VP of Convention Sales and Services

About the role

The Vice President of Convention Sales provides leadership to the Travel Portland Convention Sales & Services departments to optimize results in both short- and long-term sales efforts by identifying annual goals and driving performance to meet those goals and ensuring the fulfillment of the organization’s contractual obligations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the local convention and meetings community in aligning sales strategies and developing robust business development channels
• Maintain collaborative relationships externally with the International, domestic, and Portland hospitality community
• Work with various departments including marketing, public relations, and community engagement to develop programs that complement and promote the overall mission of the sales and services effort