
Conference Services & Events Manager – Isla Bella Beach Resort & Tranquility Bay
- Workplace
- Remote
- Commitment
- Full-time
- Posted
The company is seeking a Conference Services & Events Manager to join its team in Marathon, Florida, supporting two waterfront resorts in the Florida Keys. The role owns the event lifecycle from contract turnover through execution, serving as the primary client contact for weddings, corporate meetings, conferences, and group programs. The manager develops Banquet Event Orders, timelines, and event documentation while coordinating catering, room setups, audiovisual needs, and guest accommodations. The position also drives revenue through upselling and manages group room blocks, forecasting, billing, and reconciliation. Close collaboration with Banquets, Culinary, Food & Beverage, Front Office, Housekeeping, Engineering, and Sales teams across both properties is central to the role.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary client contact from contract turnover through event execution
- Build strong relationships with clients while learning their vision, priorities, budget, and expectations
- Plan and coordinate weddings, meetings, conferences, group programs, and special events
- Conduct site visits, planning meetings, and pre-event meetings
- Create and maintain accurate Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), group resumes, event timelines, and other event documentation
- Communicate changes and important event details clearly and promptly
- Coordinate all event details with resort operational teams to ensure successful execution
- Oversee event logistics including catering, room setups, audiovisual needs, guest accommodations, and special requests
- Lead BEO and pre-convention meetings
- Be present for key events and client touchpoints
- Anticipate potential challenges and proactively develop solutions
- Respond to client needs and last-minute changes calmly and professionally
- Proactively identify opportunities to increase event revenue while enhancing the client's experience
- Recommend menu enhancements, upgraded experiences, additional functions, premium offerings, and other services based on client needs
- Partner with clients to expand event offerings while remaining mindful of their goals and budget
- Manage group room blocks, cutoff dates, and event details to help maximize revenue opportunities
- Track event revenue and support forecasting, billing, and reconciliation processes
- Partner closely with Banquets, Culinary, Food & Beverage, Front Office, Housekeeping, Engineering, Sales, and other resort teams
- Ensure all departments have accurate and timely information needed to execute events
- Coordinate events across both Isla Bella Beach Resort and Tranquility Bay Beachfront Resort
- Maintain clear communication before, during, and after events
- Support resort teams on-site to ensure service standards and client expectations are met
Requirements
- Previous experience in event planning, conference services, catering, weddings, banquets, hotel sales, or hospitality operations
- Strong organization and attention to detail
- Excellent client communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage multiple events, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously
- Confident problem-solving skills and the ability to remain composed when plans change
- Sales-minded approach with the ability to identify thoughtful upselling opportunities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Ability to work between both Marathon resort properties
- Flexible availability based on event schedules, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays
Nice to have
- Hotel or resort event experience preferred, but not required
- Experience coordinating weddings, meetings, conferences, or group events is a plus
- Experience with BEOs or event management systems preferred
Benefits
- Employee housing based on availability
- Hotel discounts across participating sister properties
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with employer match
- Additional voluntary benefits
- Employee housing based on availability
- Hotel discounts at sister properties
- Professional development and career growth opportunities