Kerrianne Oreilly

About Kerrianne Oreilly

Experienced in hospitality management with a demonstrated history in Private Clubs, Event Planning, Food and Beverage Services and Hotel Group Sales Management. Graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 2019 with a degree in Hospitality Management. Employed after graduation with Saxbys as the Cafe Executive Officer for the Durham, NH cafe location. Made a career change in November 2021 and am currently employed by Ocean Properties, Hotels, Resorts & Affiliates in the group sales department.

Experience

1. Senior Market Sales Manager

   Colwen Hotels

   Aug 2023 — Present · Portsmouth, NH, US

   Develop and grow business through direct sales, and cold callsGrow existing accounts and generate new business to exceed budget and maximize revenue and profitsMaintain existing account relationshipsFormulate sales and marketing strategies for assigned hotelCollaborate with sales team, revenue management, and Hotel General Managers to maximize profitability of properties while maintain guest satisfactionWork closely with sales teams and Hotel General Managers at assigned hotels to assist in capturing group business in all segments including corporate transient businessAssist in training and support of all sales associates and ensure performance in accordance with established hotel brand/Colwen sales standardsSet sales strategies to achieve overall property goals for both rate and occupancyAssist in creating and executing annual marketing plan addressing sales strategy and budget goalsUnderstand hotel operations including room types, meeting capacities, service and features and benefits of assigned propertiesSolid knowledge of market conditions and competitors, economic trends and supply and demandProactive solicitation of new business to achieve revenue goalsMeet monthly revenue goals for both room and banquet salesAchieve your personal sales call goalsTarget accounts, markets or segments with proactive solicitation and account saturationMaintain accurate and up to date records of all activity/transactionsParticipate in local networking organizations, community, and industry events while representing Colwen Hotels in a professional manner

Education

• University of New Hampshire

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Hospitality Management

  2015 — 2019

Skills

• Social Networking
• Food & Beverage
• Customer Service
• Leadership
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Office
• Marketing
• Event Planning
• Social Media
• Microsoft Word
• Time Management