Event Manager

Invited•San Diego, CA

16d•Hybrid

About The Position

Event Manager at | Alexandria Events Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central purpose of building relationships and enriching the lives of our members, guests, and more than 17,000 employees. We are the largest owner and operator of private clubs nationwide, with over 130 country clubs, city clubs, and athletic clubs. Our Clubs offer first-class amenities, including championship golf courses, modern workspaces, handcrafted cuisine, resort-style pools, state-of-the-art racquet facilities, fitness centers, and much more. Come be a part of this incredible and inclusive team at Invited ! Job Summary The Event Manager is responsible for overseeing event sales and driving membership growth at the club. This hybrid role splits focus equally between event operations and membership development, ensuring both areas meet their annual revenue and engagement goals. This position requires strategic planning and a strong ability to cultivate relationships with both prospective clients and club members. The Director collaborates with the regional Event Sales and Membership teams as well as the General Manager to ensure alignment with the club’s overall business objectives and service standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 3 years of sales experience.
Minimum of 2 years of sales experience with proven results.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in related field.
Strong selling and negotiation skills.
Familiarity with golf or private club industry.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM software.
Strong organizational and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

Execute sales plans to maximize event sales revenue, ensuring alignment with club goals and sales standards set by the regional sales team.
Cultivate relationships with key clients and prospects, leveraging networking opportunities inside and outside the club to generate new business.
Collaborate with the Executive Chef and General Manager to design profitable and competitive event offerings.
Ensure all event-related activities and expenses are tracked.
Utilize sales management tools such as Cater Pro and Power BI.
Drive membership growth by executing targeted recruitment strategies.
Facilitate membership upgrades and maintain prospect inventory.
Collaborate with regional membership and marketing teams.
Represent the club at community events and networking opportunities.
Track and report on sales performance.
Assist with additional tasks as assigned.
Follow company and department policies.
Maintain professionalism and commitment to excellence.
Follow safe working practices.
Participate in professional growth opportunities.