This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and perks.
Lead World-Class Meetings, Conferences & Events at Mackinac Island’s Only Full-Service Resort
At Mission Point Resort, unforgettable meetings, conferences, and celebrations are central to our guest experience. We are seeking a strategic, service-driven Senior Conference Services Manager to lead the planning and execution of group events across our full-service, multi-outlet resort. This role blends leadership, operational excellence, and guest-focused hospitality to deliver seamless, high-impact events from start to finish.
About the Role: The Senior Conference Services Manager is the operational and strategic leader of the Conference Services department. You will oversee all group meetings, conferences, and social events from post-contract turnover through departure, ensuring flawless execution, strong financial performance, and exceptional guest satisfaction. As the primary liaison between Sales, Operations, Food & Beverage, and external partners, you will mentor a high-performing team while continuously elevating the resort’s event experience.
You’ll thrive in this role if you are highly organized, thrive in a fast-paced resort environment, and take pride in delivering polished, memorable events while leading and developing others.
What You’ll Do
Leadership & Team Development
Lead, train, schedule, and mentor Conference Services Managers, Coordinators, and Interns.
Establish departmental goals in partnership with senior leadership and hold the team accountable for results.
Foster a culture of service excellence, collaboration, and professional growth.
Provide coaching, feedback, and performance management as needed.
Event Planning & Execution
Oversee the end-to-end execution of meetings, conferences, and weddings.
Personally manage high-profile and high-revenue groups.
Assign events based on complexity, workload, and team expertise.
Ensure accuracy and clarity of Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), resumes, and event documentation.
Lead and participate in pre-convention, BEO, resume, cut-off, food & beverage, and post-event meetings.
Remain visible and available during events to support clients and resolve last-minute needs.
Financial & Revenue Management
Maximize group revenue through strategic planning, food & beverage upselling, and ancillary services.
Monitor room block pickup, cut-off dates, billing accuracy, and final payments.
Analyze catering and conference services performance to identify risks and opportunities.
Client & Vendor Relations
Partner with clients to design customized, high-quality event experiences.
Facilitate site inspections and resort tours.
Build and maintain relationships with external vendors and service partners.
Proactively gather guest feedback, resolve concerns, and encourage repeat business.
What We’re Looking For
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Conference Services, Catering, or Event Management within a full-service, upscale, high-volume resort or hotel environment.
Proven leadership experience managing teams in a fast-paced hospitality setting.
Education:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or a related field preferred.
Technical & Professional Skills:
Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills.
Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
Financial acumen with experience managing event revenue, billing, and budgets.
Proficiency with hospitality CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
Detail-oriented, adaptable, and solutions-focused.
Schedule & Location Requirements:
Full-time, year-round position with flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on event schedules.
Must be able to live and work on Mackinac Island.
What We Offer
We value the leaders who create exceptional guest experiences and support strong teams. Benefits include:
Competitive pay
Health insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match, including eligibility under SECURE Act 2.0 provisions
Housing and meals
Employee perks and resort discounts
Why Mission Point?
Mission Point Resort is more than a workplace—it’s a hospitality-driven community built on teamwork, respect, and service excellence. As Senior Conference Services Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping unforgettable events, leading talented professionals, and contributing directly to the resort’s continued success.
Lead the experience. Inspire the team. Create unforgettable events. Apply today to join the Mission Point Resort Conference Services leadership team.
Mission Point Resort, located on Mackinac Island, is an award-winning, best-in-class national bucket list destination. Open seasonally from late April through October, Mission Point is visited by thousands of guests each season, providing extraordinary Mackinac Island experiences to all who visit our hotel, shops, restaurants, activities and events.
If you are looking for a culture where you make a difference and are truly part of a successful team, then Mission Point is the place for you.
