Michelle Putnam
About Michelle Putnam
Michelle Putnam is a Senior Sales Executive with extensive experience in the hospitality industry, having worked in various sales and management roles across multiple prestigious hotels and resorts. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management from Penn State University.
Current Role at Cvent
Michelle Putnam serves as a Senior Sales Executive at Cvent, a position she has held since 2023. Her role is based in Tysons Corner, Virginia, and operates in a hybrid work environment. In this capacity, she focuses on driving sales and fostering client relationships within the event management software industry.
Previous Experience in Hospitality Sales
Prior to her current role, Michelle Putnam held various positions in the hospitality sector. She worked as a Task Force Group Sales Manager at Lake Nona Wave Hotel for two months in 2023. Her experience also includes serving as the Director of National Accounts - Mid Atlantic at La Quinta Resort & Club from 2016 to 2019, and as Manager of Global Accounts at HelmsBriscoe from 2019 to 2021.
Educational Background
Michelle Putnam completed her high school education at Pocono Mountain High School, where she achieved honors in General Studies from 1995 to 1997. She then attended Penn State University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management from 1997 to 2001.
Career Progression in Hospitality
Michelle's career in hospitality began at The Breakers Palm Beach, where she worked as a Conference Coordinator and Catering Administrative Assistant from 2001 to 2002. She then transitioned to The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. as a Sales Manager in Catering from 2004 to 2007, followed by a role as a Market Research Analyst/Executive Administrative Assistant at The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach from 2002 to 2004.
Sales Management Experience
In addition to her roles in sales and account management, Michelle Putnam has extensive experience in group sales. She served as a Group Sales Manager at Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa from 2008 to 2011, where she managed sales initiatives and client relationships in the Greater Palm Springs Area.