Sarah Banks
About Sarah Banks
Sarah Banks is an Account Manager at Cision in Chicago, Illinois, with extensive experience in sales and management roles across various hospitality brands.
Current Role at Cision
Sarah Banks serves as an Account Manager at Cision in Chicago, Illinois, United States. In her role, she focuses on managing client accounts, ensuring communications strategies align with client expectations, and delivering measurable results. Her experience and expertise make her a valuable asset to the team at Cision.
Previous Experience at Hilton
Sarah Banks worked as a Complex Senior Sales Manager at Waldorf Astoria and Conrad Chicago from 2017 to 2020. During her three years there, she managed sales processes, developed strategies to increase revenue, and worked closely with clients to meet and surpass their needs. This role further honed her skills in client relations and contract negotiations.
Role at Conrad Chicago
Sarah Banks held the position of Pre-Opening/Group Sales Manager at Conrad Chicago from 2016 to 2017. In this capacity, she was responsible for coordinating pre-opening sales efforts and managing group sales. Her responsibilities included developing sales strategies, closing contracts, and ensuring that the new hotel opened successfully.
Sales Management at AC Hotels
From 2014 to 2016, Sarah Banks was the Group Sales Manager during the re-brand and renovation of AC Hotels in Chicago, Illinois. Her role involved spearheading sales efforts, managing client relations, and helping to establish the brand’s presence in the market. Her ability to deliver results during a period of transition was instrumental to the hotel's success.
Education and Early Career
Sarah Banks earned her Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from DePaul University. Her early career included roles at Radisson Blu, where she served as Sales Coordinator, Reservations Coordinator, and Front Desk Agent Pre-Opening. These roles allowed her to gain comprehensive experience in the hospitality industry, laying the foundation for her future career achievements.
Skills and Expertise
Sarah Banks has developed a unique blend of skills that include cost-benefit analysis, closing contracts, and providing solutions that deliver clear value. She is adept at identifying business opportunities, crafting strategies for brand growth, and utilizing solution sales techniques. Her ability to resolve issues proactively and design initiatives to enhance corporate presence further underscores her expertise.