Amanda Jones: Dual Event Specialist in Tustin, CA

Coordinated and oversaw execution of all aspects of events hosted at both properties including: catering, audio visual, billing, and resoliciating business • Assisted Sales Executive with uncovering new potential business for group sales and events, negotiated corporate rates, and executed special requests and concessions • Maintained relationships with clients who were crucial in fulfilling sales goals each quarter. Acted as point of contact for all room night bookings

Worked to bridge the ongoing and successful relationship between clients and venues. Collected client needs and requests, drafted proposals, negotiated rates and concessions on behalf of the client, executed contracts and billing • Provided full service event management which included the following tasks: scheduling transportation, creating event budgets and proposals, organizing catering needs, negotiating concessions, amenities, and excursions.

• Opening Team! Responsible for organizing many pre-opening efforts which included uncovering new potential business in our market and building brand awareness • Ensured on-property event preparation, banquet event order accuracy and execution • Provided administrative support for property Sales Specialist, Assistant General Manager and General Manager. • Supported property billing efforts related to both event and non-event related activities (e.g., credit card authorization forms, direct bill applications). • Prepared and reviewed written documents accurately and completely. Including; BT Contracts, Banquet Event Orders, cover sheets, emails on behalf of the Sales Specialist, General Manager and the property.

Lead multiple special assignments at once and completed them in their entirety in a timely manner • Performed tasks and duties outside of what was required of my title to ensure guest needs were met • Assisted in the design and execution of front desk W.I.G (Widely Important Goal) board • Conducted impromptu site visits when sales specialist was unavailable