Convene is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer & we believe that diverse teams are the best teams. We live our values of GRIT (Genuine, Relentless, Integrity & Teamwork) & strive to create an inclusive & equitable workplace where everyone can be their true selves, where we all show up for each other. In line with our goal to be 1% better every day, we are committed to listening, learning, growing & improving. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities & perspectives to join us on this journey.

Convene is looking for a Sales Executive to join Convenes Sales team based in Chicago. In this role, you will be responsible for growing the Convene brand, developing business relationships & driving revenue across all properties in the Convene portfolio, in alignment with the company growth strategy, with a focus on Chicago & San Francisco. We need someone that can effectively uncover new opportunities, engage with our clients & build meaningful relationships. The Sales Executive will report to the Director of Sales. 

What Youll Do:

• Maintain extensive knowledge of Convene products & locations while building the brand locally 
• Conduct & coordinate thorough site inspections, virtual tours & demos, client appointments
• Discover new local meeting & event decision makers, maintain & grow current & prospective clients & referral partners
• Rapidly respond to all client inquiries & other communication
• Generate, negotiate & close agreements to client specifications while adhering to internal pricing guidelines
• Maintain thorough knowledge of competitive set & relationships with counterparts
• Attend trade shows, receptions, & informational sessions to prospect for new business
• Reach & exceed budgeted goals per month & year

What We Look For: 

• 1 - 2 + years high volume Corporate Event & Meetings Sales experience in the Chicago market
• Ability to work quickly & flexibly 
• Growth company DNA: building & scaling are in your bones
• Alignment with Convenes core values: genuine, relentless, integrity, & teamwork (GRIT)

Compensation: 

The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature & level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, & qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.  Job duties & responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs & conditions.

Base Salary:

Salary Min: $50,000 Salary Max: $55,000

This role is also eligible for Convene's sales commission program. 

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums & maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience & other relevant factors. 

Who We Are:

Convene is a premium hospitality company that designs & operates meeting, event, flexible office, & membership spaces. With a network of 38 locations across nine cities in the U.S. & UK, Convene thoughtfully combines beautiful yet intuitive design, fully-integrated technology services, & a warm & welcoming environment to create a turnkey solution for extraordinary meeting & work experiences. Founded in 2009 with the goal of bringing hospitality & lifestyle into traditional commercial real estate assets, Convene partners with the industrys top landlords to deliver increased value to their assets & premium experiences to their tenants. The company counts Hudsons Bay Company, Ares, & RXR Realty among its investors & has been named one of Americas 100 Most Promising Companies by Forbes & a Best Workplace by magazine, Fortune magazine, & Built In.  Learn more at https://convene.com/  

Were Here For You: 

At Convene, youll receive:

• Excellent health coverage for you & your family starting day one
• Medical & insurance navigation support through Eden Health
• Flexible vacation time plus time off for your birthday
• A Holiday closure each year to allow all employees to unplug & recharge 
• 401K plan with company matching
• Professional development support
• A chance to be part of a dynamic, growing team
• The opportunity to have a significant impact on your team & the business in the work that you do
• A culture of GRIT (Genuine, Relentless, Integrity & Teamwork)

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