Event Planning Manager
Lewis Center
Thursday, 23 April 2026
Plan and help to execute events, and guest room related activities (related to assigned group), to ensure the obligations by the hotel and client are met with satisfaction. Act as liaison between Catering and the Operations Team by disseminating appropriate information as it relates to the meeting and/or event. Manage and monitor room blocks according to contract specifications to include; room block cut-off dates, review room pick-up, and attrition. Conduct reporting as needed for group room blocks as well as revenue generated through the catering department. Manage marketing avenues for the Catering Department such as the Knot & Wedding Wire. Maintain strong client relations and ensure that meeting/event specifications are communicated and executed for a successful event experience. Organize and conduct pre/post meeting with assigned groups. Effectively upsell throughout the pre-meeting/event and event phase, to include: food and beverage, amenities, audiovisual and special request services. Once event is contracted, work with the Accounting Department on deposit schedule/method of payment. Review master group folios of each event for accuracy. Handling multiple meetings/and or events simultaneously and at different planning stages. Identifying operational challenges and/or opportunities related to meeting and/or event, and develops seamless solutions. Share responsibility of conducting planning program meeting with other Catering Events Planners. Assist with action plans, proposals and guest memos as well as other projects as assigned by Director of Catering. Participate in site tours with contracted clients as well as potential clients Greet clients prior to the start of their event to determine any additional needs or changes and that their expectations are being met. Implement such changes or additions by contacting the correct department. Work closely with conference services to assist in planning all types of meetings and events. Participate in the property Manager on Duty Program. Any additional tasks assigned to you by management.