Michael Negley
Englewood,CO
Summary
Dynamic sales professional with extensive experience at Courtyard by Marriott, excelling in event planning and client relations. Proven ability to manage banquet operations and train staff, ensuring exceptional service delivery. Skilled in Salesforce for contract creation and recognized for reliability and effective time management in high-pressure environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Admin/Banquet Captain/Front Desk Associate/Restaurant Server
Courtyard by Marriott
Englewood, CO
06.2023 - 07.2025
- Engaged with clients to plan events and coordinate logistics, ensuring tailored experiences.
- Communicated with clients to confirm event details and requirements.
- Prepared event contracts, processed billing, and supported sales operations.
- Set up banquet spaces, coordinated food service, and assisted with audiovisual equipment.
- Coordinated setup and breakdown of banquet rooms for events, enhancing operational flow.
- Supervised banquet staff to ensure smooth event operations.
- Managed inventory and supplies for banquet services.
- Trained new staff on service standards and operational procedures.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food service delivery.
- Served food and beverages while maintaining professionalism and efficiency during peak service hours.
- Managed hotel front desk operations, including check-ins, check-outs, reservations, and payment processing.
Counselor
Big Lake Youth Camp
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Coordinated daily activities to enhance engagement and teamwork, ensuring safety and positive behavior
- Fostered respectful cabin culture and resolved conflicts proactively
- Supervised and mentored four to twelve boys weekly in residential camp, supporting personal growth and development
Door-to-door Salesman
SECC - Youth Rush
Phoenix, Arizona
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Conducted direct residential sales using structured scripts, enhancing customer engagement.
- Educated homeowners on product features to drive purchasing decisions.
- Built rapport with potential clients to establish credibility and trust.
- Collaborated with team members to formulate effective sales strategies.
- Developed strategies to increase sales volume within the designated territory.
- Maintained organized financial records, ensuring accuracy at day's end.
- Accurately reconciled daily cash totals for multiple representatives.
Education
Associate's degree - Business Management
Walla Walla University
College Place, WACollege Place, WA
Graduate -
Newbury Park Adventist Academy
Newbury Park, CANewbury Park, CA
Skills
- Sales
- Customer Service & Client Relations
- Time Management & Reliability
- Salesforce - Contract Creation
- Fossi - Hospitality Management & Operational Tracking
- Event planning
- Banquet management
- Time management
Technological Skills
- Salesforce - Contract Creation
- Fossi - Hospitality Management & Operational Tracking
Certification
Part 107 Drone License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sales Admin/Banquet Captain/Front Desk Associate/Restaurant Server
Courtyard by Marriott
06.2023 - 07.2025
Counselor
Big Lake Youth Camp
06.2022 - 09.2022
Door-to-door Salesman
SECC - Youth Rush
06.2021 - 08.2021
Associate's degree - Business Management
Walla Walla University
Graduate -
Newbury Park Adventist Academy