April Griffin
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Experienced Area Director of Sales & Marketing with a track record of success in the hospitality industry. Skilled in event planning, marketing, and effective time management. A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and highly organized. Accomplishments include exceeding budget expectations and driving growth through the hospitality industry.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Director of Sales & Marketing
Aimbridge Hospitality
08.2023 - Current
- Oversee sales and marketing activities for multiple properties
- Develop and implement strategic plans to drive revenue growth and increase market share
- Collaborate with property teams to ensure effective sales and marketing campaigns
- Maximize business opportunities through proactive sales and marketing efforts
Director of Events
Kimpton Harper Hotel
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Plan and execute a wide range of events
- Collaborate with clients to understand their event requirements
- Manage a team of event professionals
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure successful event operations
Director of Catering and Conference Services
Hilton Arlington
07.2019 - 04.2022
- Oversee all aspects of the catering and conference services department
- Plan and execute successful events in collaboration with clients
- Manage a team of professionals to deliver exceptional service
- Ensure customer satisfaction through attention to detail and personalized service
Conference Services Manager
Interstate Hotels & Resorts
05.2016 - 06.2019
- Oversaw the planning and execution of conferences and events, ensuring all details were taken care of
- Collaborated with clients to understand their event requirements and provided personalized service
- Coordinated logistics, including venue selection, catering, and audiovisual equipment
- Managed budgets and ensured customer satisfaction through exceptional service
Marketing Coordinator
Hotel Contessa
10.2013 - 05.2016
- Supported marketing initiatives to drive customer engagement and increase bookings
- Assisted with the development and execution of marketing campaigns
- Managed social media platforms and created engaging content to attract new customers
- Collaborated with internal teams and external vendors to ensure successful marketing efforts
Education
High School Diploma -
Judson High School
Skills
- Marketing
- Time Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Key account growth
- Pipeline management
- CRM proficiency
- Revenue generation
- Sales training and leadership
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Area Director of Sales & Marketing
Aimbridge Hospitality
08.2023 - Current
Director of Events
Kimpton Harper Hotel
04.2022 - 06.2023
Director of Catering and Conference Services
Hilton Arlington
07.2019 - 04.2022
Conference Services Manager
Interstate Hotels & Resorts
05.2016 - 06.2019
Marketing Coordinator
Hotel Contessa
10.2013 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Judson High School