Priceline just to name a few.

Our goal is to continue our successful 25+year track record in travel by collaboratively designing and delivering world class, game changing products that provide our customers with unmatched business value and the agility to compete in a dynamic and digital marketplace.

To achieve this, we are seeking exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people. We are looking for a dynamic, organized, self-starter to join as Program Manager. Are you an extraordinary program manager who is looking to join a team at the heart of the travel business?

Purpose of the Job

1. Custodian of scope and change management process of a multi-year implementation of mission critical IBS product and service offerings at a leading multi-brand cruise line
2. Be the first point of contact for the Transition management office set up by customer for the implementation program.

Job Accountabilities

1. Articulate Scope with clarity on implementation activities, product features & deliverables
2. Create a comprehensive change management process in consultation with customer. Monitor & track the changes.
3. Establish change management controls in place and devise appropriate reporting mechanism.
4. Lead Change governance meetings on behalf of IBS
5. IBS Point of contact for Transition Management Office (TMO)
6. Identify the dependencies which could impact the scope and take measures to keep them under the check.
7. Support Program management office on scope, dependencies, and change management
8. Work with implementation and product teams based on the inputs from the customer.
9. Proactively identify, resolve or escalate issues that may impede the team’s ability to deliver solutions(s) against committed timelines and revenues.

Candidate Profile

1. Experience in managing large and transformational projects spread over multiple geographies.
2. Exposure to various program and project management methodologies especially on Agile
3. Ability to understand the wider objectives of the program and tailor responses accordingly.
4. Ability to work with a wide range of individuals and manage conflicts constructively.
5. Work experience in Travel Industry will be an advantage.
6. Excellent verbal and written communications skills
7. Strong leadership and managerial skills

At IBS you can look forward to:

• Working with the latest technologies
• Operating with the brightest minds in the industry
• Gaining in-depth domain knowledge
• Receiving global exposure
• Benefiting from continuous learning programs
• Functioning out of state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure
• Performance-based career growth
• Imbibing excellent work culture
• Competitive compensation, company paid employee benefits, vacation, sick and personal leave, company matched 401k

IBS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law. IBS as an equal opportunity employer bases its hiring decisions on the business need and the best qualified candidates available, and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of any protected category. Candidates who are offered employment may be subject to a criminal record and other background checks as permitted or required by company policy or applicable law.

IBS Software

The Executive Meeting Manager (EMM) will solicit, negotiate and confirm new and repeat business through various efforts (lead follow up, telemarketing, direct mail, referrals, internet prospecting, etc.) to maximize revenues to meet/exceed individual revenue goals. The EMM will prepare and execute sales contracts, event orders, group resumes ensuring quality product delivery and customer satisfaction. The EMM will serve and assist in coordinating all function details with clients to include but not limited to space requirements, meeting times, equipment, menus, billing, etc.

Responsibilities

1.EMM will book and service all meetings up to 20 rooms per nights and all day meetings without guest rooms.    Receive and respond to all customer inquiries within four business hours. Negotiate and capture all profitable Rooms, food and beverage revenue in accordance with selective selling guidelines.
2. Ability to conduct successful site tours and pre-con meetings when required.
3. Prepare and send requested collateral materials to designated clients or guests. Common collateral materials might include catering menus, brochures, meeting room layout & seating capacity diagrams, area maps & brochures.
4. Prepare and send requested proposals and contracts to designate potential clients.
5. With each customer, coordinate all details pertaining to “Rooming Lists” to include room types, shared rooms, room locations, handicap-accessible rooms, room billing, etc.
6. Coordinate all details to appear on each “Banquet Event Order.” Details to coordinate may include meeting room set-up specifications, banquet food & beverage items, audio/visual equipment & billing details.
7. On a regular basis, distribute final Rooming Lists and Banquet Event Orders to all applicable service staff, including the Banquet Service Staff, the Food Preparation Staff and the Rooms Division.
8. Meet clients upon arrival and prior to departure to ensure all details of the contract are being delivered.
9. In a timely, accurate and consistent manner, document and report all sales activities as required.
10. Maintain an active list of top accounts to ensure continuous relationship building activities. Top accounts should be contacted, visited, entertained, etc. frequently.
11. Perform other services and duties as requested by the Director of Sales. May be called on to host functions and participate in, or conduct sales blitzes, travel and work extended hours to achieve departmental goals.
12. Understand the importance of raising the meeting planner evaluation scores and implement effective methods to ensure exceeding meeting planner satisfaction
13. Other duties as assigned.

