Managing Director
PRA Business Events · Atlanta, GA · 3 wk ago
Business Development$181k/yrFull-time
Primary Responsibilities
- Oversee management of office Sales, Creative, and Operations functional areas, providing day to day support and guidance to the local team
- Create and maintain a positive work culture and environment by mentoring and motivating team members
- Lead local business development efforts including building and maintaining hotel and supplier partnerships; relationships with local industry partners; developing Sales strategy and marketing plans; product development
- Support team with site inspection planning and execution and client presentations to win business opportunities for targeted accounts
- Lead the Sales process on highly strategic, large scale revenue opportunities
- Represent the office in local industry functions
- Collaborate with Regional Vice-President on the development and implementation of business strategies supporting PRA's corporate initiatives
- In collaboration with Regional Directors of Experience Design and Event Production along with PRA's Central Creative Team, identify, develop, and manage relationships with local supplier partners to support the evolving needs of the business and leverage the PRA brand
- Collaborate and support the Operational team to ensure flawless program development and execution
- Collaborate with centralized Sales and Creative functional leaders to elevate needs for specialized or supplemental resources as needed on a project basis
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent relevant experience, or a combination thereof preferred
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Excellent sales and client relation skills
- Working knowledge of computer usage including database, Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally through email and phone with clients, suppliers, and Field Staff
- Possess proactive and analytical problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of local area attractions, hotels, city streets, parks, and other venues
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to work flexible hours, including general office hours, weekends, frequent evenings, and some holidays
- Ability to work within deadline constraints and set priorities
- Possess a professional manner and appearance when representing PRA
- Ability to perform multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize responsibilities and work assignments
Benefits Package
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Company-sponsored Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with Match
- Parental Leave
- Cell Phone and Home Internet Stipends
- Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
- Pet Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- other optional benefit coverages