Arlo Hotels an independent lifestyle hotel is actively seeking a dynamic Director of Business Travel Sales. Are you someone who is passionate about people, driven by purpose, goal oriented, and clever in your approach? If so, keep on reading!! Here at Arlo, we strive to create a sense of awe that leaves those we serve wanting more …...

This position is responsible for generating sales from local and regional businesses, associations, and government agencies for the soon to be open, Arlo Washington DC. The hotel is destined to be one of the most exciting new hotel openings in the nation. The role will report to the hotel General Manager while working closely with the Corporate VP of Commercial Strategy and Corporate Head of Business Travel to achieve the hotel’s overall sales goals.

Responsibilities And Authorities

The role will be focused on selling to the local + regional businesses, associations, and government agencies.
Build and maintain strong relationships with travel managers responsible for hotel bookings in the DC market.
Demonstrate continuous self-leadership and activities to become a leader in the hotel and the DC market.
Capitalize on the hotel’s strengths and overcome any gaps to maximize sales.
Utilize creative thinking and propose ideas to uncover new business opportunities.
Proactively lead and generate new business opportunities via online and in-person meetings.
Work closely with the corporate sales and revenue team to garner greater than the hotel’s fair share of business travel.
Attend local and regional industry sales trade shows and events ensuring impactful meetings with key decision makers.
Host familiarization trips and events at the hotel.
Set annual revenue budgets, monthly forecasts, and other individual goals.
Utilize business intelligence and lead generation tools such as Ageny360, Demand360 and Zoominfo to monitor results and generate new business opportunities.
Monitor the performance of individual accounts and continuously seek ways to increase production.
Provide monthly production and activity reports.
Conduct agency and corporate presentations, meetings, site tours, and client events.
Ensure RFPs are submitted accurately and in a timely fashion.
Perform other tasks or projects as assigned and needed by the VP of Commercial Strategy.

Requirements

University or college degree from an accredited institution.
2+ years Sales Manager Experience
Basic computer skills and knowledge of various computer software, including strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and other hotel systems
Experience in Delphi Cloud or other sales CRM
Experience in Opera Cloud preferred
Experience in Agency 360 and other TravelClick/Amadeus products
Positive, enthusiastic approach
Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
Desire to win and exceed personal and company goals
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
Intellectual and analytical curiosity
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Effective time management skills
Experience selling lifestyle hotel brands a plus

Arlo Washington D.C. - Coming Soon

Arlo Washington DC, soon to be added to the Arlo Hotels portfolio

In the lifestyle hospitality industry, people make the difference. Arlo Hotels is committed to being a great place to work, providing exceptional service for our guests through our unique approach to the independent lifestyle hotel segment. Here at Arlo we ask all our team members to be themselves and embrace it! Are you someone who is passionate about people, driven by purpose, and clever in your approach? If so, keep on reading!! Here at Arlo we strive to create a sense of awe that leaves those we touch wanting more"......

Arlo Washington D.C. will comprise 229,846 square feet, which includes the restoration and preservation of the original 42,942-square-foot, five-story building, The Harrison Apartment, D.C.’s oldest known surviving conventional apartment building that has stood since 1882. Arlo Hotels is adding 186,904 square feet of space to the property, where the sixth through 12th floors, the penthouse, four meeting rooms and an indoor and outdoor rooftop lounge and pool will be located. The hotel will also feature a restaurant and bar, a “Bodega” cafe and lounge, and an interior courtyard.

Ideal for leisure and business travelers, Arlo Washington D.C. is conveniently located four blocks from Washington, D.C.’s Union Station and less than a mile from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Situated in the city’s bustling Judiciary Square neighborhood, the 445-room hotel is close to globally recognized landmarks such as The Capitol and the Supreme Court Building, fine dining options and upscale shopping.