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Ivy McQueen

Senior Account Manager
Chicago,IL
Ivy McQueen

Summary

Accomplished Sales Manager offering high performance leading development and implementation of superior sales strategy. Successful in cultivating partnerships, retaining top accounts and growing profit channels. Multi-tasking and self-motivated leader with expertise in expanding network connections and persuasively introducing products. Well-versed in implementing pricing models, managing vendor relations and expanding territory. I have a proven track record of identifying and creating profitable business opportunities, qualifying authentic prospects and cultivating strong partnerships. Demonstrated expertise in team leadership and development.

Overview

9
years of professional experience

Work History

Chicago Winery, First Batch Hospitality
Chicago

Senior Sales Manager, Corporate Events
04.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Maintained monthly sales goal of $305k per month
  • Pursued sales deals by lead generation, qualifying clients, building individualized proposals and preparing final contracts.
  • Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives set by executive leadership.
  • Attended industry conferences and events as a representative of the company.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings with other senior account managers to discuss best practices.
  • Researched and secured new accounts within assigned territory to increase sales and profitability.
  • Established and maintained good public relations and networking within community to develop business.
  • Oversaw multiple accounts and worked diligently to meet and exceed performance goals

McQueen & Co.

Owner & Lead Event Planner
08.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Lead planner of a boutique creative agency offering full-service event planning, officiant services, and day of coordinating

Langham, Chicago - Langham Hospitality Group
Chicago

Sales Manager, Executive Meetings & Group Sales
07.2022 - 04.2023

Job overview

  • Maintained monthly sales goal of $125k per month
  • Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
  • Monitored industry trends and competitor activities to stay ahead of the competition.
  • Assisted senior management in developing long-term strategic goals for the company's growth.
  • Prospected for new business using databases and other strategies to generate sales.
  • Prepared sales production reports for senior management.
  • Executed and created strategic sales plans to expand customer base and extend global reach.

1804 Digital Inc.
Atlanta, GA

Software Development Project Manager
06.2020 - 07.2022

Job overview

•Managed and oversaw team of software developers, providing resources and support needed to promote success.
•Assigned specific tasks to personnel, balancing scheduling demands, available resources and personal skill sets to achieve best possible project outcomes.
•Monitored and tracked progress of software development projects against established goals.
•Managed communication between software developers, customers, and other stakeholders throughout the development process.

Hotel Peter and Paul

Director of Events and Group Sales
11.2018 - 03.2020

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to increase group sales.
  • Managed customer relationships with corporate clients and travel agents to maximize revenue potential.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to ensure smooth transition of information between departments.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss challenges and successes in the market.
  • Applied industry knowledge and personal expertise to customize meetings, conferences and conventions to specific standards.
  • Identified ways to improve operational efficiency by streamlining processes
  • Drove growth in event management business by continuously researching and implementing improved strategies to exceed client expectations.

Loft at Prince

Senior Account Manager, Social Event Sales
01.2017 - 08.2018

Job overview

  • Established and enforced sales goals to boost team success.
  • Researched and secured new accounts within assigned territory to increase sales and profitability.
  • Oversaw multiple accounts and worked diligently to meet and exceed performance goals.

My Image Studios (M.I.S.T.) Harlem

Account Manager, Events
10.2014 - 01.2017

Job overview

  • Developed and maintained relationships with key accounts to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Created comprehensive reports on account performance and presented them to senior management.
  • Negotiated contracts with clients to maximize profitability.
  • Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
  • Analyzed client data and identified opportunities for growth.

Education

Fashion Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Arts - BA, Fashion Business Management

Skills

  • Client Relationship Management - Salesforce, CRM Software
  • Strategic Account Development
  • New Business & Proposal Development
  • Profitability Optimization
  • Service-Driven Sales & Operations
  • Negotiations Expert and Strong Deal Closer
  • Profit and Revenue-Generating Strategies
  • SaaS Sales Process Engineering
  • Market Research, Revenue Forecasting, and KPI Analysis
  • Brand-Building & Sales Strategy Development
  • Multidisciplinary Team Leadership

Volunteer Experience

  • International Live Events Association (ILEA) - Chicago Chapter, Active Director of Programs & Education
  • Active Food & Beverage Committee Chair

Timeline

Senior Sales Manager, Corporate Events

Chicago Winery, First Batch Hospitality
04.2023 - Current

Sales Manager, Executive Meetings & Group Sales

Langham, Chicago - Langham Hospitality Group
07.2022 - 04.2023

Software Development Project Manager

1804 Digital Inc.
06.2020 - 07.2022

Director of Events and Group Sales

Hotel Peter and Paul
11.2018 - 03.2020

Owner & Lead Event Planner

McQueen & Co.
08.2018 - Current

Senior Account Manager, Social Event Sales

Loft at Prince
01.2017 - 08.2018

Account Manager, Events

My Image Studios (M.I.S.T.) Harlem
10.2014 - 01.2017

Fashion Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Arts - BA, Fashion Business Management
Ivy McQueenSenior Account Manager