Executive Meeting Manager - Radisson Phoenix Airport

Choice Hotels International, Inc (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. A challenger in the upscale segment and a leader in midscale and extended stay, Choice® has more than 7,400 hotels, representing over 625,000 rooms, in 45 countries and territories. A diverse portfolio of 22 brands that run the gamut from full-service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay and economy enables Choice® to meet travelers' needs in more places and for more occasions while driving more value for franchise owners and shareholders. The award-winning Choice Privileges® loyalty program and co-brand credit card options provide members with a fast and easy way to earn reward nights and personalized perks. For more information, visit www.choicehotels.com. 

The ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit.

Our managed hotels portfolio includes Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson Red, Park Plaza, and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson.

The ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit.

Our managed hotels portfolio includes Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson Red, Park Plaza, and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson.

The always beautiful Radisson Hotel Phoenix Airport is seeking its next Executive Meeting Manager to elevate its group and event sales strategy. This role is ideal for a driven professional with a passion for hospitality, strategic planning, and building lasting client relationships.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love crafting memorable guest experiences, and bring curiosity to every conversation — we want to hear from you! #makeityourchoice

WHAT WE OFFER

• Hotel Discounts at over 7,000 Choice Hotels​

• Full benefits package, including health, dental, vision, short & long-term disability, auto insurance, and so much more!

• Employer paid short-term disability, accident insurance and HSA contribution

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match

• Paid Vacation and Sick Time

• 8 Paid Holidays

• Paid Bereavement

• Paid Floating Holidays

Key Responsibilities

Participates in the development and implementation of business strategies for the hotel which are aligned with Radisson’s overall mission, vision values and strategies

• Develops and implements strategies for achieving individual sales goals

Achieves market share and revenue goals by working with the Assistant Director of Sales (Marketing) on individual and team goals within assigned market segments

• Prepares proposals and contracts that are geared to maximize profit while satisfying client needs

  • Responds to Request For Proposals (RFPs) as they relate to customer inquiries in alignment with brand standards

• Communicates clients' requests to all departments in an effective and timely manner via group resume(s) and details Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)

• Solicits files on a timely basis to confirm business

  • Uses outside sales calls, prospecting, hotels tours and hosting of clients to solicit new business

  • Delivers and sells hotel’s features and benefits to meet clients' needs

• Contacts in-house customers to retain and grow existing business, repeat bookings or referrals to other Radisson Hotels

• Reviews individual goals on a weekly basis; recommends and takes appropriate actions to achieve objectives in key result areas

  • Ability to pivot in both markets and team role pending changing economic and team d