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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| career move to sales industry | 4/1/2011 | Steve Young |
| Q: Steve Young I currently hold a position as a web developer, so most of my qualifications are ... A: Information Technology will help with your career as a hotel sales manager. You can mention you ... | ||
| Desparate for help with my hotel | 1/21/2011 | Steve Young |
| Q: I manage an 83 room hotel in TN. The recession has been very bad for business and the future isn't ... A: There is not quick fix, but you can help turn it around. I would suggest building relationships ... | ||
| Compensation for Sales & Marketing Manager | 12/17/2010 | Steve Young |
| Q: I am wondering how a sales/marketing manager is typically compensated. Base salary plus bonus? If ... A: Entry level is 40-55K plus bonus, depending on the city, state, and location. Small, remote cities ... | ||
| Experience | 10/24/2010 | Steve Young |
| Q: I am interested in applying for a Executive Meetings Manager position at a nearby huge hotel. The ... A: A serious bid would will require some understanding of the position. A hospitality certificate at ... | ||
| Hotel Sales salary and hours | 7/15/2010 | Steve Young |
| Q: I'm an older college student (27) and I'm thinking about going into hotel sales or event planning. I ... A: Depending on the area, entry level salaries will pay 45-55 thousand plus bonus potential. Bonus can ... | ||
| Research, why different people pursue different careers | 5/5/2010 | Steve Young |
| Q: i am currently doing research on why different people pursue the careers they do and i am now ... A: I was drawn to the glamour, and perks. I always liked being in and around hotels and resorts. I ... | ||
| CHA | 3/16/2010 | Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A. |
| Q: Is AH&LA the only place to receive this certification? if not, where else can I receive study ... A: The Certified Hotel Administrator or C.H.A. designation is only awarded through the American Hotel ... | ||
| Hospitality Convention job hours | 2/23/2010 | Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A. |
| Q: I am currently doing a project for one of my hospitality classes. I am trying to find research on ... A: It has been my experience that convention managers have to work around the convention hours and ... | ||
| College Program Questions | 1/2/2010 | Steve Young |
| Q: I am not sure if you will be able to answer my questions, but I was wondering if You could tell me a ... A: Ali, My speciality is sales and marketing. As a spa Director ot massage therapist you will be ... | ||
| annual salary | 12/31/2009 | Steve Young |
| Q: After obtaining a b.s. in HRM, and also having 4 yrs experience in the hospitality industry, how ... A: Salaries range tremendously depending on the city, location, size of hotel, and managment company. ... | ||
| How to Run Successfully and Profitable motel business ? | 11/16/2009 | Steve Young |
| Q: I have little experience in business management and also have long experience in Sale's. I am ... A: Your question is good, and I wish I could give you an easy answer. Most of the revenue generating ... | ||
| New Job | 11/6/2009 | Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A. |
| Q: I was recently offered a position as a full time restaurant greeter at nice hotel. I will be ... A: In my opinion, I'd go ahead and take the job. Get some time in the new position under your belt and ... | ||
| Hospitality and Tourism Mgmt | 10/29/2009 | Steve Young |
| Q: my name is Ariana and I am currently a student at the College of The Desert in Ca. I am working on a ... A: Some of the benefits will vary by the the hotel or hotel company you work for. Health, ... | ||
| Careers in Hospitality/ Property Mgmt & Salaries | 10/15/2009 | Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A. |
| Q: Can you list some of the Jobs (lower level to high level)in the Hospitality Industry and Property ... A: Your range of hourly wages is pretty accurate. Sad but true. Beginning salary ranges are from 18k to ... | ||
| hotel/catering salesTraining | 8/15/2009 | Steve Young |
| Q: I've been a hotel banquet server for over 20 years for Marriott and Hyatt. I also have a 4 year ... A: I always recommend www.aprinda.com because it is used at colleges such as Chico State and many hotel ... | ||
| CHA certification | 7/30/2009 | Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A. |
| Q: What is the most affordable way to attain the CHA certification? A: my company was glad to pay for my certification. It attests to their high standards and ... | ||
| carer advice | 7/17/2009 | Steve Young |
| Q: What can i do to find a good carer in the hospitality field? I have over 15 yrs restaurant ... A: Sounds like you have some strong sales and management experience. My speciality is hotel sales and ... | ||
| Sales/Marketing Management Questions | 7/13/2009 | Steve Young |
| Q: Young, My name is Chris and I am currently a student at the University of Central Florida. The ... A: The Director of Sales and sales Managers typically do not work on holidays. Occassionally, you ... | ||
| Sales/Marketing Management Questions | 7/11/2009 | Steve Young |
| Q: Young, My name is Chris and I am currently a student at the University of Central Florida. The ... A: What are the typical hours of a Sales/Marketing manager? (weekly and yearly) Hours for a sales ... | ||
| Opportunities | 6/30/2009 | Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A. |
| Q: I am wondering if the hospitality field might have use of health and wellness experts. I have ... A: Sure, I think there would be opportunities for a well trained professional in any full service ... | ||
| Sonesta hotel organziational chart | 5/12/2009 | Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A. |
| Q: what is the orgnanizational chart for sonesta hotel in sharm el sheikh beach and resort A: I have no idea! Every organization has different organizational structures that work for them. Why ... | ||
| Hotel jobs | 4/8/2009 | Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A. |
| Q: I have worked for 33 years as an auto mechanic, and at age 58 desire a career change. Searching the ... A: It certainly sounds like you have a good work ethic, something not often found today, and something ... | ||
