Conference Planning Manager

Company: Benchmark Hospitality
Location: Blacksburg
Posted on: June 9, 2021

Job Description:

Benchmark's company culture is central to our management philosophy. The company's stated purpose is "to provide an entrepreneurial environment where determined people dare to create, share, and build futures.

To be the "benchmark" by which all others are judged takes passion, courage, and dedication. We invite you to explore our extraordinary offering of unique opportunities, all with a common goal of providing an unforgettable journey.

Job Description Summary:

Conference Planning Managers are responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all the details involved in events. The Planning Manager will be familiar with the property and the hotel, conference center amenities available to our guests. The Planning Manager must be especially knowledgeable of the property's operations including food and beverages and event spaces.

Job Description:

What you Need to be Successful:

• Experience with event planning or sales
• Experience working with vendors and contracted services
• Ability to work with all levels of university administration, hotel guests, and business executives
• Willing to assist and help in other departments to ensure a quality experience for all hotel and conference guests.
• Ability to effectively communicate with others including group resumes, special instructions and other related event material.

Preferences Given To:

• Bachelors degree in Hospitality & Tourism Management or related experience in the hospitality industry.
• Experience with Delphi space management system

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