DIRECTOR OF EVENTS
Company: Proper Hospitality
Location: Miami
Posted on: October 29, 2024
Job Description:
Proper Hospitality is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director
of Events to -lead and manage all event planning, coordination and
execution -at Shelborne Miami Beach by Proper, a renowned hotel
re-opening and debuting in our portfolio in early 2025.
Our property will introduce four vibrant new food & beverage
destinations to the neighborhood, each suited for warm weather
dining, with an all-day signature restaurant, a lobby bar-lounge,
and curated cafe. Resort amenities will include a spacious pool and
lush garden lounge, indoor-outdoor cabanas, sundeck terrace,
state-of-the-art fitness center, dedicated access to a private
beach club, and more than 15,000 square feet of indoor-outdoor
meeting & event space.
The Director of Events will -have a proven track record in event
sales and group business, along with a deep understanding of luxury
hospitality. This role requires exceptional organizational skills,
creative problem-solving and the ability to build strong client
relationships while delivering high-end, personalized event
experiences.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Event Sales & Planning: -Oversee all aspects of event
sales and operations, including weddings, corporate events, social
gatherings and group stays, from initial inquiry to final
execution
- Client Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain
relationships with clients, event planners, vendors and local
businesses to ensure repeat business and successful event
partnerships
- Sales Strategy: Develop and execute sales strategies to attract
high-end clients for events and group bookings, maximizing revenue
opportunities and occupancy
- Budgeting & Contract Negotiations: Manage event budgets,
contracts, and timelines, ensuring profitability and adherence to
client specifications while maintaining the Shelborne Miami Beach
by Proper's -luxury standards
- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the events team, fostering a
collaborative, high-performance environment that prioritizes
service excellence and creativity
- Collaborative Planning: Work closely with the hotel's F&B,
marketing and operations teams to coordinate logistics and deliver
exceptional event experiences
- Trend & Competitor Analysis: Stay up-to-date on industry
trends, local market dynamics and competitor activities to ensure
our -offerings remain relevant and competitive
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, business or
related field preferred
- 5+ years of experience in event sales and planning, ideally
within a luxury hotel or high-end venue
- Proven experience in group/event sales, including lead
generation, contract negotiations and client relationship
management
- Strong leadership skills, with a history of successfully
managing teams and driving revenue
- Excellent communication, presentation and organizational
skills
- Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously while
maintaining attention to detail and quality
- Proficiency with event management software and CRM systems is a
plus---Company OverviewProper Hospitality is made up of a diverse
group of passionate individuals who share a common love for hotels
and the art of hospitality. Our philosophy is simple: There is a
right way to do things and anything less just isn't proper. We are
seeking out the "best of the best" from inside and outside of the
industry to work alongside us as we grow a new kind of lifestyle
Hospitality Company inspired by a centuries-old tradition. The work
is challenging and fast-paced, but rewarding above all.
We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other
federal/state protected category.
Proper Hospitality will consider qualified applicants with criminal
histories in a manner consistent with local Fair Chance Hiring
Ordinances.
Keywords: Proper Hospitality, Fort Lauderdale , DIRECTOR OF EVENTS, Executive , Miami, Florida
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