Executive Meeting Manager

Executive Meeting Manager

Choice Hotels International, Inc (NYSE : CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. A challenger in the upscale segment and a leader in midscale and extended stay, Choice has more than 7,400 hotels, representing over 625,000 rooms, in 45 countries and territories. A diverse portfolio of 22 brands that run the gamut from full-service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay and economy enables Choice to meet travelers' needs in more places and for more occasions while driving more value for franchise owners and shareholders. The award-winning Choice Privileges loyalty program and co-brand credit card options provide members with a fast and easy way to earn reward nights and personalized perks.

The ability to model Choice's Cultural Values : Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit.

Our managed hotels portfolio includes Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson Red, Park Plaza, and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson.

As an Executive Meeting Manager, you will be primarily responsible for ensuring that revenue goals are achieved or exceeded by proactively prospecting, closing and facilitating group business opportunities as well as event execution. As well as, participating in the implementation of strategies to increase hotel awareness and coordinating the execution of the business with other departments.

Unique. Stylish. Entirely Radisson Blu. Upper Upscale by industry definition. First class in any other language. High on design and style, all wrapped up in a Yes I Can! Attitude. The Radisson Blu Mall of America features 500 design forward guest rooms, unique spaces and over 26,000 square feet of meeting space, and is the first hotel connected to the Mall of America.

Salary Range : $62,000 to $72,000

Benefits When You Make It Your Choice :

• Employee discounts on thousands of hotels
• Enjoy a complimentary meal in the associate cafeteria during your shift
• Free Parking
• Paid Sick Time (MN Earned Sick and Safe Time)

Day 1 :

1st of the month following 30 days of service :

Key Responsibilities :

Participates in the development and implementation of business strategies for the hotel which are aligned with Radisson's overall mission, vision values and strategies.

Achieves market share and revenue goals by working with the Assistant Director of Sales (Marketing) on individual and team goals within assigned market segments.

Maintains proper flow of information to sales team, reviews sales work file of assigned accounts.

Creates 100% guest satisfaction by providing the Radisson experience through performance that demonstrates the standards of genuine hospitality and exceeding guest expectations.

Performs other duties as required by Management to provide 100% Guest Satisfaction and genuine hospitality to our Guest

Responsibility #1 (60%) : Sales initiatives, managing RFPs, detailing BEOs, generating new leads, and providing clear, strong and creative negotiation and accommodation for current and potential client requests.

Responsibility #2 (20%) : Conduct market research and analysis to align with industry trends and opportunities for soliciting business and maintaining client loyalty for future bookings.

Responsibility #3 (20%) : Servicing of booked events within market segment. Serving as point of contact and liaison between guests, sales, catering and all other impacted hotel operations departments post to ensure smooth execution of meetings and events.

Requirements / Skills :

Physical Demands :

Other Information :

The hotel business functions seven days a week, 24 hours a day. All associates must realize this fact and be aware that at all times it may be necessary to move associates from their accustomed shift and alter assigned duties as business dictates. In addition, this is a hospitality business, and a hospitable service atmosphere must be maintained at all times.

This position description is not intended to create, nor is it to be construed, as a contract of employment or a promise of employment. I understand that my employment is an "at-will" relationship and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without notice.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and make employment decisions without regard to age, race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected class. Our locations are drug- free and pre-employment drug tests are required. Background checks are also required before employment begins. We participate in E-Verify and those who are ineligible to work in the United States will not be considered.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-