Kenjiro Suzuki
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Organized Complex Meeting and Event Manager with comprehensive experience overseeing and coordinating various events. Well-versed in booking venues and arranging speakers, negotiating terms and conditions and hiring personnel to manage operations of events. Versatile and outgoing professional possessing strong networking abilities paired with in-depth knowledge of hospitality management procedures.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Complex Meeting and Event Manager
Marriott International, Inc.
Honolulu, HI
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained adherence to client-event requirements through delegation, prioritizing and management of production phases from concept to execution.
- Hired and trained staff for cross-functional assignments and verified employee knowledge of specific procedures related to each event type.
- Assembled creative and innovative event attractions based on internal capabilities or outsourced to qualified vendors.
Internet Travel Consultant
Rakuten Travel
Honolulu, HI
11.2019 - 07.2022
- Leveraged travel booking system to process travel requests, update client information and print final documents.
- Cultivated strong value-added relationships with customers daily by delivering accurate travel itinerary and knowledge to drive business development.
- Analyzed client reviews and feedback to locate process weaknesses and provide better trip experiences.
Sales Associate
Wismettac Asian Foods
Honolulu, HI
07.2017 - 10.2019
- Developed customized sales techniques to successfully sell and upsell services to new and existing clients.
- Identified customer needs to deliver relevant product solutions and promotions and meet target budgets.
- Conferred with management to offer feedback on operations and promotions based on customer preferences and purchasing habits.
Education
BBA - Global Japanese Studies
Meiji University
Tokyo, Japan 03.2018
Study Abroad - Human Communication
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA12.2015
Skills
- Product Promotions
- Relationship Building
- Sales and Marketing
- Problem-Solving
- Client Networking
- Client Consultations
- International Reservations
- Service Promotion
- Administrative Tasks
- Contract Negotiations and Administration
- Budget Management
Languages
Japanese
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Complex Meeting and Event Manager
Marriott International, Inc.
08.2022 - Current
Internet Travel Consultant
Rakuten Travel
11.2019 - 07.2022
Sales Associate
Wismettac Asian Foods
07.2017 - 10.2019
BBA - Global Japanese Studies
Meiji University
Study Abroad - Human Communication
California State University - Fullerton
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