ESN Event Strategist - Independent Contractor

Where Human Connection Fuels Possibility ​

At Maritz, decades of innovation and perseverance have built more than just a strong reputation — they’ve shaped a culture where human connection and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. ​

Joining Maritz means becoming part of a workplace grounded in a critical truth; people and their potential is our greatest resource.

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Maritz helps companies achieve their business goals by inspiring people to perform their best. We design experiences, incentives, and recognition programs that spark action and deliver measurable impact.​

And we’ve brought this human-first design inward – intentionally building teams that care for each other and collaborate powerfully. In our most recent employee survey, nearly 90% of respondents said that their managers care about their concerns and 82% said they feel genuinely appreciated. We know that when employees feel seen, supported, and celebrated for who they are, they thrive and so does our business. ​

That’s why we’ve created a flexible, environment that empowers you to do your best work without sacrificing what matters most to you. In fact, in that same survey, nearly 90% of respondents said they have the flexibility they need to balance work and personal life and nearly 80% said Maritz does a great job prioritizing employee well being.​

We have a passion for excellence and genuine care for the people making it possible.

First … what is it? The ESN is a team of entrepreneurially focused sales and account managers supporting the Maritz brand with sourcing and other event services. These independent event strategists, located throughout the 50 U.S. states and District of Columbia, design and implement meeting and incentive solutions for our customers across industries in key markets around the world.

The following states/territories/countries are excluded for residence: California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Puerto Rico, and any countries outside of the US.

We offer a business opportunity for experienced hospitality sales and meeting-planning professionals seeking the independence and rewards of running your own business, while at the same time offering innovative solutions for your customers. You succeed by tapping into the rich resources of our organization. Discovering what works, what differentiates, and what does not work is essential to accelerating your personal objectives. Every step of the way, you have someone ready to respond and help you stay on track, while also giving you the independence you desire.

Sure, you need compelling products and services, but how can you succeed without tools and resources that truly set you apart?  A quick glance at our https://maritz.com/solutions/business-events/ website will show you that we have solutions for almost anyone who conducts meetings with 10 or more people. What differentiates you from day one? You work for yourself, but to achieve financial success you need to sell and retain your accounts.  Traditional tasks include:

• New account identification, development, and solicitation.

• Initiation, compilation, and presentation of site selection recommendations to prospective clients.

• Sales proposal development, presentation, and client negotiations.

• Initiation and negotiation of applicable hotel and meeting facility contracts.

• Account management and administration.

This is a commission based, independent contractor opportunity!

Top 3 Reasons to Join the ESN Team at Maritz

Realize your dream of work/life balance and achieve your financial goals.

• Be your own boss … Control your own destiny!

• Foundation of success with a network that has been in place close to 25 years.

• Uncapped potential to earn.

• Regular reporting support on individual metrics.

• Bi-weekly individual commission payments.

Truly differentiate yourself from the competition.

• Align yourself with the preeminent full-service events leader in the industry.

• Increase your effectiveness with proprietary benchmarking tools for effective sourcing, personalized sales materials, and CRM analytics.

• Open doors to expanded services as the opportunity arises.

Power at your fingertips.

• 9.7K Events Contracted

• 4.5M+ Room Nights

• $1B+ Room Spend

• 2K+ Clients

What do I need to do to be considered?

• Step one, apply!

• Have a minimum of five years of experience in sales, preferably within the hospitality business. Seasoned and successful sales professionals in other industries are also encouraged to apply.

• Proof of LLC or Business License. Experience in hotel buying, as well as strong knowledge of program/event budget maintenance preferred.

• Knowledge of travel supplier operations, overall capabilities/range of services preferred.

• Sales pipeline with detailed list of prospects to be added to the company CRM upon joining the ESN preferred.

• Proven negotiation skills and prior successful experience in developing and maintaining key client and supplier relationships.

• Knowledge of U.S. domestic and/or international hotels and destinations preferred.

Our most successful Event Strategists commit to their business completely. However, we respect your independent opportunity and do allow you to pursue other interests. Our only exclusion is to not represent any organizations that provide competing solutions.

Want to learn more?

Gary Schirmacher, CMP

Senior Consultant, Talent Acquisition

[email protected]

DISCLAIMER: This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

Maritz offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, paid parental leave, 401k, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, year end holiday closure, and more!

View all details at: www.MaritzBenefits.com

Maritz will only employ applicants who have authorization to work permanently in the U.S. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Those who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire. No calls or agencies please.

Maritz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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