Lori Daugherty
Largo,FL
Summary
Dynamic Sales & Catering Manager with a proven track record at DoubleTree by Hilton, enhancing event planning and revenue growth by developing innovative digital marketing strategies. Skilled in catering consultation and adept at fostering collaborative relationships, I've significantly boosted sales targets through strategic account growth and impeccable customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales & Catering Manager
DoubleTree by Hilton
Tampa, FL
04.2024 - Current
- Point of contact for weddings, social events, and corporate meetings.
- Prospecting leads, and proactive sales calls.
- Host on-site property tours and attend networking events.
- Developed digital marketing strategies to increase revenue.
- Consult clients, proposals, BEOs, contracts, and CRM systems.
- Set and monitored sales targets, implementing initiatives to drive revenue growth in the sales department.
Sales & Event Manager
Fusion Resort
Treasure Island, FL
02.2021 - 04.2024
- The main point of contact for the event venue for weddings and event leads.
- Hosted site visits, prepared quotes, contracts, billing, and event timelines.
- Handling of food and beverage menus with the culinary team, tastings, and selections.
- Day of event supervision, assisting with operations, decorating, vendor setup, and ensuring the creative vision is implemented, along with follow-up post-event.
- Attending networking events and hosted bridal shows.
- Developed relationships with vendors to facilitate quality service at competitive rates while maintaining financial responsibility within budgets.
Sales Manager
PSAV Tampa Marriott Water Street
Tampa, FL
10.2017 - 06.2021
- Oversaw account management with audio-visual onsite, with hotel partners and prospect database leads.
- Managed creative solutions for events with audio/visual technologies.
- Handled site inspections, proposals, contracts, and AV solutions.
- Conducted market research and reported on competitors.
Travel Agent & Destination Specialist
AAA
St. Louis, Missouri
08.2013 - 09.2017
- An advisor for international and domestic travel, researching itineraries, and budgets.
- Prospecting the AAA CRM databases, and walk-ins.
- Worked trade shows and in-house shows on tours, river cruises, large cruises, and independent travel.
- Prepared customized itineraries based on customer needs and preferences.
- Fostered a positive and collaborative work environment, sharing travel tips and insights with colleagues.
- Conducted research on new destinations and attractions which may be attractive to potential travelers.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BUSINESS/MARKETING
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
01.2013
Skills
- Adaptable
- Event planning proficiency
- Catering consultation
- Lead prospecting
- Staff supervision
- Account growth
- Marketing
- Revenue growth
- Organized
- Sales & Customer Service
- Timely
- Collaborative
- Multi-tasking
- Dedicated
Contact
Largo, FL 33770
Timeline
Sales & Catering Manager
DoubleTree by Hilton
04.2024 - Current
Sales & Event Manager
Fusion Resort
02.2021 - 04.2024
Sales Manager
PSAV Tampa Marriott Water Street
10.2017 - 06.2021
Travel Agent & Destination Specialist
AAA
08.2013 - 09.2017
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BUSINESS/MARKETING
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
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