Director of Sales and Marketing

Company: Elevation Convening Center & Hotel
Location: Montgomery
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Join Ithaka Hospitality Partners on an Exciting Journey! Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? Ithaka Hospitality Partners is seeking a visionary and service-driven Director of Sales & Marketing to join our dynamic leadership team at Elevation Convening Center & Hotel. Job Summary: Ithaka Hospitality Partners is a purpose-driven management company committed to creating meaningful, memorable experiences that stand apart from traditional hotel brands. The Director of Sales & Marketing (DOSM) is a dynamic leader who will provide strategic direction to the Sales and Marketing Team to ensure the achievement of both short and long-term financial goals for Elevation Convening Center and Hotel. The DOSM will also lead the Sales and Marketing Team in effectively managing the hotel brand within the luxury market. The DOSM will work collaboratively with the General Manager and Revenue Management to develop strategies to maximize REVPAR and grow market share. The DOSM will also focus on working with ownership to represent the Legacy Sites and vision of EJI when presenting this special convening center and hotel. Duties & Responsibilities: Creates effective marketing campaigns that increase awareness and positive perception of the Hotel, its activities, culinary services, spa, museum, and personnel Prepares weekly and monthly Sales Reports and actively participates in the annual Business Plan process Maintains knowledge of the travel industry, current market trends, and economic factors Reviews copy for print ads, paid search ads, and social media posts to ensure proper brand voice is maintained Manages sales activity, travel schedule, and budget Manages and supports the Sales and Marketing Team including recruiting, training, evaluating performance, and providing timely feedback Attends industry events and travels as needed to represent IHP and the hotel. Participates in bi-weekly meetings with the IH Partners to provide updates on critical action items, pace, and goal achievement Manages department's financials and approves expenditures as needed Collaborates with 3rd party PR and Digital Marketing agencies to drive results and achieve agreed-upon KPIs Ability to access, understand, and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system Works with fellow Executive Committee members in the preparation of the marketing, advertising, sales plans, programs, and annual budget; manages within approved plans and budgets Develops rates and group sales deployment strategies through a review of competitive data, demand analysis, and mix management Ability to effectively listen, communicate and perform diplomatically with internal and external customers and staff in all situations Develops awareness and reputation of the hotel and the brand in the local community Directs and manages all group, transient, and banquet sales activities to maximize revenue for the hotel Prepares, implements, and compiles data for the strategic sales plan, monthly reports, annual goals, sales and marketing budget, forecasts, and other reports as directed/required Must have knowledge of various Sales and Marketing tools and be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) Required Skills & Abilities: Extensive experience in both the group and transient markets including strong relationships with both luxury leisure accounts/agencies and key corporate travel managers Demonstrated knowledge and experience in all elements of marketing Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and strengths in innovation, creativity, and results-orientation Proven Leadership skills, and the ability to inspire and motivate the team to maximize sales production and effectively execute marketing campaigns Ability to meet and exceed financial goals while maintaining the highest level of service standards Ability to think logically and make decisions. Ability to read and interpret business records and statistical records. Use mathematical skills to interpret financial information and prepare budgets. Ability to change activity frequently and cope with interruptions. Ability to accept full responsibility for managing an activity. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software. Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, Hotel Administration, Business Administration, or a related field is required. Proven record of developing/improving sales and marketing infrastructure and processes. Demonstrated experience operating as part of a leadership team that emphasizes collaborative decision making and a high degree of coordination between functioning departments. 5 or more years experience in sales and marketing or related professional areas and a minimum of three years experience in a leadership role. Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. An Equal Opportunity Employer We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

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