Cahal Mowery
DMO Sales & Strategy Executive | Championing Convention Growth, Citywide Partnerships & Economic Development for Chicago
- Role
- Vice President of Sales at Choose Chicago
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Cahal Mowery
Destination marketing executive focused on driving convention strategy, economic impact, and sustainable growth for world-class cities.With more than 15 years of experience across major U.S. markets leading high-performing sales teams that secure citywide conventions, expand market share, and generate measurable economic return for hospitality communities. As Vice President of Sales at Choose Chicago, oversees strategic sales initiatives that connect global organizations to one of America’s most dynamic urban destinations.Leadership philosophy is grounded in radical hospitality and data-driven decision-making. Belief that conventions and meetings are catalysts - not just for hotel room nights, but for job creation, knowledge exchange, and long-term community advancement.Prior to Chicago, led convention sales efforts in Denver and Houston, driving competitive growth in major convention center markets and building strong public-private partnerships across hotels, venues, and civic stakeholders.Passionate about developing talent, fostering cross-sector collaboration, and elevating the role of DMOs as engines of economic development.Outside of work, a lifelong hospitality enthusiast, triathlete, outdoorsman, and proud girl dad - always inspired by connection, culture, and community.
Experience
Vice President of Sales
Jan 2023 — Present
Leads strategic citywide sales direction for Chicago’s convention and meetings portfolio• Manages team of 10 senior level sales professionals across citywide, national association, and corporate segments• Drive booking strategy for McCormick Place and citywide hotel inventory• Responsible for securing conventions generating 2.8M room nights & $3B in projected economic impact annually• Collaborate with civic, hospitality, and corporate stakeholders to strengthen Chicago’s competitive position
Education
University of Houston, C.T. Bauer College of Business
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), MBA | Focus: Marketing Analytics, International Business, Product Development
University of Houston
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Global Hospitality Leadership
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