Hospitality Leadership at ECU

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Let's do this!! . Congratulations to all of today's graduates!

🚨 Spotlight🚨

Emily Childs graduated from the School of Hospitality Leadership in 2011. She currently is working with Marriott International and has the role of destination sales executive. She states "I attribute my drive and my team mentality to the hospitality courses I took during my time at East Carolina University. My professors opened my eyes to their personal experiences within the hospitality industry, and I loved discovering all of the many paths I could take for my own journey." 💜💛

Click the link below to learn more about Emily!!➡️
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students collaborated with Awaken Coffee to plan and execute the "A Night at Awaken" gala fundraiser. The event celebrated Awakens first year and its mission of employing adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Students in event management classes researched venues, catering options, themes, and developed budgets. They faced challenges in finding a suitable venue and staying within budget for décor and food. The hands-on experience provided valuable personal growth and real-world application of classroom concepts. Overall, the collaboration was a success, benefiting both the students and the community!☕🤎

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https://news.ecu.edu/2024/04/23/gala-awakens-minds-of-hospitality-management-students/

Gala awakens minds of hospitality management students Hospitality management students gained real-world experience as they planned and executed the A Night at Awaken gala.

would like to wish you good luck on your final exams! We know its stressful but stay focused, stay determined, and remember to take breaks to rest your mind and recharge your energy. You've got this! Wishing you all the best of luck on your final exams. You've prepared diligently, and now it's time to shine brightly!📝😀

Updated Job Opportunity TITLE: Sales & Services Assistant
COMPANY: Visit Greenville, NC & Play Greenville, NC Sports
REPORTS TO: Vice President of Sales & Services
STATUS: Full Time, SALARY RANGE: $36,000 - $38,000
HOURS: Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm. Some evening/weekend work and travel required. JOB DESCRIPTION: We are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to join our team as an entry level Sales & Services Assistant. In this role, you will be responsible for working with sports groups, family reunions, and meeting and convention groups that have already been booked by our sales staff. You will be responsible for ensuring that these groups have a successful and enjoyable experience while in Greenville-Pitt County.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Assist with the planning and ex*****on of events for sports groups, family reunions, and
meeting and convention groups
● Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to ensure that all necessary equipment and supplies are available for events
● Provide excellent customer service to clients and guests
● Assist with administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and answering phones ● Attend meetings and training sessions as required
JOB SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:
● Excellent organizational and time management skills
● Strong attention to detail
● Ability to work independently and as part of a team
● Excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills, oral and written
● Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software
● Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
● Minimum Education of High School Diploma or equivalent
● 2-3 years of experience working in a customer service or sales capacity preferred
● Reliable
● Ability to build rapport with clients
● Position requires frequent bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods, with the ability to regularly lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
PERSONAL SKILLS:
● Positive attitude and willingness to learn ● Ability to work in a fast-paced environment ● Flexibility and adaptability
● Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities ● Professionalism and strong work ethic ● High emotional quotient (empathy)
● Adaptability and flexibility to work with diverse people ● Willing to go above and beyond to help under served communities
WORK LIFE DESCRIPTION:
The work life for an entry level Sales & Services Assistant at the Greenville-Pitt County Convention and Visitors Bureau (Visit Greenville, NC)/Greenville-Pitt County Sports Commission
(Play Greenville, NC Sports) would involve a lot of interaction with clients and customers. The employee would be responsible for providing excellent customer service to groups including,
but not limited to, sports groups, family reunions, and meeting and convention groups that have already been booked by sales staff. This would involve answering questions, providing information, and ensuring that all needs are met. The employee would also be responsible for assisting with the planning and ex*****on of events, including coordinating with vendors, setting up and tearing down equipment, and ensuring that everything runs smoothly. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Must have a valid North Carolina driver’s license, current automobile insurance, and own or have access to an automobile when needed. Some local travel, mostly within Greenville-Pitt County, is required, but not extensive. SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary compensation is based on a combination of experience and qualifications. Cell phone stipend provided. Travel outside of Pitt County with a personal vehicle will be reimbursed
mileage based on annual IRS standard gas mileage rates. A progressive and comprehensive benefits package is provided including 12 paid holidays per year, accrued vacation and sick time as well as one floating PTO day per year. In addition, employees are covered by various retirement, deferred compensation, health insurance, life insurance, and additional optional programs. The Greenville-Pitt County Sports Commission (Play Greenville, NC Sports also encourages and financially supports professional development opportunities for its employees. An Employee Tuition Assistance Program is also available based
on budget availability to applicable employees seeking qualified further education in a course of
study directly related to their current or future job within our organization. ABOUT THE GREENVILLE-PITT COUNTY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU & GREENVILLE-PITT COUNTY SPORTS COMMISSION: The mission of the Greenville-Pitt County Convention & Visitors Bureau (Visit Greenville, NC) is to foster an environment of superior travel and tourism experiences for all market segments
while generating significant economic impact for our destination and local hospitality related businesses. The Greenville-Pitt County Sport Commission (Play Greenville, NC Sports) is a dynamic
organization fueled by the dedication of our staff and the vibrancy of Greenville and Pitt County's sports tourism industry. Established partnerships with East Carolina University, the Greenville Recreation & Parks Department, and the Greenville Convention Center Campus allow us to host events at state-of-the-art D1 fields and facilities, utilize Greenville’s 25+ parks and recreation facilities, access 91,000 square feet of flexible indoor event space, and more. We strive to attract a diverse array of sports planners and tournament rights holders, with the goal of steadily growing our economic impact in Pitt County through sports tourism. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Greenville-Pitt County Convention & Visitors Bureau (Visit Greenville, NC)/Greenville-Pitt County Sports Commission (Play Greenville, NC Sports) is an equal opportunity employer. We do not regard race, color, religion, national origin, age, s*x, pregnancy, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, s*xual orientation or any protected class characteristic when seeking to hire. This practice, in addition to hiring, applies to our recruiting, training, transfers, promotions, job benefits, pay, dismissal practices, social and recreational activities, and any other term or condition of employment. The Greenville-Pitt County Convention & Visitors Bureau (Visit Greenville, NC)/Greenville-Pitt County Sports Commission (Play Greenville, NC Sports) strives to be an inclusive and equitable organization. We are actively seeking a diverse pool of candidates from a variety of abilities, backgrounds, and cultures for consideration for this position. HOW TO APPLY: Please send a resume and an optional cover letter to Rachel Whitten, Vice President of Sales & Services at [email protected] by 5pm on Monday, May 20, 2024 for consideration. A background check and negative drug test will be required before starting employment. https://www.visitgreenvillenc.com/about-us/jobs/

