Event Sales Manager

This position is with a leading Destination Management Company (DMC) based in Tucson, Arizona, an expert in creating bespoke travel experiences predominantly for luxury leisure, corporate, and group travel sectors. The company specializes in designing, coordinating, and delivering immersive and high-end destination services that cater to discerning clientele who seek unique and personalized travel adventures. With a strong reputation for excellence, this DMC integrates local expertise and premium hospitality to craft seamless travel programming in Tucson, partnering closely with resorts, hotels, and local vendors to meet and exceed client expectations. The company places a significant emphasis on high-touch client service, operational precision, and a collaborative internal culture aimed at delivering outstanding results for every event and program executed. They support a vibrant team environment where creativity, commerce, and customer satisfaction are the foundation for sustainable growth.

The Account Executive role is pivotal within this dynamic environment, serving as the key driver of revenue growth and client relationship management for the Tucson market. This role primarily focuses on developing and managing long-term client engagements and ensuring the flawless execution of destination management services. As a strategic point of contact, the Account Executive negotiates and coordinates with clients, hotels, and internal operations, playing an integral role in event lifecycle management from initial prospecting through contract negotiation, program planning, budgeting, and the final onsite coordination. The ideal candidate will be proficient in balancing business development efforts with the operational demands of luxury event management. They should excel in client-facing interactions and possess a strong ability to generate new leads, cultivate relationships with corporate and leisure clients, and deliver customized proposals that align with both client goals and company profitability. This position rewards driven professionals with a results-oriented mindset, offering a competitive base salary between $68,000 and $75,000 plus commission and bonuses based on performance, complemented by comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, professional development support, and a 401k plan. This role suits an individual passionate about luxury hospitality sales and destination management, who seeks to join a reputable company in the fast-growing Tucson travel market and contribute meaningfully to its continued success.