Goodwin Recruiting
Director of Event Sales - Washington, DC JN -092025-165368
Goodwin Recruiting, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Director of Event Sales – Washington, DC
This position is in Washington, DC and relocation to Washington, DC is required. We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Director of Event Sales to lead our event sales efforts. This role is key to driving the growth of social and corporate event bookings, leading a sales team, and creating strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets. If you have a passion for hospitality, team leadership, and developing new business opportunities, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities
Lead our event sales efforts to grow social and corporate event bookings. Manage a sales team and create strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets. Develop and execute annual sales plans for social and corporate events. Collaborate with culinary and operations teams to create tailored event packages and ensure seamless execution. Monitor sales data, analyze KPIs, and adjust strategies to achieve targets. Build and nurture relationships with key clients, industry associations, and vendors; seek new business opportunities through networking and site visits. Engage internal teams and external clients with strong communication and coordination. Qualifications
Experience: At least 7 years of sales experience in hospitality, with 3+ years managing a sales team. Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with both corporate and social event sales, including trends and competitive markets. Relationship Builder: Proven ability to establish and maintain relationships with clients and partners. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication; ability to engage with internal teams and external clients effectively. Organization & Time Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, project management tools, and event management software (e.g., Tripleseat, Teamwork). Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in hospitality, sales, or a related field. Benefits & Salary
Salary up to $140,000 (depending on experience) Comprehensive benefits package – Medical, Dental, Vision insurance; 401K; PTO Growth opportunities Hybrid work schedule About Goodwin Recruiting
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world-class customer service. We evaluate knowledge, skills, and abilities to meet the position requirements and open doors to change lives. We value diversity and strive to offer opportunities for a broad slate of candidates. Job ID:
165368 Compensation: $120,000 – $140,000 EOE – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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This position is in Washington, DC and relocation to Washington, DC is required. We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Director of Event Sales to lead our event sales efforts. This role is key to driving the growth of social and corporate event bookings, leading a sales team, and creating strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets. If you have a passion for hospitality, team leadership, and developing new business opportunities, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities
Lead our event sales efforts to grow social and corporate event bookings. Manage a sales team and create strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets. Develop and execute annual sales plans for social and corporate events. Collaborate with culinary and operations teams to create tailored event packages and ensure seamless execution. Monitor sales data, analyze KPIs, and adjust strategies to achieve targets. Build and nurture relationships with key clients, industry associations, and vendors; seek new business opportunities through networking and site visits. Engage internal teams and external clients with strong communication and coordination. Qualifications
Experience: At least 7 years of sales experience in hospitality, with 3+ years managing a sales team. Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with both corporate and social event sales, including trends and competitive markets. Relationship Builder: Proven ability to establish and maintain relationships with clients and partners. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication; ability to engage with internal teams and external clients effectively. Organization & Time Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, project management tools, and event management software (e.g., Tripleseat, Teamwork). Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in hospitality, sales, or a related field. Benefits & Salary
Salary up to $140,000 (depending on experience) Comprehensive benefits package – Medical, Dental, Vision insurance; 401K; PTO Growth opportunities Hybrid work schedule About Goodwin Recruiting
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world-class customer service. We evaluate knowledge, skills, and abilities to meet the position requirements and open doors to change lives. We value diversity and strive to offer opportunities for a broad slate of candidates. Job ID:
165368 Compensation: $120,000 – $140,000 EOE – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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