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Aimee Nobile

15200 Fairfax Lane,Alpharetta

Summary

Goal-oriented manager with distinguished experience in both Sales and Event Management with proven leadership abilities. Expert in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction while driving revenue and sales. Committed to streamlining procedures while optimizing employee talent. Customer Relationship building is my passion!

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager

Cool Stuff (Self-employed)
01.2005 - Current

- Responsible for identifying, and locating new business. to include trades shows, blitzing, cold calls, etc.

100% Commission based sales started from scratch and built to a company representing over 20 vendors and over 1 million annually in sales.

-Learn product lines and introduce new products to existing

-customers as well as potential new business

- cultivate and maintain client relationships

-Resolve customer Service issues in a timely manner

-Conduct onsite sales appointments as necessary to represent multiple product lines.

  • Answered questions, resolved issues and supported clients from initial sales conversation through delivery of order.
  • Negotiated details of agreements, submitted orders to manufacturers and secured forms of payment

Senior Catering Sales Manager

Pavillion And Avenue Catering (Saratoga Events)
01.1999 - 01.2005
  • Responsible for selling 4 private event facilities as well as off-premise catering.
  • Organized corporate meetings, special events and social occasions to satisfy client requirements and increase facility revenues for both On-Premise and off -Premise events.
  • Participated in planning meetings, site visits and vendor evaluations to enhance quality of client services.
  • Collaborated with clients to confirm event details such as setup logistics, decorations and food and beverage selections to fulfill client requests.
  • Responsible for on-site Wedding Ceremonies, as well as on-site event management. Was responsible for all details from vendor management as well as banquets staff management and kitchen Liaison.
  • Performed service and menu upgrades and upselling activities to meet predetermined revenue objectives.
  • Determined facility, services and staffing needs to establish framework for successful event execution.
  • Exceeded both quarterly and annual sales goals.
  • Utilized hospitality associations, business journals and Internet resources to obtain current industry knowledge.
  • Participated in planning meetings, site visits and vendor evaluations to enhance quality of client services
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth

Director of Catering and Convention Services

Bristol Hotels - Crowne Plaza Atlanta Powers Ferry
01.1998 - 01.1999
  • Managed 12,000 Sq Ft. of Meeting Space
  • Discussed client's event needs to develop recommendations for room options and possible menus.
  • Responded to initial inquiries, coordinating facility tours and food sampling.
  • Supervised catering staff to reinforce adherence to organizational policies and safety regulations.
  • Devised and implemented strategies for new business cultivation, employing blitzes, trade shows, and shopping competition and surrounding property reader boards.
  • Worked with chefs to plan menus according to client needs and budgets.
  • Designed catering packages to increase sales and customer experience.
  • Managed a team of 4 Managers and1 Assistant.
  • Hired and trained Catering and Convention Service Managers
  • Set revenue Goals for team and conducted yearly Performance Reviews.



Catering Sales Manager

Bristol Hotels - Crown Plaza Atlanta Powers Ferry
04.1995 - 01.1998
  • Collaborated with clients to confirm event details such as setup logistics, decorations and food and beverage selections to fulfill client requests.
  • Organized corporate meetings, special events and social occasions to satisfy client requirements and increase facility revenues.
  • Wrote detailed BEO's to Communicate event details to Both internal and external customers.
  • Conducted Sales Blitzes, Made Creative Proposals for Business
  • Exceeded yearly Sales Goals, Won top tier incentive trip every ear eligible.
  • Won Highest Dollar per Sq Ft/ Revenue Award company wide (approximately 120 Hotels)
  • Maintained memberships in trade associations to stay current on industry trends.

Assistant to the Director of Catering

Holiday Inn Worldwide- Crowne Plaza Ravinia
02.1994 - 04.1995
  • Proven responsibleadministrative assistan with smaller bookings within 22,000 Sq Ft. Meeting Space
  • Responsible for contracts, and general administrative duties
  • Responsible for Distributing BEO'S to all 7 internal departments
  • Typed up Daily Reader Boards
  • Flagship property of Hotel Chain
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations

Long Island University- C.W. Post Campus
Melville, NY
05.1993

Skills

  • Accomplished Manager
  • Budgeting and P&L
  • New Business Generation
  • Direct Sales
  • Promotional Sales Events
  • Negotiations Expert and Strong Deal Closer
  • Proficient in MS, Breeze Catering Software

Timeline

Sales Manager

Cool Stuff (Self-employed)
01.2005 - Current

Senior Catering Sales Manager

Pavillion And Avenue Catering (Saratoga Events)
01.1999 - 01.2005

Director of Catering and Convention Services

Bristol Hotels - Crowne Plaza Atlanta Powers Ferry
01.1998 - 01.1999

Catering Sales Manager

Bristol Hotels - Crown Plaza Atlanta Powers Ferry
04.1995 - 01.1998

Assistant to the Director of Catering

Holiday Inn Worldwide- Crowne Plaza Ravinia
02.1994 - 04.1995

Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations

Long Island University- C.W. Post Campus
Aimee Nobile