Wednesday, March 10th, 2010
 

Welcome to Career Connections

Job Seekers
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Employers
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"Thanks so much for your help! Our company is growing fast, as is our events department and the AZMPI website has already provided us with two new hires that are proving to be a great asset to the team!"
Jennifer Landry, CMP
Director of Events
FreeLife International

AZMPI cares about its members, so we have created a one-stop career resource for meeting and event professionals. Career Connections unites job seekers and prospective employers in a collaborative, easy-to-use career site. Another way MPI provides value to you!

Career Connections will help you open doors with features such as professional development tools and resources for career management. You will also find links to job sites in the industry as well as articles on changing jobs and interview tips.

You will want to check this page regularly to take advantage of the knowledge and expertise provided here!

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Available Positions

Creative Services Account Manager - Hello Arizona! is seeking a career-minded individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy work environment where excellence is the norm and who excels in a business built on relationships. The successful, diplomatic candidate will be innovative, creative and proactive with decisions and problem solving. See attached for job description. Send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to Heather Schramm, hschramm@hello-arizona.com (03/08/10)

Administrative Assistant - Perfect entry-level position to learn about event planning! CMI Resources is seeking a Administrative Assistant/Client Relations to provide support to the company's owner, sales manager and operations manager. In addition to administrative duties, assist the meeting planner with site selection, contract negotiation, attendee registration, logistics, reports, and other conference functions. Local candidates only please – out of town applications will not be considered. For more details and a complete description please email in confidence to jmerkel@cmiresources.com. Please include your cover letter, resume and salary requirements. (02/22/10)

Group Sales Manager - The Tempe CVB is looking for a qualified sales professional to join their team to market & sell Tempe as a viable destination for meetings and events in our member hotels and venues. The candidate should have a minimum of 3-5 years of Hotel Group Sales or CVB Sales experience. The position is responsible for developing new business from Arizona corporate & association markets as well as the geographic territory of California and Texas. Qualified candidates are asked to please forward a cover letter expressing interest, qualifications, resume, and salary requirements to Mark McMinn, Director of Sales Mark@tempecvb.com. Please, no phone calls at this time. (02/20/10)

ADI Meetings & Events - is seeking a Sales Representative, highest commissions in industry, early payouts, proposal and presentation support, business travel expenses, and benefits negotiable. Work from home anywhere in the U.S. or work from the office in Phoenix. Requirements 2 years of selling incentives, meetings or site selection. Send resume to: sales@adimeetings.com (02/17/10)

Sales and Catering Admin Assistant - The Four Points by Sheraton Phoenix North is seeking a qualified full-time Sales and Catering Administrative Assistant. Hotel experience is required as an Administrative Assistant as well as working knowledge of Delphi. This person would assist 6 people in the sales and catering department. Position is available for immediate start. Direct resumes to mtaylor@fourpointsphx.com. Qualified applicants will be contacted. (02/04/10)

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Positions Wanted

Event & Marketing Professional 15 years in all aspects of event management including conception/design, marketing, fund raising, logistics, venue/speaker/vendor contract negotiations, in-house and onsite TQM. Proven marketing skills and top performer for the past 15 years. Contact windyworksevents@probeauty.org (02/17/10)
 

Click to view resumeGraduating May 2010! I am currently a student at Northern Arizona University and I will be graduating in May with a degree from the School of Hotel Restaurant Management. As an active member of the MPI Student Chapter, I am a very organized person with excellent teamwork skills. I am very excited and passionate about the industry and cannot wait for the opportunity to get to learn more. Please contact me at whitstark22@yahoo.com (03/01/10)

Click to view resumeCMP With 10 Years Meeting Planning Experience: I'm a strong negotiator so I can save your company money! I'm a strategic and creative thinker who will create cost effective yet memorable events. If you are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated individual please contact me at kelly.schaefer_travel@yahoo.com (02/17/10)
 

Click to view resumeI am a Creative Team Player seeking an employment opportunity that will allow me to fully utilize my wide-range of conference and meeting planning skills. I want to contribute to my company's success and exceed customer expectations! Please contact me if you need someone with extensive project management experience! Mdlakm10@yahoo.com (02/15/10)

Click to view resumeExperienced Meeting Planner seeks to bring her meeting planning expertise to a well-respected company. Along with a drive for challenge and excellence, this professional planner offers extensive skills in sourcing, contract negotiation, planning and implementation of meetings and events. Please contact JoleneAllen@cox.net (02/12/10)
 

Click to view resumeCertified Meeting Professional seeking position in Arizona. Extensive experience planning and managing non-profit and corporate events. Excellent organizational, problem solving and leadership skills. Please contact RobertPCannon@gmail.com. (01/26/10)
 

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