Hi, I’m
Hazy Blanck
Savannah,GA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Associate Director of Sales and Marketing with a proven track record of driving revenue growth and market expansion. Skilled in crafting innovative strategies and executing strategic campaigns to exceed targets. A visionary leader who thrives on challenges and transforms opportunities into success.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Thompson Savannah
Associate Director of Sales and Marketing
02.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Played a pivotal role in the successful launch of a prestigious 193-room luxury, lifestyle hotel, overseeing aspects of sales strategy and execution.
- Collaborated with senior management to design and implement comprehensive sales plans, that resulted in exceeding entertainment and transient revenue targets by over 190% in the first year.
- Collaborated closely with industry-leading affiliations, negotiating and securing contracts that resulted in a significant increase in high-value clientele and revenue, including FHR, Virtuoso and Signature.
- Assembled and mentored a dedicated sales team, fostering a high-performance culture that consistently achieved sales goals and exceeded revenue projections during the hotel's first year.
Andaz Savannah
Group Sales Manager
04.2019 - 02.2021
Job overview
- Held leadership role and provided support to LC for projects, developed group sales marketing material and sales campaigns.
- Q1 (Jan/Feb) Achieved 142% of sales target, 2020. 125% of sales target, 2019.
- Took on new assignments in 2020 with successful implementation of Pulse Survey, Staff Meeting, Andaz Talks, and restructured New Hire Training.
Hyatt Regency Denver
Event Sales Manager
05.2017 - 04.2019
Job overview
- Primary sales efforts included prospecting new accounts, contract negotiation, maintaining existing accounts, and event execution.
- 2019 Q1 Achievement of 203%. Sold $917K against $450K quota. Achieved 117%of sales target, 2018. Sold $2.04M against $1.7M quota.
- Actualized $2M+ in serviced revenue, 2018
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
Hyatt Regency Denver
Event Planning Manager
08.2013 - 04.2017
Job overview
- Handled meeting connections, mid and large-market conventions, 150 to 800 attendees on peak.
- Serviced 128 total events, resulting in $5.8M in revenue.
- Achieved 100% Satisfaction in Planning and Service from Catering Contact.
- Efficiently managed and guided Intern and CMT programs, fostering professional development and mentorship.
Education
Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver, CO
from Business Marketing And Hospitality Management
University Overview
- Summa Cum Laude Honoree
- Dean's List
- Recipient of Metro Scholars Award
- Awarded Presidential Academic Achievement Award
- Received University Scholarship for Academic Excellence
University of EconomicsPrague, Czech Republic
from Economics And International Hospitality Management
University Overview
Study Abroad with academic focus in international business, marketing and hospitality.
Skills
Budgeting & Forecasting
Training & Development
Daily Business Review/STR
Opera
Reserve
Prio
Brand Manager
Sprinklr
Timeline
Associate Director of Sales and Marketing
Thompson Savannah
02.2021 - Current
Group Sales Manager
Andaz Savannah
04.2019 - 02.2021
Event Sales Manager
Hyatt Regency Denver
05.2017 - 04.2019
Event Planning Manager
Hyatt Regency Denver
08.2013 - 04.2017
Metropolitan State University of Denver
from Business Marketing And Hospitality Management
University of Economics
from Economics And International Hospitality Management
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