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Crescent Hotels & Resorts is honored to announce an exciting opportunity for a talented Executive Meetings Manager for the JW Marriott Reston Station! Experience a new level of luxury at JW Marriott Reston Station, a stunning 28-story landmark that overlooks Reston Row, a lively urban hub filled with top-notch dining and entertainment options. The hotel features 248 rooms spread across 12 floors, setting a new standard for luxury accommodations in the DMV area. With the largest luxury meeting space in Northern Virginia, totaling 35,000 sq ft, it includes two ballrooms with 20-foot ceilings and plenty of natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows and a large skylight. The JW Residences occupy the remaining 16 floors. This impressive architectural gem is conveniently located along the Silver Line Metro, perfectly positioned between Dulles International and Reagan National airports, providing travelers with exceptional access to the capital region and beyond. We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that 'feed your inner explorer', we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright. We are looking for our next exceptional team member to join us on our amazing Team. We are committed to providing you with: Generous compensation package; An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members; 401K matching program for eligible associates; Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members
Job Responsibility:
Prospect for new business – participate in sales blitzes, cold calling and contacting former clients to solicit new business and attends industry events/programs as needed
Responds in a timely manner to incoming group/catering business opportunities
Ensures that all business is booked within hotel parameters
Conducts hotel site inspections and client presentations
Create contracts and other related booking documentation as required
Manage and maintain client account files
Builds and maintains strong client relationships
Detail events to include all food & beverage, set up and audio visual needs
Ask appropriate questions of the clients and make suggestions to ensure the details meet the group and the hotel’s needs
Create group resumes and communicate client needs to all departments of the hotel
Ensure hotel staff follows through on all requests
Represent JW Marriott’s brand identity, values and pillars
Requirements:
2–5 years of experience in event management, catering, or luxury hospitality
Experience with high-profile or executive-level meetings preferred
Strong organizational and multitasking skills with exceptional attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to remain calm and solution-oriented in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in event management systems (e.g., Delphi, CI/TY) and Microsoft Office
Self-starting personality with an even disposition
Can communicate well with guests
Must be willing to 'pitch-in' and help co-workers with their job duties and be a team player
Can do, problem solver personality
Friendly disposition with a passion for hospitality
Team player who strives to support others and likes to win as a team
Previous Marriott experience preferred
Nice to have:
Experience with high-profile or executive-level meetings preferred
Previous Marriott experience preferred
What we offer:
Generous compensation package
An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
401K matching program for eligible associates
Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members