Group and Events- Sales Specialist
W Doha Hotel & Residences
Total years of experience :17 years, 0 Months
-Overachieved weighted sales target by 150 % in 2014
- Solely responsible for managing all groups after contracting stage- logistics, financial, events
- Assisting with negotiation and contracting of all group requests
- Representing Starwood Hotels in Doha at worldwide trade shows and exhibitions.
-Contributed to over achievement of banquets and outside catering budget by QAR 2, 400, 000
-Conducted site inspections for hotel, organized and coordinated corporate and social events.
-Having entered the hospitality industry at a young age, I was able to progress from a waitress to management level in a short time
-Gained service and management experience in fine dining, banquets and events, and various bar and restaurant concepts.
-Led a culturally diverse team to deliver a high standard of food and beverage in the prestige Emirates chalet.
- Chosen to look after Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum throughout his time spent at the Emirates chalet.
B.A. in Hospitality and Tourism Management with coursework in sales, marketing, and leadership Chairperson/ Logistic Organizer- Strathclyde Food and Beverage Society
Gained credit level in all studies; excelled in hospitality; captained ladies football team.