Gale Nelson

Manage event space and work directly with clients to book out 225 seat banquet hall. 350 seat Theater, Indoor waterpark etc.

Responsible for $100,000.00 budget

Responsible for small group sales to include weddings, churches, sports teams, conventions, medical groups and military. Met with clients delivering presentations, and educating on hotel services and features.

Increased weekend sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.

Built lasting client-relationships through excellent customer service and consistent follow-ups.

• Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
• Managed event logistics and operations.
• Established positive relationships with clients, ensuring their needs were met throughout the event planning process.
• Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
• Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.

• Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
• Closed lucrative sales deals using strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
• Met with clients, delivering presentations, and educating on product and service features and offerings.
• Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
• Managed key accounts with strategic planning and relationship building, resulting in increased customer loyalty and repeat business.
• Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.
• Maintained ethical and positive working environment to reduce turnover and promote high retention rates.