Job Skills:
1. Exhibit computer skills to include word processing, spreadsheet, and familiarity with property Management System(s)- Delphi/FDC.
2. Exercise excellent communication, presentation, organization, time management and listening skills.
3. Use analytical skills for measuring business potential and value to the hotel.

Job Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree or University in Hospitality, Business, Marketing, or related field
Experience: Minimum 1 -2 year’s experience in Convention Services, Banquet, Hotel Sales, Marketing, or equivalent education and experience.
Licenses/Certifications: N/A

Physical Requirements and working conditions:
Ability to speak and hear in English. Close and distance vision. Frequent sitting with some walking and standing. Frequently lifts/carries up to 25 lbs. Continual use of manual dexterity and gross motor skills with frequent use of bi-manual dexterity and fine motor skills. Continually works in normal office conditions and in close proximity to others.

Additional physical, visual and working requirements:
X Stand for long periods of time
X Walk extended distances
X Lift/carry 6-25 lbs.
X Able to work overtime and/or irregular hours

Pyramid Global Hospitality

The Director of Visual and Performing Arts develops, implements, directs, monitors, evaluates, and promotes Metro Nashville Public Schools’ Visual and Performing Arts programs within MNPS and the Nashville community. Provides administrative and technical support to assigned supervisor and designated staff.

Responsibilities

• Promotes the Visual and Performing Arts program for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes and encouraging student development.
• Develops long and short-range plans/programs (e.g. identifying school-specific support needs; outlining visual and performing arts programs; integrating adopted curriculum; staffing, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that district objectives are realized.
• Collaborates with a variety of internal and external sources (e.g. principals, theater staff, area performing arts groups, vendors, colleagues, Curriculum Executive Director, etc.) for the purpose of developing curriculum/course modifications, implementing and maintaining services and/or programs and serving as a liaison and information/process resource.
• Advises, and serves as liaison and advocate for all stakeholders in the MNPS Visual and Performing Arts programs.
• Analyzes student and program related data for the purpose of providing information related to student and program achievement in order to evaluate program effectiveness and to provide information needed for strategic planning.
• Directs district-wide fine arts activities and processes (e.g. calendar, transportation, field trip requests, literature and equipment inventories, equipment repair and acquisition, fine arts facilities, set and equipment warehousing, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring all programs proceed effectively and efficiently in accordance with the district strategic plan.
• Collaborates with employees, parents, administrators, support organizations, etc. for the purpose of ensuring that activities meet student, program and district objectives in an effective and timely manner.
• Facilitates the review and selection of textbooks and related instructional aides for the purpose of providing quality materials in order to meet district, state and federal educational standards; supervises the development of curriculum integration solutions and related work and instructional aides for the purpose of providing users with tools needed to utilize emerging curriculum integration strategies to enhance student learning.
• Assists the HR Recruiter and school Principals in actively recruiting outstanding prospective fine arts teachers for teaching positions in the district and assists administrators in performing personnel administrative functions (e.g. selecting, counseling, training, supervising and evaluating, etc., as requested) for the purpose of maintaining necessary staffing, enhancing productivity of staff, and ensuring the fine arts program goals are achieved.
• Maintains a variety of digital files, documents and/or records (e.g. reports, logs, databases, agreements, licenses, copyrights, State and local reporting, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and complying with mandated requirements.
• Represents the district and its fine arts programs in working with external stakeholders for the purpose of promoting positive relations and enhancing related educational services.
• Researches, writes and presents grant information for the purpose of securing the funding needed to meet program needs.
• Performs other duties or tasks as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the responsibilities in this job classification.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited institution in a related field required. Doctorate Degree from an accredited institution in a related field preferred. 
• Visual or Performing Arts Certificate or ability to demonstrate skills and knowledge of current visual and performing arts integration in the classroom preferred.
• Three (3) years of successful work experience in instructional supervision and/or teaching experience in fine and/or performing arts. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of performance/visual arts and related entertainment industry preferred.