Happy Earth Day!

Job Opportunity with Visit Greenville
Job Title: Entry Level Sales and Services Assistant
Company: Visit Greenville, NC & Play Greenville, NC Sports
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to join our team as an entry level sales
and services assistant. In this role, you will be responsible for working with sports groups, family
reunions, and meeting and convention groups that have already been booked by our sales staff. You
will be responsible for ensuring that these groups have a successful and enjoyable experience while
in our city.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the planning and ex*****on of events for sports groups, family reunions, and meeting and
convention groups
- Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to ensure that all necessary equipment and supplies are
available for events
- Provide excellent customer service to clients and guests
- Assist with administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and answering phones
- Attend meetings and training sessions as required
Job Skills and Requirements:
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills, oral and written
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software
- Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
-Minimum Education of High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2-3 years of experience working in a customer service or sales capacity preferred
- Reliable
- Ability to build rapport with clients
- Position requires frequent bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods, with the ability to
regularly lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Personal Skills:
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities
- Professionalism and strong work ethic
- High emotional quotient (empathy)
- Adaptability and flexibility to work with diverse people
- Willing to go above and beyond to help underserved communities
Work Life Description:
The work life for an entry level sales and services assistant at The Greenville-Pitt County Convention
and Visitors Bureau would involve a lot of interaction with clients and customers. The employee would
be responsible for providing excellent customer service to groups including, but not limited to, sports
groups, family reunions, and meeting and convention groups that have already been booked by sales
staff. This would involve answering questions, providing information, and ensuring that all needs are
met. The employee would also be responsible for assisting with the planning and ex*****on of events,
including coordinating with vendors, setting up and tearing down equipment, and ensuring that
everything runs smoothly.

