Account Executive – Travel

Recruiting Partner: Anita Moren

Scottsdale, Arizona | Sales | Hybrid | $75,000 to $80,000 | Job ID: 182513

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We are seeking a results-driven Account Executive to join an established company in luxury corporate meetings, incentive travel, and special events. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive revenue growth through new business development and strategic client relationship management in a dynamic and expanding industry.

Account Executive Benefits & Compensation

  • Base salary of $75,000–$80,000 plus bonus
  • Opportunity to work with diverse, high-profile corporate clients
  • Significant travel to industry events and client meetings
  • Collaborative, supportive work environment with growth potential

Account Executive Requirements & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, hospitality, communications, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 3–5 years of experience in business development, outside sales, account management, or related client-facing roles
  • Proven success in generating new business, acquiring clients, and meeting sales and revenue targets
  • Experience managing complex sales cycles, client proposals, and negotiations
  • Strong relationship-building skills with senior-level decision-makers
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities independently
  • Willingness and ability to travel regularly

Account Executive Preferred Background & Skills

  • Experience in corporate event planning, incentive travel, meetings and hospitality industries
  • Established network within corporate meeting planning, procurement, or incentive travel fields
  • Track record of selling customized, high-value services with multiple stakeholders
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with event operations and program management teams
  • Experience in hotel sourcing and contract negotiations

Account Executive Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities to grow the client base and revenue
  • Develop and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with existing clients to expand accounts
  • Lead the full sales process from prospecting and discovery to proposal, negotiation, and contract execution
  • Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure client expectations are met and exceeded
  • Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to identify new market opportunities
  • Represent the company at networking events, conferences, and client meetings

This role is ideal for a proactive relationship builder and strategic sales professional ready to make a meaningful impact in the corporate events and travel industry.

 

JOB ID: 182513

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