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The Event Sales Manager is responsible for the marketing, sales, and event coordination of private events at OMSI. The position will drive event revenue, generate new business and provide a quality client experience. This position oversees the daily operation of the Event Sales department.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Markets OMSI as an event venue to prospective corporations, associations, conventions, and meeting planners with emphasis on up-selling attractions;
• Develops, maintains, and hits monthly and yearly Event Sales goals (~$600k) under the direction of the Director of Events;
• Provides site tours, contract negotiations, onsite event coordination, payment processing, for external private event clients;
• Manages the development of marketing kits/assets for Event Sales, including collaborating with Marketing department on finalizing materials and website content;
• Consistently maintains sales leads information and communication in Salesforce, including creating contracts, processing event orders, and processing client payments;
• Prepares event orders and coordinates with appropriate museum departments to facilitate events;
• Manages and works with OMSI preferred catering providers to include annual agreements, payment structure, and policies under the direction of the Director of Events;
• Manages museum-wide scheduling systems and facilitates room reservations with internal departments. Effectively manages space requests, to maximize revenue and meet overall museum program needs;
• Supports continual improvement of processes, tools, training, and best practices in the field of events.
• Leads and supervises the Events Sales staff. Tasks include-but are not limited to-the following:
  
  • Provides Event Sales staff regular support on sales strategies and events standards with an emphasis on mentoring, coaching, and leading by example;
  • Prepares and facilitates the development and implementation of staff workplans, and provides regular 1-on-1s, check-ins, regular team meetings, and performance reviews.

Working Conditions

• This position is exempt, paid salaried;
• This position is regular full-time scheduled for 40 hours/week:
  
  • This position requires working on some weekends, holidays, early mornings, late nights, and/or evenings in support of Events programming.
• Physical Demands: 70% sitting, 25% standing, 5% lifting/carrying/pushing 50 lbs:
  
  • Requires working onsite at the museum location;
  • You must be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19 or qualify for an accommodation under the ADA for medical or religious reasons;
  • Ability to push carts and other equipment for food/drink deliveries up to 600 lbs;
  • Ability to stand and walk for 8 hours or more for Events programming.
• Vision Demands include:
  
  • Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches of less)
  • Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
  • Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
  • Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left or right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
  • Depth and perception (three dimensional vision, ability to judge distance and spatial relationships)
  • Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eyes to bring an object into sharp focus)
• Environmental Demands include:
  
  • Outdoor weather conditions
• Noise Levels include:
  
  • Very quiet (examples: forest trail, isolation booth for hearing test)
  • Quiet (examples: library, private office)
  • Moderate (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)
  • Loud (examples: metal can manufacturing department, large earth-moving equipment)
  • Very loud (examples: jack hammer work, front row at rock concert)

Secondary Job Responsibilities

Secondary responsibilities include-but are not limited to-the following:

• Actively participates in and remains knowledgeable of the Portland events community, and attends external networking events and meetings to promote OMSI events;
• Collaborates with and mentors colleagues on the overall Events team; provides supervision and support to Facilities, Guest Services, and Museum Education staff and volunteers for event support.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

REQUIREMENTS:

• Business Practices:
  
  • Demonstrated knowledge of sales client cultivation techniques and strategies;
  • Developed communication skills, with an emphasis on presentation and public speaking;
  • Ability to model and support a positive team dynamic with paid and unpaid staff;
  • Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks, often with overlapping and time-sensitive deadlines;
  • High proficiency with Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office;
  • Ability to adhere to confidentiality, protocol, and community agreements;
  • Demonstrated ability to pivot between individual and team work;
  • Exercises sound judgment while upholding high integrity and ethical standards;
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem solving skills;
  • Excellent attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Events Knowledge, Communication, and Sales Strategies:
  
  • Developed Events management knowledge, procedures, and standards, with an emphasis on events sales and lead cultivation;
  • Ability to work with a CRM (Customer Relationship Management) and/or database system;
  • Demonstrated ability to research, draft, clearly edit, and provide accurate information for general audiences and internal and external stakeholders;
  • Ability to interact with a range of diverse audiences and stakeholders, while providing high customer service in a culturally responsive manner;
  • Knowledge of Fire Code rules to ensure compliance;
  • Knowledge of Oregon Liquor Control and Cannabis (OLCC) rules to ensure compliance.
• Supervision and Leadership:
  
  • Demonstrated project and people management skills that encourage collaboration, team-building, and accountability that meet individual, departmental, and organizational deadlines;
  • Ability to model and support a positive team dynamic with an emphasis on coaching and mentoring paid and unpaid staff using asset-based feedback;
  • Ability to manage revenue and operating budgets, estimate labor time and costs for projects, and manage employee and vendor workloads across multiple and simultaneous projects.
  • Ability to maintain and support professional relationships with community and industry partners.

