Event Director

This position has been filled - Job#: 453375664

Job Summary

The NBA Team are seeking a highly motivated individual with a passion for personal relationships and sales as the strategic business leader of Event Management, including the departments of Event Planning, Banquets/Catering, Event Service and Event Technology for the team's gaming event space.

The Event Director will oversee the development and implementation of departmental strategies and ensures implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives. The position has overall responsibility for executing all property events with a seamless turnover from sales to operations and back to sales. 
Duties and Responsibilities

• Researches and analyzes new products, pricing and services of competition
• Monitors and controls event budgets and negotiates all necessary contracts
• Works with direct reports to review scheduled events and troubleshoot potential challenges/conflicts
• Ensures the property is appraised of all groups that will impact property operations
• Works with culinary team to ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards
• Oversees Event Operations including Banquets, Event Services and Event Technology
• Oversees event planning team
• Ensures meeting space and corresponding heart of the house areas are cleaned and maintained
• Ensures furniture and equipment is maintained and inventory levels are kept in accordance to corporate guidelines
• Leads the execution of brand service initiatives in event management areas
• Develops an Event Management strategy that is aligned with the brand’s business