CHRISTOPHER R. BENNER

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Burke, VA 22015

Mobile 703-***-****

E-Mail Address ad3nmq@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE: To obtain a changeling and rewarding position within an association, corporation, or government agency that would be beneficial to both parties creating a positive working environment.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:

Capitol Skyline Hotel / Washington, DC

General Manager

3/20 to 2/24

Negotiated / secured and oversaw two major contract with DOH / First contract: Quarantine and housing leasing the entire hotel for individuals testing positive during the COVID pandemic 4/20/20 to 4/18/21.

Second contract: Supplemental Housing PEP-V program for individuals qualified for affordable housing loans from the DC government 4/19/21 to 1/1/24.

Total gross revenue for both contracts $35,657,131.

Capitol Skyline Hotel / Washington, DC

Director of Sales and Marketing

10/07 to 3/20

Director of Sales Marketing, for the Capitol Skyline Hotel--a full service 203-guestroom property, with 5,000 square feet of meeting facilities, overseeing a staff of five employees. Responsible for booking Government, Corporate SMERF Association and City Wide convention blocks. Handled all meeting and F&B needs preparing BEO’s during an eight month period while the hotel was without a Catering sales Manager. Produced weekly sales, reports in monthly highlights, meeting monthly sales goals. In a slow economy Generated over 1.8million on average in sales revenue Conducted outside sales calls and developed marketing programs to generate business during slow periods.

Bold New World Inc. / Washington, DC

Client Relations Manager 4/07 to 8/07

In contractor position based in Washington, DC with a political knowledge and experience and advanced understanding of Web sites and the Internet. Responsible for overseeing and coordinating designated clients, ensuring that the client’s expectations and results are met with the utmost quality and professionalism. Clients included SPCA International, The American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial, Republican and Democratic Presidential Candidates for an interactive real time town hall debate web site.

Arlington Residence Court Hotel / Arlington, VA

Assistant Director of Sales 8/05 to 3/07

Assistant Director of Sales for the Arlington Residence Court Hotel-- A full service 394-guestroom property with 15,000 square feet of meeting space. Responsible for Government, Corporate and Association accounts. Assisted in monthly highlights, meeting monthly sales goals. Generated a million dollars in sales revenue with in my first 120 days. Developed marketing programs to generate business during slow periods. The hotel closed on December 31, 2005 for a 17 million-dollar renovation with an anticipated reopening date of January 2, 2007 as the Arlington Residence Court Hotel, with 187 suites with full kitchens and 4,000 square feet of meeting space. While closed have generated over a quarter of a million dollars in future sales revenue in extended stays for re-opening January 2007.

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Washington Plaza Hotel / Washington, DC

Assistant Director of Sales 6/04 to 8/05

Assistant Director of Sales for the Washington Plaza Hotel--a full service 340-guestroom convention property, with 12,000 square feet of meeting facilities, overseeing a staff of five employees. Responsible for booking Government, Corporate and Association accounts. Produced weekly itineraries, assisted in monthly highlights, meeting monthly sales goals. Generated a half a million in sales revenue with in my first 90 days. Conducted outside sales calls and developed marketing programs to generate business during slow periods.

Grand Hyatt Washington / Washington, DC

Senor Sales Manager 9/03 to 6/04

Sales Manager for the Grand Hyatt Washington--a full service 900-guestroom convention property, with 40,000 square feet of meeting facilities. Responsible for Corporate and Association clients from Hyatt’s National Sales Office with room blocks of 100 room nights or larger on peak night for the Mid-West, South East and West Coast.

Club Quarters Washington / Washington, DC

Director of Membership 11/00 to 08/03

Director of Memberships for Club Quarters Washington--a full service 161-room boutique style property. Maintained existing client base of over 250 corporate, government and association members. Secured 43 new members requiring a $3,500 deposit and a minimum annual room night commitment of at least 200 room nights-one government account committed 5000 room nights annually. Monitored members room night usage on monthly basis and produced monthly membership reports.

Potomac Hospitality Services, Washington, DC 12/94 to 11/00

The Virginian Suites, Potomac Hospitality Services / Arlington, VA

Director of Sales and Marketing 04/96 to 11/00

Director of Sales and Marketing, manage hotel sales and reservations of 262- room property with a staff of three employees. Produced and approved weekly itineraries, monthly highlights, monthly sales goals and yearly sales and marketing plan for owners and Management Company. Maintained relationship with clients/firms, which have daily monthly and yearly lease arrangements with the property. Also assist in the development of the owners meeting monthly report for the property, and helped to develop more transit business through sales calls and weekly blitzes.

Received Potomac Hospitality Services 1996 Director of Sales of the year.

The Governors House, Potomac Hospitality Services / Washington, DC

Assistant Director of Sales and Marketing 12/95 to 04/96

Assisted Director of Sales and Marketing and reservations for a 152-room property with a staff of four employees. Produced weekly itineraries, assisted in monthly highlights, meeting monthly sales goals. Maintained corporate, government and association accounts. Conducted outside sales blitzes and developed marketing programs to generate business during slow periods.

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The Governors House, Potomac Hospitality Services / Washington, DC

Sales Manager 12/94 to 12/95

Sales Manager for a 152-room property. Maintained corporate, government and association accounts. Conducted outside sales blitzes and developed marketing programs to generate business during slow periods. Delivered sales of over $2.2 million. Received Potomac Hospitality Services 1995 Sales Manager of the year.

The Arbitron Company / Fairfax, VA

Senior Meter Clerk 08/89 to 12/94

Senior Meter Clerk responsible for seven electronic technicians, maintenance and upkeep of television ratings equipment for the Washington, DC market. Meeting a daily completion goal of 90% or greater.

Science Application International Corporation (SAIC) / Virginia Beach, VA

Inventory Specialist 05/86 to 08/89

Inventory Specialist responsible for installation and troubleshooting of the Local Asset Management System (LAMS) Bar Code IMRL Inventory System for the

United States Navy CONNAVAIRLANT at nine military stations around the world. HELD TOP SECRET CLEARANCE.

United States Navy: Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana / Virginia Beach, VA

Aviation Maintenance Petty Officer, 2nd Class 08/79 to 05/86

Qualified in all phases of aircraft maintenance. Including engine operations, fuel systems, throttle systems, hydraulics, electrical systems, general corrosion and preventive maintenance. Stationed at Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana, Virginia Beach, VA and USS John F. Kennedy CV-67. HELD TOP SECRET CLEARANCE.

Line Trouble Shooter: Authorized aircraft as being safe for flight; performed preflight and post flight inspections of vital areas, assisted in training of prospective plane captains.

Collateral Duty Inspector: Inspected all phases of maintenance within work center.

Third Shift Supervisor: Supervised nine personal, responsible for 36 F-14 aircraft with 72 TF30P414 after-burner engines, as well as throttle and fuel systems.

Training Supervisor: Responsible for training new personal coming from school before reporting to the Fleet, O.J.T. (On the Job Training).

AWARDS: 1996 Potomac Hotel Group Director of Sales & Marketing of the Year; 1995 Potomac Hotel Group Sales Manager of the year; Good Conduct Award “Medal” Meritorious Achievement; Battle Efficiency Award; Meritorious United Commendation; Navy Expeditionary “Medal” Aviation Warfare Specialist “Wings” Sea Service Ribbon; Citation for Mishap Free Aircraft Operations 198*-****-****; Eight Letters of Appreciation Average performance Evaluation of 4.0.

REFERENCES: Available upon request.

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