would like to thank everyone for their support during the Food and Wine Festival. We are excited to continue and watch the festival grow next year. We can not wait to see all of you again!🍇🍷

A special thank you to all of our faculty and staff who worked diligently to help have a successful admitted students day! We cannot wait to welcome new on campus in the Fall!!💜💛

Spotlight!!👩‍🎓

We are proud to call Maddy Mize a ! After graduating, Maddy began working at The Umstead Hotel and Spa where she is now the group sales manager!!💜💛

Click the link below to learn more about Maddy!!➡️
https://business.ecu.edu/news/2024/03/04/shl-alumna-spotlight-maddy-mize/

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welcomes the ECU Community School!!💜💛

During their visit, 1st and 5th grade students from the ECU Community School learned about making menus and controlling costs in a restaurant! All students enjoyed some fresh made pizza with Chef Michael Fazzini and Student Chef Avery Thomas!! 👨‍🍳

🌴 Alumni Spotlight🌴

"During my time as a School of Hospitality Leadership student, I gained the experience to grow as a professional and work toward the goals I set for myself. I have loved working in restaurants since I was young, and graduating from ECU’s SHL program put me into a position of leadership for which I am forever grateful." - SHL Alumni Andrew Kensey💜

Click the link in below to hear his story!!➡️
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Learn about Hospitality Entrepreneurism with Dr. Robert O'Halloran!🏨

Learn how entrepreneurship and hospitality tie into each other in Dr. O'Halloran's exciting article that is posted on Hotel Executive. The article focuses on hospitality and tourism entrepreneurism featuring ideas, and skill sets.🧑‍💼🌎

Click the link below to read more!!➡️
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👩‍🎓Senior Spotlight👩‍🎓

Senior, Janelle Schwartz, has been an amazing student who has been very involved within our program. She worked at Coral Bay Club as a Special Events Intern over the past summer and she is a proud member of our hospitality honors society (Eta Sigma Delta) and has helped coordinate two SHL food and wine festivals and has also volunteered for the CMAA leadership panel while also helping with other SHL events. 💜💛

"My time during the School of Hospitality Leadership program has been a great experience. I am excited to continue growing and learning beyond graduation as I will be working in the wedding industry as an Assistant Wedding Coordinator in the Raleigh area. I want to express my gratitude towards my hardworking professors for putting in the time to see my potential and help me grow in the hospitality industry." - Janelle Schwartz 24'👰🤵

🚨Attention All Students🚨

would like to invite all ECU students and students to attend the Waffles & Wisdom event! The event will take place after the All SHL meeting. The location and time for the event is April 4th at 5:30 pm and is located in the Golden Corral Culinary Center (Rivers 151).🧇🍳

We hope to see you all there!👀

that will be attending and have a booth at the National Restaurant Association Show!? 🧑‍🍳

We are so excited to have to opportunity to have representation of our school at the largest convention in hospitality!! Faculty, staff, alumni, and students, make sure to get your tickets today and come see us in Chicago!! 💜💛

https://registration.nationalrestaurantshow.com/ShowNRA241/flow/att?_gl=1*1y3kljr*_ga*MzA1NTY4MTE4LjE3MTE2Mzk3Mjg.*_ga_6XM43FTVR2*MTcxMTYzOTcyOC4xLjEuMTcxMTY2NjMwMy4wLjAuMA..&_ga=2.233487518.1657678728.1711639728-305568118.1711639728 #!/registrant//Member/

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR!!📅

We will see you TOMORROW in Rivers 105A for a night of leadership and networking with and ECU College of Business!! Come ready in business casual and show off what it means to be a !!💜💛

🚨Food & Wine Festival Sponsor Spotlight🚨

🥂🍰 Raising a glass to Mickey's Pastry Shop, our esteemed sponsor, for sweetening the pot at our upcoming Food & Wine Festival! Since 1946, Mickey’s has been a staple in the community, baking moments into memories. Your generous support is the icing on the cake of our event, helping us blend tradition with taste seamlessly. Let's celebrate the art of food, wine, and community spirit, all made richer by your contribution. Thank you, Mickey’s, for being part of our festival! 🍷✨

