We are looking for an energetic Event Planner to help enhance our visibility in the local community. The Event Planner will be responsible for assisting with the development of our local marketing strategy and planning successful events that advance the recognition of the company and the brand. The successful candidate will also be charged with discovering new opportunities within the community to establish a stronger bond with our target audience and increase local market share. You will be required to schedule potential new clients, tour them through the facility, find their needs and go over applicable packages

Identify potential opportunities at the local level and create campaigns to capitalize on those opportunities

Develop a network of event subcontractors that make planning each community event a simple process

Manage all aspects of the the event planning process, including collaboration with subcontractors, venue identification, menu development, printing and design of materials and budget tracking

Collaborate with several departments within the company as well as local community groups

Attend community functions to network and identify potential opportunities

Create summary reports of each event outlining how data gathered from current community events can be used to develop successful future event

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, Marketing or a related field

Proven track record of identifying and maximizing event opportunities

Must be a self-starter who requires little to no supervision to meet corporate goals

Excellent time management and communication skills required