Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Hobbies and Interests
References
Timeline
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Amanda Woods

Chicago

Summary

Dynamic Event Sales Manager with a proven track record at Atomic Hospitality, recognized as a top performer in sales, relationship development, and team leadership. Expertise in crafting innovative sales strategies that drive revenue growth while enhancing guest satisfaction. A strong operational background complements extensive event knowledge, enabling effective data analysis and optimization of event success from inception to completion. Career aspirations include further elevating event experiences through strategic sales initiatives.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Event Sales Manager

Morgan MFG
06.2024 - Current
  • Achieved sales and guest satisfaction objectives.
  • Managed all aspects of the sales process from lead generation to closing deals.
  • Partnered closely with Operations to ensure effective detail transmission.
  • Ensured venue standards compliance while coordinating with large-scale production firms and vendor teams.
  • Analyzed data from previous events in order to identify areas of improvement moving forward.
  • Developed and implemented event sales strategies to increase incremental revenue.

Senior Event Sales Manager

Atomic Hospitality Group
06.2021 - Current

Recognized as leading sales manager in the company, leveraging experience from Morgan MFG and City Hall + Recess.

Event Sales Manager

City Hall + Recess
Chicago
06.2021 - 11.2024
  • Directed sales for events accommodating 15 to 1,800 attendees in the top-grossing venue.
  • Managed and nurtured a large influx of sales leads.
  • Directed engagement with existing and incoming clients.
  • Partnered with leadership and culinary teams to improve the quality of private dining menus.
  • Maximized guest satisfaction through detailed coordination with clients, vendors, and Operations team.
  • Established relationships with vendors to ensure the success of each event.
  • Increased client retention rates, resulting in sustained annual returns.

National Sales Manager

Bar Louie
04.2012 - 05.2021
  • Driving force in growing the Sales division from local to national level by implementing SOPs and training new hires throughout the company.
  • Part of the National Sales Team, who collaborated closely with multiple corporate and in-store departments to increase sales by leveraging private events and off-site catering.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - International Studies

The Ohio State University
05.2003

Skills

  • Relationship development and retention
  • Team leadership
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Tripleseat, Opentable, Microsoft and POS systems
  • Goal orientation

Accomplishments

Top sales achieving manager in the Atomic Hospitality Group three years in a row.

Hold record for highest annual sales in the company.

Consistently exceeded sales goals each year by no less than 40%

2024 Winner and 2023 Nominee and of a CTC Destination Management's 'Hospy' award.

Languages

  • English, Native or Bilingual Proficiency
  • Spanish, Elementary Proficiency

Hobbies and Interests

Creativity based activities such as seasonal decorating and gift styling/creating.

Ordained reverend that plans and officiates small scale weddings.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Event Sales Manager

Morgan MFG
06.2024 - Current

Senior Event Sales Manager

Atomic Hospitality Group
06.2021 - Current

Event Sales Manager

City Hall + Recess
06.2021 - 11.2024

National Sales Manager

Bar Louie
04.2012 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Arts - International Studies

The Ohio State University
Amanda Woods