Event Sales and Marketing Manager

Salary: $70,000 to 80,000 annually, commensurate with experience, plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt Schedule: Monday–Friday with flexibility to support occasional early morning, evening, or client events. Reports To: General Manager About The Experience Group The Experience Group (TXG) is a hospitality management company that specializes in workplace experience, conference and meeting center management, concierge services, amenity operations, and hospitality consulting. TXG partners with leading commercial real estate owners to transform workplaces into hospitality-driven destinations. Our teams deliver exceptional service, memorable experiences, operational excellence, and innovative programming that enhance tenant engagement and property value. About WorkLife Meetings WorkLife Meetings is a premier conference center and tenant lounge located within THE MART in downtown Chicago. The venue provides flexible meeting rooms, conference facilities, hospitality services, and event programming for building tenants and external clients. The Event Sales & Marketing Manager plays a critical role in increasing venue utilization, driving revenue, and delivering exceptional client experiences. Why This Opportunity This is not a traditional event sales position. You'll have the opportunity to build relationships with Chicago's business community, represent one of the city's premier meeting venues, create marketing initiatives that grow the brand, and work closely with a hospitality-focused operations team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in sales, relationship management, and hospitality. Position Summary The Event Sales & Marketing Manager is responsible for generating meeting and event revenue by managing the complete sales lifecycle—from initial inquiry through event handoff to operations. This position also leads venue marketing, business development, and client relationship management while partnering closely with the General Manager to achieve revenue, occupancy, and guest satisfaction goals. Event Sales & Business Development Manage all tenant and external event inquiries with timely, professional communication. Conduct venue tours and needs assessments. Prepare customized proposals, contracts, pricing, and presentations. Negotiate agreements and close new business. Develop prospecting strategies targeting corporate meetings, trainings, networking events, nonprofit functions, and private events. Maintain a healthy sales pipeline and forecast future revenue. Build relationships with local businesses, hotels, DMCs, chambers of commerce, and commercial real estate partners. Identify upsell opportunities and repeat business. Client Experience Serve as the primary planning contact through pre-event coordination. Lead planning calls and collect all event specifications. Produce detailed event orders and ensure accurate operational handoff. Provide proactive communication and exceptional customer service. Marketing Develop annual marketing plan. Manage LinkedIn and other social channels. Coordinate email campaigns and promotional calendars. Create flyers, digital signage, newsletters, and sales collateral. Partner with property management on tenant promotions and special events. Monitor marketing analytics and adjust campaigns. Partner with the General Manager on revenue strategy. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Experience Group