Event Development Coordinator
Cavaliers Holdings, LLC
Cleveland, OHThis was removed by the employer on 8/24/2021 4:22:00 PM PST
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Cavaliers Holdings LLC is committed to delivering unparalleled sports and entertainment experiences fueled by a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. We strive to find talent that defines being the DIFF through a ''Care – Lead – Engage'' (CLE) philosophy across all aspects of our business. If this sounds like a culture you can thrive in, and you enjoy working in fast-pace and high energy setting, then we want to talk to YOU!
Job Summary:
Event Development Coordinator will be assigned to drive the private events business within the transformed meeting and banquet space of Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Position will be responsible for generating banquet event sales first proactively, then organically. The Event Development Coordinator will work closely with the VP of Booking/Events as well as the Manager of Private Events/Banquets. This is a great opportunity to gain knowledge and experience into the banquet and special event business at a world class sports and entertainment facility, Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Develop, plan, and sell private events and parties within the banquet spaces of Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
• Establish sales objectives by creating sales plans and quotas
• Track leads, revenue, and event expenses within data-based system (e.g. CRM)
• Continually grow relationships with current and new clients both within and outside of Northeast Ohio
• Actively seek out convention/tourism business
• Work with Corporate Communications and Arena Marketing teams on sales and marketing initiatives
• Work with Manager of Private Events/Banquets to ensure event communication is effective, particularly as it relates to contracting, set up, staffing, and financial elements of the event.
• Assist with event coordination needs on Cavs and Monsters game days
• Research industry trends and make recommendations on process improvements and new business opportunities
• Other duties as assigned.
Additional Information:
• Bachelor's degree required from an accredited institution.
• Extensive knowledge of the market
• 2-3 years experience in event specific sales & event operations
• Willingness and eagerness to learn aspects of working for a professional sports team.
• Comfort level with working through direction and also independently when necessary.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Desire to work in a forward facing, diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Must possess a high desire to collaborate across our entire Team through a multitude of tasks and activities.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills, high attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple assignments in an ever-changing environment.
• Must demonstrate a high level of maturity, integrity, loyalty, initiative, creativity, and sound judgment.
• Must be available to work nights and weekends as needed.
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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.