Versatile leader offering 15 + years of experience in leading operations and enhancing revenue. Bringing expertise in client acquisition and contract negotiation, along with excellent interpersonal communication, relationship-building and team leadership abilities. Proven knowledge in Operations, Sales, Finance and Administrative Support.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Manager
Norton Recruiting & Staffing
03.2022 - 01.2024
Negotiated with clients, created contracts and maintained relationships.
Oversaw two staffing departments (Hospitality & Wellness).
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Managed financial performance of regional operations, including P&L responsibility and daily/monthly revenue goals.
Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing accounts employee hours and verifying billing invoices and hourly rates.
Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
Sales Manager
Courtyard by Marriott
08.2008 - 01.2022
Responsible for revenue management for the Courtyard by Marriott hotel, including pricing out corporate and group meetings, as well as budgeting for hotel specific events.
Negotiated contracts for all corporate yearly rates.
Coordinated services for events/meetings such as accommodations and transportation for participants, catering, AV, meeting room set-up and event security
Responsible for attaining daily/monthly/yearly budgets set by CEO.
Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
Developed customized experiences tailored to each potential client's needs.
Generated reports for budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis to track results against target profit margins.
Sales Coordinator
Courtyard by Marriott
08.2005 - 01.2008
Assisted owners, sales manager and general manager with budgeting, financial, daily meetings, HR and guest services for an extremely busy Boston hotel
Responsible for accounts receivable for all corporate and group events
Involved in union negotiations while making sure management adhered to regulations and guidelines set by union representatives and contract
Implemented Marriott policies, procedures and customer service standards to all employees/management
Worked closely with sales team to prioritize tasks, set goals, and allocate resources efficiently; resulting in increased productivity and revenue.
Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
Education
Bachelor of Management Studies - Marketing
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA
05.2003
Skills
P&L Administration
Hiring and Onboarding
Database Maintenance
Client Account Management
Event Marketing
Financial record keeping
Invoice Processing
Account Management
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Norton Recruiting & Staffing
03.2022 - 01.2024
Sales Manager
Courtyard by Marriott
08.2008 - 01.2022
Sales Coordinator
Courtyard by Marriott
08.2005 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Management Studies - Marketing
Bridgewater State University
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