| Motel Ownership | 4/5/2009 | Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A. |
| Q: I'm considering buying a motel as an investment when I retire. Is it necessary to have completed a ... A: There is no simple answer to this question. As in any business, it's good to know everything about ... | ||
| Management forcing me to pay a partially unpaid check | 4/4/2009 | Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A. |
| Q: I was at work when a table left money on the table and left. I dont think it was intentional but ... A: Well, it seems very unfair based on what you have told me. Things like that happen, its just a cost ... | ||
| What's hotel S&M jobs about? | 4/2/2009 | Steve Young |
| Q: I have about 10 years experience onboard cruise ships managing a concession dept. I want to ... A: Hotel Sales Managers sell guest rooms, meeting space, banquet facilities, and services and amenities ... | ||
| Managing a 10 room Motel. | 12/27/2008 | Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A. |
| Q: My wife and I have decided to take a position managing, and hopefully eventually taking over ... A: There is no hard and fast answer to your question simply because there are so many variables ... | ||
| Question? | 12/9/2008 | Steve Young |
| Q: Young, Hi, I am currently working as a restaurant manager but would like to become a manager of a ... A: You could start at the front desk, but the salary can be as low as $8 - $14.00 or so per hour. ... | ||
| Best Hospitality Management Colleges in New York State | 12/3/2008 | Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A. |
| Q: What are the best Colleges for Hospitality Management in New York State A: In my humble opinion, Cornell without a doubt is considered one of the Best Hotel schools in the ... | ||
| International Sales & Marketing/Consulting | 11/30/2008 | Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A. |
| Q: I have over 15 years in Hotel/Resort Marketing & Sales with 4-5 Star Companies. Currently in ... A: Do what you do best. Sell and Market yourself. Create your brand and send your CV to as many search ... | ||
| private hospitality services | 11/7/2008 | Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A. |
| Q: Mr. Riddell, are there places where I can get training to work in the hospitality business to work ... A: Yes there are. As a matter of fact there are several, most of which do not have accreditation from ... | ||
| Writing A Cover Letter | 9/26/2008 | Steve Young |
| Q: I would like tips on how to write a job letter inquiring about job openings or even just the ... A: Let me start by saying it is hard to start a career in hotel marketing or PR without first having ... | ||
| Marketing Hospitality | 9/20/2008 | GAJ |
| Q: I'm currently trying to decide which is the best major that would suite me and I came across with ... A: Albina, Yes, marketing and travel/tourism can and do go hand-in-hand especially considering the ... | ||
| Marketing Hospitality | 9/20/2008 | Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A. |
| Q: I'm currently trying to decide which is the best major that would suite me and I came across with ... A: There are certainly vast avenues to pursue in sales and marketing in the hospitality world. My ... | ||
| Hospitality Marketing | 9/20/2008 | Steve Young |
| Q: I'm currently trying to decide which is the best major that would suite me and I came across with ... A: If you would like a career in hotel marketing.....you have to start at the sales manager level and ... | ||
| Getting started | 9/4/2008 | Steve Young |
| Q: I am currently pursuing my degree in HR and Business Administration but wanted to know a little bit ... A: Hyatt has a training program, they make you go through houskeeping, front desk and so on....you have ... | ||
| break in to Sales | 8/29/2008 | Steve Young |
| Q: I have been in Hospitality , to be exact in F&B Management for last 10 years. My career started as ... A: Obrad: Sorry for the long delay. I overlooked your question. You need to demonstrate to your GM ... | ||
| job | 8/9/2008 | Robert M. Riddell, C.H.A. |
| Q: "is there any way to earn 600$-800$ a week without college degree ?i am located at los angeles near ... A: This is a pretty open ended question but, I'd say of course there is. Anything you do well, is ... | ||
| Have Sales Experience: Looking for New Industry | 6/13/2008 | Steve Young |
| Q: I am interested in a sales position in hospitality. I have sales experience in retail, as well as ... A: Retail and packaging has many skills that transfer over to hotel sales. In retail you probably ... | ||
| hotel sales job | 6/13/2008 | Steve Young |
| Q: I've been in retail sales for 1 1/2 years and heard hotel sales pays better and is a lot more ... A: Having a retail sales background will help land a job in hotel sales. Be sure and include in your ... | ||
| Hotel Operating Systems | 5/14/2008 | GAJ |
| Q: I'm considering applying for a part-time job as a front desk receptionist. I have several years of ... A: Rachael: It is likely that the hotel is requesting some experience with their computer system ... | ||
Steve Young
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
My expertise is hotel sales and marketing? If you want to know how to break into the field as a sales manager..... I can help. If you are currently a sales manager, director of sales, or hotel owner, you can ask me for suggestions on how to increase your business and increase profits. To start a career in hotel sales, you can review www.hsma.com www.aprinda.com ecornell.com Job opening are located at www.hacareers.com or hospitalityonline.com
Experience
Deployed sales teams to effectively capture markets which generated higher REVPAR. Year over year increases in rate ranged from 5% to 30% per hotel, year over year increases in revenue ranged from 4% to 25%. Trained sales teams to effectively prospect and negotiate. Implemented reservation yield management strategies in several hotels. Designed reservation training to teach effective closing techniques. Helped individuals start careers in hotel sales......now many of them are General Managers and VP's of Sales.....and owe me big time!!!!!
Education/Credentials
Business Degree.
Awards and Honors
Director of Sales and Marketing of the Year. Selected out of 400 plus hotels and resorts.
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