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Director of Events Planning (Isle of Palms)

Director of Events Planning (Isle of Palms)

South Carolina StaffingIsle of Palms, SC, United States
14 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Director Of Events

The Director of Events is responsible for leading the end-to-end execution of all events and conferences while driving event-related revenue, profitability, and guest satisfaction. This role manages a professional team of Event Planners and plays a vital role in aligning the resort's event planning function with strategic sales goals and service excellence. This position is ideal for a results-driven, collaborative hospitality leader with a proven track record in event operations, client service, and revenue maximization.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Leadership & Team Development
  • To ensure the profitability and efficient running of the Events Department to meet all departmental objectives.
  • Direct and support a high-performing team, ensuring consistency in event execution, communication, and service delivery
  • Provide training, coaching, and performance feedback; conduct regular one-on-ones and team meetings
  • Oversee daily workflow, staffing, scheduling, and communication with resort departments to align on event execution priorities

Event Planning & Execution

  • To personally handle a small number of premium events and VIP meetings
  • Support the planning of all group events, including meetings, weddings, social functions, and incentive programs
  • Lead weekly group review meetings, BEO review sessions, pre-convention meetings, and post-event evaluations
  • Ensure all planning and logistical details are flawlessly executed, with a focus on proactive communication and operational readiness

    • Operational & Strategic Leadership

  • Represent the Events team in resort leadership meetings, sales strategy sessions, and business reviews
  • Continuously assess and improve event processes, standards, and tools to enhance efficiency and consistency
  • Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting for the Events department
  • Support sustainability, service excellence, and brand alignment initiatives in all planning and execution practices

    • Qualifications :

  • Experience & Education :
  • Previous experience in a similar role within a luxury hotel or resort
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills
  • Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, business, or related field preferred
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

    • Primary Location : US-SC-Isle of Palms

    Organization : Wild Dunes Resort

    Pay Basis : Yearly

    Job Level : Full-time

    Job : Catering / Event Planning

    Req ID : ISL001723

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