Jul 2024 – Feb 2026 · 1 yr 7 mos · New York, New York, United States · Remote

• In the role as Head of Partnerships at Reposite: Spearheaded strategic initiatives for Reposite drive impactful partnerships and vendor marketplace growth, Leveraging expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications like ChatGBT and Gemini to speak within the M&E industry representing Reposite + Cvent at various in-person events, panels and hosted webinars, Promoted from Mid-Market Account Executive to this Head of Partnerships role.

Jun 2023 – Jul 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo · New York, New York, United States · Remote

• Promoted from SMB to Mid-Market Accounts

Dec 2022 – Jun 2023 · 6 mos · New York, New York, United States · Remote

• A SaaS and tech-based marketplace connecting travel professionals to vetted suppliers, with productivity tools built-in to save you time and grow your business.
• If you are a travel professional or supplier, would love to chat: janal.kurincak@cvent.com

Sep 2021 – Nov 2022 · 1 yr 2 mos · Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

• A key player on the sales team, I introduced this hospitality tech startup and its tech-enabled suites to confirm nearly $1M in bookings for business travelers and groups into properties across the U.S. into major verticals including entertainment, technology, education, hospitality, non-profits, etc., Solely responsible for creating various partnerships and launching and building the Partner Network Initiative from the ground up to allow for additional revenue stream, Worked with marketing, operations, virtual reservations, employee engagement and leadership teams on various projects to grow the company and create happy clients, Responsible for attending various trade shows, creating sales budgets and expenses in line with company KPIs.

Feb 2021 – Jul 2021 · 5 mos · Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

• Introduced the AI SaaS platform and its capabilities to healthcare systems across the country. Successfully built relationships with important stakeholders at the C-Suite, VP and Director levels. Used various tools and strategies to book virtual meetings including ZoomInfo, Salesforce database, LinkedIn, Yesware email campaigns, cold calling and using my existing network. Confirmed 31 meetings with new business prospects in Q2 alone.

Aug 2018 – Jan 2021 · 2 yrs 5 mos · Charlotte, North Carolina Area

• Exceeded monthly goals by an average of 190% for the months of September - December 2019, Surpassed a $2.3+ million EOY goal in 2019 ending at 115% of the yearly target, Nominated for the “2019 Top Mid-Market Group Sales Manager” for the entire Omni Hotels portfolio across 60+ hotels, Growing the corporate, entertainment, sports and SMERF markets, including accounts like Bank of America and Wells Fargo, Helped train and direct a team of 9 Sales Managers, Sales Coordinators and Leaders in Development (LIDs), Assisted with social media for both the hotel and outdoor bar accounts

Jan 2017 – Aug 2018 · 1 yr 7 mos · Charlotte, North Carolina Area

• Part of the pre-opening executive team for the hotel, Implemented all sales and marketing procedures and regulations, Managed all sales. PR and marketing efforts, including launching the hotel website, Created and maintain all social sites and strategy for the property, Prospected, detailed and serviced all conferences, meetings, and social events alongside a sales coordinator I solely trained, Solicited for local and national corporate transient business, group, social and tour and travel markets, Collaborated with Director of Operations and outsourced revenue team to determine rates and budget, Represented the hotel in trade shows, client sites and networking events

Jun 2015 – Dec 2016 · 1 yr 6 mos · Greater New York City Area

• Representing two NYC properties - Millennium Broadway & Premier Hotels, Responsible for fielding inquiries for group bookings, contract negotiations, securing new clients and prospecting, Recognized Q4 of 2015 and Q1 of 2016 for sales team awards for outstanding performance Consistently met and exceeded a $1.6 million sales goal, tracking to surpass yearly goal by 225% by end of 2016, Appointed as Director of Marketing on the New York PCMA board

Oct 2013 – Apr 2015 · 1 yr 6 mos · Greater New York City Area

• Added several new clients and grew business for the company in NY Metro area, built relationships with key decision-makers in the real estate and insurance industries, Worked with the project management team to ensure customer satisfaction throughout every project, Member or chair of numerous networking associations which built a solid network, Assist marketing department in coming up with campaigns to target right prospects

Sep 2012 – Oct 2013 · 1 yr 1 mo · Clifton, NJ

• Responsible for leasing suites, completing move-in paperwork, and servicing guests throughout their stay, Participate in sales meetings and marketing programs, Managed the content for all social media platforms, Manage the monthly resident calendar, Plan the monthly resident social, Coordinate lunches, catered events, and other corporate sales activities, Maintain office systems and procedures to ensure smooth office operations

Aug 2011 – Aug 2012 · 1 yr · Clarksville, Tennessee Area

• Successfully aided local and national accounts grow their businesses through marketing on the radio, online, and with live broadcasted events, responsible for creating marketing campaigns from start to finish, helped promote radio station at local events

Apr 2011 – Aug 2012 · 1 yr 4 mos · Nashville, TN

• Assisted planners on day of event, Events include high-end birthday party and full-scale wedding, Observed and assisted through entire events from beginning to end

Jul 2010 – Nov 2010 · 4 mos · Richmond, Virginia Area

• Produced the seven o'clock evening news, Managed communications with many different departments in the newsroom, Gained experience in working under pressure and a deadline

May 2008 – Aug 2008 · 3 mos · Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

• Collaborated on stories with reporter by getting information and conducting interviews, Gained experience in logging and writing stories, Learned the laws and ethics of working with investigative pieces, Attended daily morning reporter meetings