Lauren Hunter
About Lauren Hunter
Lauren Hunter is the Membership Director at Inspirato, where she has worked since 2021. She specializes in developing Salesforce CRM systems for the luxury travel and hospitality industries and has extensive experience in sales management and client engagement strategies.
Work at Inspirato
Lauren Hunter serves as the Membership Director at Inspirato, a role she has held since 2021. Based in Denver, Colorado, she focuses on enhancing membership experiences within the luxury travel sector. Her responsibilities include developing strategies to improve client engagement and retention, leveraging her expertise in Salesforce CRM systems tailored for the hospitality industry.
Education and Expertise
Lauren Hunter earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Marketing from the University of Northern Colorado, where she studied from 2000 to 2004. Her educational background supports her expertise in consultative and value-based positioning, particularly in the luxury travel sector. She has developed specialized knowledge in Salesforce CRM systems, enhancing operational efficiency in the travel and hospitality industries.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Inspirato, Lauren held several positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Sales Manager at Submittable from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, she was the National Sales Manager at Choice Screening from 2013 to 2019, where she also served as Director of Business Development & Partnership Sales for 10 months in 2019. These roles provided her with a strong foundation in sales management and client relationship strategies.
Sales and Training Expertise
Lauren Hunter has extensive experience in sales management, focusing on enhancing sales processes and client engagement strategies. She provides staff training, coaching, and mentorship to improve team performance. Her strong background in profit margin management and contract negotiation has been particularly beneficial in the travel and hospitality sectors, where she specializes in connecting affluent travelers with exclusive destinations.
Skills in Client Acquisition and Retention
Lauren specializes in consultative and value-based positioning to improve client acquisition and retention in the luxury travel sector. She possesses advanced C-level presentation skills, enabling her to effectively communicate with high-net-worth individuals and connect them with exclusive luxury travel opportunities.