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Position Summary:

The American Hotel & Lodging Association is seeking a Manager, Regional Events. This position will report to the Senior Director, Event Partnerships and will assist in planning and execution of all AHLA Regional events and AHLA external meetings and events.

Responsibilities: 

• Management of AHLA Regional Event Series  
• Execute meeting logistics to include function specifications, food and beverage and audio-visual arrangements, and experience elements
• Setup and execute all webinars and backend of virtual programs; works closely with department coordinator to manage AHLA calendar
• Work with the State and Local Government Affairs team on invitations to elected officials and other internal & external stakeholders on speaker invitations
• Manage registration/relationship management for AHLA partnership events; provide support as needed for events/attendees that require a higher level of personal engagement
• Serve as the marketing liaison by drafting copy and coordinating event marketing materials; provide support to the department coordinator for relevant pages on the AHLA website
• Assist with event social media efforts in collaboration with the Marketing & Communications department.
• Create RFPs, site research, and contracting for events and meetings as assigned
• Housing/overflow arrangements, rooming lists, monitoring hotel pick up reports, as needed
• Assist with association committees as assigned
• Other special projects and duties as assigned 

Skills and Attributes: 

• Experienced computer and software knowledge, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); and Salesforce preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to write and edit clear, engaging, and relevant content; willingness to be coached
• Self-motivated individual who is also a team player with a high level of professionalism and emotional intelligence
• Detail-oriented individual with exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Customer-service focused with a positive attitude; maintains grace under pressure
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment 

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree
• Three – five years relevant experience; or a combination of education and experience. 

Other: 

• Position located in Washington, DC 
• Rotating hybrid work schedule: In-office Tues-Thurs and Mon-Thurs every other week
• Ability to travel up to 50%  
• Ability to lift 35 pounds 
• Salary: $70,000-$75,000

About American Hotel & Lodging Association

For more than 100 years, the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) has been the foremost representative of and advocate for the U.S. lodging industry. We are the only national association that represents all segments of an industry that is among the 10 largest business sectors in America. We advocate for our members so they can do their best at what matters most: serving guests, employees and their communities. From major global brands to the small inns and bed & breakfasts, AHLA provides a singular voice that brings together the industry’s multitude of constituents. Our industry is incredibly diverse and represents everyone from brand CEO's to independent hotel owners, general managers and hotel staff and is an integral contributor to the American economy.

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