PREFERENCES:

• Working knowledge of Salesforce CRM;
• Knowledge of fundraising, grants, memberships, and/or other streams;
• Developed knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles;
• Proficient or native fluency in a second language (non-English).

Education & Work Experience

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5 years of cumulative experience, with increasing responsibility, in events and/or event sales:
  
  • Demonstrated experience working in a full cycle sales environment, from inquiry to closing sales;
  • Examples of successful event management and execution while balancing organizational, budgetary, and audience needs for small and large scale events;
  • Demonstrated project management experience, with an emphasis on staff supervision, multiple project management, resourceful problem-solving and adaptability, process improvements, and budget responsibility for delivering small and large events;
  • Experience working effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and talents in professional work environments, with an emphasis on collaborative projects and deliverables;
  • Examples of effective communication with a variety of internal and external stakeholders in a work environment, as well as fostering strong and lasting community partnerships and relationships.
• Minimum of 2 years experience with supervising and supporting the professional growth and development of staff and/or volunteers.

PREFERENCES:

• An academic degree in an industry related to Marketing, Hospitality Business, or similar.
• Nonprofit and/or museum leadership and management experience;
• Experience working with and/or managing volunteers;
• Experience/comfort with being on stage and in front of large crowds, and representing OMSI events on live TV, radio, and/or being interviewed by print media.

Additional Requirements/Preferences; Including Licenses and Certifications

REQUIREMENTS:

• Pre-employment checks, such as criminal background checks and reference checks;
• OLCC License Server Permit;
• Oregon Food Handlers Card;
• Valid Driver's License.

PREFERENCES:

• Current Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.

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Event Sales Manager – Atlanta, GA
About SweetWater Brewing Co.
SweetWater brewery has been makin’ tasty brews in the heart of the south since 1997. What started as a pipe dream of two college buddies has turned into a dream job full of great adventures and lip-smackin’ beers. What would you expect from a couple of boys with more of a hankering for beers than for books. At SweetWater we like to say we’re not here for a long time, we’re here for a good time. It’s not just something that we say though, it’s how we live.
SweetWater Brewing Company is seeking a personable, reliable, and driven lover of the good life, who embraces our 420-lifestyle. If you are a self-starter who knows how to work and play hard, and you have an unwavering passion for independent, craft beer; grab your kayak and hop in the river with us!
You will have the time of your life sharing our delicious SweetWater brews with like-minded, adventurous types. Hard chargers with an entrepreneurial spirit who approach business, music, and all aspects of life with the same vigor are welcome. Those who can go deep but are unable to answer the bell every morning need not apply.
Job Summary:
We are looking for someone who is dialed into the city of Atlanta on the large private event and hospitality side of the world to help us fill our 3 unique event spaces through their top notch sales efforts. SweetWater has a robust event business currently with a wide range of events including corporate and social clients and with our new catering capacity there is plenty of room for growth.
This role will handle all sales operations for SweetWater’s private event business including repeat clients, inbound requests, and outside sales.
Expectations and Qualifications:

• Solicit new clients (private event/catering accounts) who are unfamiliar with both the SweetWater brand and our event spaces


• Communicate, engage with, validate, and convert to a contracted event all inbound sales leads


• Experience in private event sales within metro Atlanta.


• Experience in internal catering sales


• Skills in public speaking, networking, multitasking, communication, and organization at a professional level.


• Entertain new clients and maintain relationships with existing accounts to meet and grow revenue goals


• Deliver monthly reporting and sales plans


• Research market opportunities for events


• Work with our chef on BEO’s, and full FOH team or to ensure proper communication is in place for seamless execution of the event


• Work with VP of Hospitality and FOH GM on budget, sales strategies, and marketing initiatives

Schedule & Compensation:

• Salary plus commission


• Direct Report: SweetWater VP of Hospitality


• Minimal availability requirement: whatever it takes – there is a world of opportunity out there.


• As needed weekend and evening work required.

