Shannon Frank

About Shannon Frank

Thank you for visiting my profile to learn a little more about me and what I do. My focus is networking with solution driven industry experts to constantly be improving opportunities and services for my clients around the globe. I am a Global Meeting Broker, and to the core, a solution finding expert, pain point remover, dream location acquirer, and your rock for the most solid and favorable event contract terms. From a 10 person board meeting, to regional training meetings, annual conventions, exciting product launches, citywide events, luxury incentive trips, even meetings at sea - any event, any size, any location, I’ve got you covered.My clients are corporations, associations, fraternal, medical, faith based, military, anime, hobby groups, and Esports. What are the services I provide? • Global City & Venue Sourcing via a platform that no other organization can provide, resulting in truer availability, lower rates, and shields you from individual hotel solicitations. • Comprehensive reporting with competitive analysis of all venue options, including all hotel brands and independent properties, globally. • Full site visit coordination. • Expert contract negotiation, specifically tailored to your needs.We secure events worldwide each year and have built solid industry relationships with unmatched buying power. And because hotels compensate us directly, there is no cost to you. Additional Services Available:• Full Meeting Planning and Detailing• Housing Management and Registration Services• On-site Event Support• Audio-Visual Sourcing• DMC Support• Group Flight Management• Ground Transportation• Branding Assistance• Group Gifting• Video Storytelling With over 30 years in the hotel industry, my end goal is to make you look incredible. I commit to finding the best venues within your budget, provide the most successful atmosphere for your attendees, produce the most solid contractual foundation for your organization, remove pain points you have experienced prior, and chart a path to be constantly Elevating the Event Experience for you. If you are ready to take event sourcing and contracting off your plate so you can focus on content, member experience, and other duties as assigned, let\'s connect and discuss all the benefits of adding a Global Meeting Broker to your team. https://elevatingtheeventexperience.com/

Experience

1. Vice President, Global Accounts

   HPN Global

   Feb 2016 — Present

Education

• Walt Disney World College Program

  "Duck"torate Degree, Resort Studies & Disney Guest Services

• Ball State University

  Bachelor of Arts, Geography, Travel & Tourism

  1988 — 1992

Skills

• Tourism
• Meeting Planning
• Hospitality
• Pre-Opening
• Catering
• Yield Management
• Resorts
• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality Industry
• Hospitality Management
• Hotel Management
• Banquets
• Revenue Analysis
• Trade Shows
• Convention Services