Destination Manager Career Research and Resources
Kirkland Event & Destination Services
Responsible for DMC sales and growing our market shares in Florida with a concentration in the South Florida market. Hotel site selection and meeting services.
Avg. Salary: $50,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
Florida Meeting Services
Managed team of five direct reports responsible for sales, product development, hotel site selection, meeting plannine and operations. Established preferred or exclusive vendor relationships with several South Florida Hotels. Implemented CRM system. Implement direct marketing programs, reaching a 10% increase in customer base. Identified new business opportunities and routinely participated in the sales & operations process...
Avg. Salary: $50,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
TBA Global
Proven sales leader number three in the company. Developed and managed national accounts with Fortune 500 companies to include meeting planning services as well as hotel site selection. Credited for generating over $2 million per year in revenues. Managed projects and served as primary liaison between client and multiple internal groups to ensure clarity of goals and quality and adherence to deadlines, as well as program op...
Avg. Salary: $50,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
Premier Convention Services
Responsible for DMC sales as In-House DMC for the Caribe Royale Resort, and Universal Loews Hotels in Orlando. Credited for playing key role in generating over $1 million per year in revenues as well as operating the programs based in those properties. Integral in creating a decor division for the company. Constantly worked to identify new business opportunities and develop new accounts.
Avg. Salary: $50,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel
Oversee all Revenue and Marketing for Hotel
Avg. Salary: $149,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
HELMSLEY PARK LANE HOTEL, HELMSLEY ENTERPRISES
Promoted rapidly from Reservations Agent to Manager of this 400-employee, 594-room, full service hotel due to exceptional work performance and successful team management. Credited with over $40M in room sales in 2010, and increasing average room rates by 7%. Directed front desk activities and operations, resulting in maximized profitability, high customer satisfaction ratings, and improved workflow efficiency. Maximiz...
Avg. Salary: $57,500 · Company Rank: Not Available
Exclusive Resorts
Managed global client portfolio by providing high level of assistance. Delighted clients by suggesting new travel destinations or events. Surprised clients by including favorite items and upgrading client amenities. Safeguarded client’s best interests regarding travel experience and company interactions. Retained high customer service standards and accepted responsibility for client success. Conducted prospect education m...
Avg. Salary: $52,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
The KIRBY Consulting Group LLC
Specialties: International sales & marketing strategy and programs, team leadership, employee development, venue/destination marketing, advertising and media planning, creative consumer activation, and industry relations.
Avg. Salary: $145,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
Hard Rock International
HEAD OF GLOBAL MARKETING AND SALES - CAFES (2012 – 2013) The global marketing and sales initiatives needed leadership relative to P&L for all 145 Cafes. Led market research, brand development, advertising, promotional initiatives, strategic sales initiatives, hotel synergy and public relations. SENIOR DIRECTOR - WORLDWIDE SALES (2005 – 2012) The iconic 40+ year old brand needed transformation and revitalization. Customized ...
Avg. Salary: $145,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
Walt Disney Parks & Resorts
NATIONAL SALES DIRECTOR – DISNEY EVENT GROUP Traditional leadership needed to change the mindset of being overly cautious regarding new promotional initiatives and campaigns. Sales and growth needed a boost and innovative strategies needed to be implemented.
Avg. Salary: $145,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
