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Group Sales Associate: The New York Racing Association

Job Category: Hospitality & Travel

Exciting Opportunity to Join NYRA's Group Sales Department! Founded in 1955, and franchised to run thoroughbred racing at New York s three major tracks through 2033, NYRA boasts a lineage that actually stretches back almost 150 years.

NYRA tracks are the cornerstone of the states thoroughbred business which contributes more than $2 billion annually to New York State s urban, suburban and rural economy.

In 2009, more tha

1. 6 million people attended the live races at NYRA tracks.

Factoring nationwide off-track wagering, the average daily betting handle on NYRA races alone totals more than $9.

3 million every race day. NYRA has a vast network of websites, including www.nyra.com, www.belmontstakes.

com, and www.nyragroupsales.com. Position Summary: Promote the sale of NYRA event facilities to increase group sales revenue, which involves contacting targeted companies to solicit business, responding to incoming calls for information on NYRA event facilities, escorting potential clients on tours of the facilities; discussing options for facilities, food service, entertainment, and amenities with the client, offering suggestions to improve the event, and arranging for the event to take place.

Position Responsibilities: Send brochures to targeted companies Call potential clients by phone to solicit their business Attend networking events to develop new clients Maintain a contact database of potential clients Explain the terms of the NYRA event contract to the client Close the sale and print event tickets for the client Oversee and coordinate all activities on the day of event to ensure its success and ensure client expectations are met Trouble shoot any problems and submit final bill to the client Qualifications: Bachelors degree or equivalent.

2 3 years of sales experience.

Excellent communication skills and work ethic.

NYRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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