About Tilray Brands Inc.
Tilray Brands is a leading global cannabis-lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company with operations in Canada, the United States, Europe, Australia, and Latin America that is changing people's lives for the better – one person at a time – by inspiring and empowering the worldwide community to live their very best life by providing them with products that meet the needs of their mind, body, and soul and invoke a sense of wellbeing. Tilray’s mission is to be the trusted partner for its patients and consumers by providing them with a cultivated experience and health and wellbeing through high-quality, differentiated brands and innovative products. A pioneer in cannabis research, cultivation, and distribution, Tilray’s unprecedented production platform supports over 20 brands in over 20 countries, including comprehensive cannabis offerings, hemp-based foods, and alcoholic beverages.
Tilray Brands welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise when submitting your application.
Please note that Tilray does not authorize, engage, or sponsor any consultants, agencies or organizations that seek certain personal or financial information from you (e.g. passwords, login ids, credit card information). High Park does not charge any application, processing or onboarding fee at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process.
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Now is your chance to finally enter the fast paced and exciting CBD category. We are a locally owned hemp and CBD company that is looking to change people's expectations in the marketplace. We are looking to grow our sales force and find passionate people that want to get in on the ground floor and help us grow our brand in local markets in the front range.

We are looking for very outgoing and responsible individuals to join us in selling our organic, small-batch CBD products at farmers markets throughout the Denver Metro Area and beyond!

The Company

Here at Kyoto Botanicals, we combine high quality hemp extract with the finest organic whole-plant ingredients to hand craft products that help restore, revitalize, and balance body and mind. We do this because quality matters to us as much as it does to you.

Are you a highly motivated individual that is looking for an opportunity to achieve personal and financial growth? Do you enjoy working hard and playing hard? Are you looking to get in early with a company in an exciting and growing industry and helping us grow? Kyoto Botanicals is seeking an Live Event Sales Manager to grow with that has the following:
Live Event Sales Manager Responsibilities

• Manage our brand booth at markets across the front range, including set up and break down - must be able to attend markets on evenings and weekends.
• Represent the brand and engage with customers to educate on CBD and the brand and sell products directly to customers at live events.
• Manage reporting of event sales after each market.
• Identify new opportunities for live event marketing across Colorado.

Live Event Sales Manager Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required. College degree is preferred, but not required.
• Access to a reliable vehicle.
• Be able to lift 50 LBS for market set up and break down.
• Sales experience, especially in the CBD, wellness or food sector is a big plus.
• CBD knowledge and experience a must.
• Most importantly, a positive outgoing attitude!
• Strong personal and work references.

Compensation: $15/hour-$20/hour depending on experience + 20% commission which bumps up the average hourly to about $25/hour and typically more - no limit on how much you can earn! This job is great for those looking to boost weekly income with a non-traditional schedule.

If you're interested in wellness, sales and connecting with the community, this is a great fit for you. Historically, this has been a great position for recent grads and teachers filling in the summer gap.

Job Type: Part-time

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00+ per hour depending on experience

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• On call
• Weekend availability

Work Location: Multiple Locations

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

• Commission pay

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience working in the cannabis/hemp/CBD industry?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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The Fifty/50 Group is looking to hire a special events sales manager to sell our vision for an amazing event to potential customers. We have an open position and we are also hiring for the future with Kindling opening later this year along with a private events space at our first cannabis dispensary.

We are a steady, organized group with plenty of opportunities for growth. We are a company that is driven by our people and our passion for hospitality.

Learn about us and our core values, visit: https://www.thefifty50group.com/about/

Virtually tour our event spaces, visit: https://www.thefifty50group.com/catering-events/

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Reports to the Director of Events and Catering
• Generates events sales by scouting new business and maintaining relationships with existing clients
• Serves as the point of contact for clients to plan events, develop contracts, detail events, and help the restaurant and store teams to execute events
• Works with all event vendors including: florists, rental company, security
• Partners with the Fifty/50 operations teams (Culinary, Front of House, Retail and Quick Service) on event preparation
• Meets with clients for additional walk-throughs to finalize event details
• Processes all catering requests via Tripleseat
• Manages a book of business to achieve budgets
• Creates proposals, contracts and event orders, as well as packages tailored to each clients requests
• Recaps events and provides operation, sales and production suggestions to the team
• Maintains fiscal responsibility in terms of rentals, supplies and labor
• Manages day-to-day catering requests and works closely with the team to ensure proper execution of event and catering orders
• Maintains industry knowledge including principles and practices within events and catering
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60614: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Events management: 3 years (Preferred)
• Restaurant: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location

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