👩‍🎓Senior Spotlight👩‍🎓

Madison Pearson has been nothing shy of an outstanding student! While in our program, she has worked in the events industry, completing an internship with Wedding Planning NC. Outside of the classroom, she is a College of Business Peer Mentor, Director of Events for the Hospitality Management Honor Society (Eta Sigma Delta), and participates in the student outreach panels and tabling events for the College of Business and School of Hospitality Leadership. We wish you the best as we look towards graduation in May!! 💼🎉

“I started my time at ECU in the spring of 2021 and joined in the summer of 2022. ECU and SHL have prepared me to be successful post-graduation and because of my confidence in the SHL program, I know that I have every opportunity available when I graduate in May. ”- Madison Pearson 24'💜💛

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Meet this week's , major, 's Avery Thomas! 👋

Avery was an intern with Parks Hospitality Group!

We asked him to tell us what he learned about himself through this internship and this is what he said! ☠️⤵️

"Through my internship, I discovered my ability to thrive in a dynamic sales environment by taking initiative, managing time effectively, and adapting to rapid changes, showcasing my strengths in organization, adaptability, and interpersonal skills." 🤝

Want to be featured as ? Email Melissa Parks ⏩️ [email protected]

🍇Meet the Vintner🍷

Empire Distributors has evolved from a small venture into a leading distributor in the southeastern United States. George Asby, District Sales Manager for Empire Distributors, has worked with SHL for the past two years providing wines for the Food and Wine Festival. This year Mr. Asby is providing a special selection of French, Spanish and American wines for event!

Join us on March 22nd at 6:30 pm to taste outstanding wines brought to you by Empire Distributors. Make sure to buy your tickets to the Food and Wine Festival today!!🥂

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💜Welcome back 💜

Happy hump day!🐪 As we look back on spring break, would like to thank Meredith Poteat and Rachel Stivaletti of the New York Athletic Club for showing what it means to be a pirate and hosting ECU College of Business students with hospitality!!✈️🏙

👩‍🎓Senior Spotlight👩‍🎓

Delaney House decided to pursue a hospitality degree because of her love of serving others. Since joining , Delaney has worked with Chick-fil-A, full-time, alongside being a member of the Eta Sigma Delta hospitality honor society and the ECU Homecoming Committee. Delaney's hard work does not go unnoticed as she is a 2-time CFA Leadership Scholarship recipient and a 3-time Dick Lipella Scholarship Recipient. 🐄📜

“Over the past 4 years, I have met so many lifelong friends and had the best professors I could have asked for. I’m so excited for wherever the future takes me and I will be forever grateful for the SHL program for shaping me into the employee, mentor, and person I am today!!”- Delaney House 24'💜💛

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🍇Meet the Vintner 🍷
Travis Todd, who attended ECU on a swimming scholarship, and Chris Andrew are the two-person team behind a winery called "de la boue" out of Willamette Valley, Oregon. Travis started his hospitality career at the prestigious Yellowstone Club in Big Sky, Montana. Here is where he developed his passion for crafting wines. He is now the head winemaker and started his passion project, de la boue, located in Oregon.

Join us on March 22nd at 6:30 pm to taste several outstanding wines, including wines of nuance, character, and depth crafted by de la boue. Make sure to buy your ticket to the Food and Wine Festival today!! 🌲🥂

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Click the link below to buy your tickets today!! ➡️
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👩‍🎓Senior Spotlight🎉

's very own Noelle Edwards has been an outstanding student during her time in our program. Not only has she been a TA for multiple hospitality classes, but she has also been a ECU College of Business peer mentor and completed an internship at Pinehurst and The Breakers in Palm Beach, FL!!🏌️‍♀️🌊

"My time during the hospitality program has been nothing short of rewarding. Post -graduation, I’m am excited to continue learning and growing in my career as I will be moving to Durham to complete the voyager program with Marriott as a MSB operational manager." - Noelle Edwards 24'💜💛

🚨Guest Speaker Spotlight🚨

Thank you to Alumni Brandon Qualls for recently being a guest speaker for some of our courses. Brandon Qualls is a chef and is the owner of Ford + Shep and Amante Tacos and Spirits. We can't wait to have him back in the future to inspire more of our students! 👨‍🍳 🍽️

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