David Dvorak
Toms River,NJ
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to create efficiencies, enhance services, manage costs and promote a hospitality mindset while simultaneously empowering team members to grow within the organization to positively impact company success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Global Events, Guest Services Amenities
Google
08.2018 - Current
- Effectively manage $140m budget to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability and customer satisfaction.
- Developed, managed and built strategies for multiple high-performing teams including a global event team that manages over 75,000 events annually.
- Responsible for development, management and maintenance of 1 million square feet of event space globally.
- Effectively managed 3x growth of event and amenities organization to accommodate the needs of multiple business units.
- Managed the expansion and day to day operations of the Corporate Housing program to include effective operation of a 241 room on campus hotel, with a 98% positive satisfaction rate.
- Oversee development and operational support for company merchandise program to include 3 brick and mortar locations, on line sales portal and swag development and fulfillment network, covering $15m in annual sales.
SVP, Brand and Enterprise Sales
Cendyn
07.2014 - 08.2018
- Enhanced company performance by implementing new strategies and streamlining enterprise sales operations.
- Developed and executed strategic product initiatives to drive business growth, resulting in higher revenues and market share expansion within the event industry.
- Strengthened relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, fostering trust and collaboration across the organization, resulting in new scalable products to meet customer requirements.
- Handled multiple key customers and their products to include Hilton Hotels, Marriott Hotels, IHG, Hyatt, Maritz, and Wyndham Hotels.
VP Catering & Event Management
Starwood Hotels And Resorts
12.2005 - 02.2014
- Functional head of 800 person catering and event operation responsible for developing programs, processes, and meeting sales goals.
- Effectively managed and developed the training of catering and event operation teams on best practices, sales and productivity tools.
- Spearheaded cross-functional initiatives across departments to achieve business goals for bottom-line profits.
- Developed industry leading patented equipment and product offerings to distinguishing Starwood as highly innovated in the event industry. These accomplishments provided Starwood with a competitive sales advantage resulting in YOY positive sales growth.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Kean University
Union, NJBachelor of Science - Computer Programming
The Chubb Institute-Westbury
Westbury, NYSkills
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Management
- Creativity and Innovation
- Organizational Development
- Budget Management
- Staff Development
Timeline
Director, Global Events, Guest Services Amenities
Google
08.2018 - Current
SVP, Brand and Enterprise Sales
Cendyn
07.2014 - 08.2018
VP Catering & Event Management
Starwood Hotels And Resorts
12.2005 - 02.2014
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Kean University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Programming
The Chubb Institute-Westbury
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