Senior Event Manager

Senior Event Manager White Lodging Services Corporation - 3.6 Richmond, VA Job Details 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Customer communication Sales revenue Forecasting Guest relations Event coordination Upselling Managing hospitality teams Payroll management Performance management Team development Analysis skills Supervising experience Financial operations management Performance Improvement (PI) Mentoring Managing event budgets Senior level Cross-functional collaboration Managing hospitality operations budgets Leadership Team motivation (leadership skill) Communication skills Cross-functional communication Overseeing training Staff development

Full Job Description Description Summary:

Who We Are White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in some of the country's best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is about how you make people feel. That's where you come in. You'll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow.

Responsibilities:

What You'll Do Coordinate all event phases, from planning to execution, ensuring seamless communication with customers and internal departments for an exceptional guest experience. Lead pre-event, event, and post-event meetings while identifying and resolving operational challenges to deliver outstanding results. Actively up-sell services and products, manage event budgets, and contribute to revenue generation while maintaining a focus on guest satisfaction. Supervise and train associates to meet performance standards, foster collaboration, and create a supportive team environment. Use feedback to drive continuous improvement, implement corrective action plans, and develop innovative event strategies. Monitor and manage financial goals, including group room blocks, catering revenue, and payroll to align with departmental budgets. What You'll Bring Strong organizational and communication skills to manage complex events with attention to detail. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and foster positive guest and associate relationships. Expertise in event operations, financial management, and guest satisfaction strategies. Leadership experience with a focus on training, mentoring, and motivating teams to achieve results. Analytical skills to manage budgets, forecast revenue, and drive profitability for the department.

Other information:

What You Can Look Forward To Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Parental Leave Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(k) with company match Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Holidays, & Sick Tuition Reimbursement Complimentary and Discounted Rooms White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.