Skills

• Considerable knowledge of the current literature, trends, and developments in the field of arts
• Ability to determine appropriate arts education programs and activities for each of the grade levels K through 12
• Ability to negotiate and collaborate with large groups of people and one-on-one
• Ability to present and perform by artistic means
• Ability to develop innovative and effective cultural arts program strategies
• Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing
• Ability to make effective oral presentations before large groups of people
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships as necessitated by work assignments

Metro Nashville Public Schools

Campus Manager

About VTProDesign

VT Pro Design is a full-service creative design firm with a focus on the latest technology and techniques. We are creators, engineers and programmers.  Designers and makers. Storytellers and technologists. Collaborators and artists.  

With an extensive background in logistical, creative, and production design, we have been involved in numerous capacities in the live entertainment and experiential marketing industries. We provide a turn-key solution for specific client needs, offering tailored services in creative design, advanced video, fabrication, engineering, projection mapping, interactive technology, custom media servers, content design, lighting, and audio.

Our creative vision is rooted in a strong production and technology background. So we know that every idea we come up with, no matter how great the heights, is within our reach. We know where the bar is set, because we set it there. And we’re always working to rise past it. Every project has the potential to connect people in different ways and in each step of the process there are discoveries to make. Through expertise and experimentation, discipline and ambition, we find creative solutions.

Description

VTPro is seeking a highly organized candidate to join our team as our Campus Manager to oversee our Los Angeles campus. Qualified candidates will manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously to ensure the facility is running smoothly and will collaborate frequently with the People & Culture department to promote a positive company culture beginning with onboarding new hires to executing company wide events. Candidates will need excellent verbal and written communication skills and be comfortable working in an internal and client facing role in a highly creative environment.  This is not a remote position and requires work to be completed from the Los Angeles office regularly.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Oversee building operations and general organization of VTProDesign’s three office buildings 
• Manage inventory and purchase office & kitchen supplies to ensure availability when needed  
• Serve as point person for office maintenance requests and schedule repairs when necessary, including review and follow-up on work orders and updating the team on repair progress
• Serve as contact for external vendors and contractors and coordinate services with them as needed (cleaners, pest control, etc)
• Answer incoming calls and relay messages to appropriate parties
• Manage invoices, petty cash, and occasionally assist accounting department with issuing vendor payments
• Serve as an internal point of contact and provide general company knowledge to other employees (who to go to for what, where to find office supplies and kitchen items, mailing address, building codes, parking information, etc) 
• Sort and distribute mail to the appropriate recipients
• Assist with the coordination of the monthly company-wide All Hands meeting
• Stay connected with other local and global campus services teams by exchanging information, sharing ideas, and collaborating on joint events
• Collaborate with management to oversee office upgrades by coordinating with department heads on their requests, compiling estimated costs, executing furniture and office-related purchases, and superintending construction projects from start to finish
• Collaborate with the People & Culture Department on onboarding new hires and promoting a positive company culture through the following tasks: 
• Provide company merchandise to new hires
• Keep employee records updated from information received on the “employee survey” (Preferred name & pronouns, birthday, contact information, travel information, etc)  
• Retrieve and format employee pictures for company website
• Give office tours to internal team members
• Add new employees to required meetings and channels
• Celebrate all employee birthdays
• Lead and assist with planning, organizing and executing company events and volunteer opportunities
• Assist with other administrative tasks as needed

Qualities

• Friendly, welcoming and passionate about contributing to the positive cultural experience in the office
• Responsible and reliable with great attention to detail
• A self starter who is able to work with minimal supervision
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Professional when communicating in person, over the phone, and digitally
• Exude a high level of integrity, energy, and sense of urgency
• Experienced in customer service/client facing roles
• Skilled in Google Office platforms (GCal, Google Meets, Slides, Docs, etc) 

VTProDesign