Sarah Bahreini
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Results-driven sales and account management professional with 7 years of experience building client relationships, driving revenue growth, and delivering high-impact business solutions across diverse industries. Recently transitioned into the event and hospitality sector, bringing a strategic, client-focused approach to group sales and event management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager, Groups & Events
Hilton Hotels
Toronto, ON
03.2025 - Current
- Planned and executed group bookings and events for Rare Beauty, Wealthsimple, Galderma, Fox Sports, Glory Media, 1 Milk 2 Sugars PR and People magazine.
- Lead sales efforts for group bookings and private events.managing client relationships from initial inquiry through execution, ensuring high guest satisfaction and repeat business.
- Consistently exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets by leveraging strategic outreach, proactive lead generation, and effective client follow-up.
- Collaborate closely with operations, culinary, and marketing teams to curate bespoke event experiences tailored to corporate, social, and VIP clientele.
- Utilize CRM tools such as Delphi to track pipeline, forecast sales, and generate weekly performance reports for senior leadership.
- Spearhead on-site client walkthroughs and BEO (Banquet Event Order) creation to ensure seamless communication between sales and operations.
Senior Account Manager & Business Development
Dayuse
08.2023 - 02.2025
- Day-to-day management of a portfolio of 367 hotels in New York & Canada
- Presenting our hotel partners (IHG, Hilton, Highgate, Sonesta, Accor, Marriott, Best Western, Choice & independent brands) with opportunities that will help improve business by increasing total monthly turnover: negotiation of better offers, rates, time slots, and allocations
- Creating and analyzing of Business Reviews (KPIs) for each hotel
- On-boarded 43 new hotels by cold prospection & referrals
- Spearhead creative business development initiatives. Identify market trends and leverage insights to expand Dayuse's presence in North America.
Senior Account Manager
Global Payments
Toronto, ON
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed the Desjardins portfolio & Canadian charity portfolio, driving revenue growth and fostering long-term client relationships.
- Cross Sold/Up Sold payments processing terminals & e-commerce.
- Managed re-pricing of merchants.
- Promoted and sold additional services offered by Global Payments and Existing Partners
- Attended client Charity events to represent Global Payments.
Luxury Hotel & Villa Concierge
Rental Escapes
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed a portfolio of Villas in St Martin & Jamaica.
- Curated experiences for luxury villa guests, elevating satisfaction rates and fostering lasting client relationships.
- Streamlined concierge processes, reducing response times and enhancing overall service efficiency for high-end clientele.
- Partnered with local vendors to create unique, tailored experiences such as yacht charters, private jets, event planning & any personal touches.
- Managed complex itineraries and last-minute requests, ensuring flawless execution of luxury travel arrangements.
Business Development Manager & Sales
Southwood Financial
Toronto, ON
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Facilitated and managed business plan development based on market and industry research.
- Generated leads and capitalized on valuable business opportunities to bring in new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.
- Collaborated with other corporate departments & partners to develop effective business strategies.
- Captured new customers by optimizing business strategies and launching products to diversify offerings.
- Prepared proposals, negotiated contracts and connected with clients to drive consistent sales.
Inside Sales Manager
Southwood Financial
Toronto, ON
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Lead inside sales meetings to outline daily & weekly goals and marketing campaigns.
- Monitored employee productivity and motivated team to meet daily goals.
- Managed team of 10 sales specialists that contacted partners through phone calls, emails, mailings, faxes and seminars to communicate company initiatives.
- Communicated with repeat customers to build long-term relationships.
- Mentored and internally promoted successful company sales and account management staff into leadership positions to drive company growth.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce -
McGill University
MONTREAL, QCSkills
- Client Relationship Management
- Strategic Sales & Prospecting
- Event Planning & Execution
- Contract Negotiation
- Personable & Approachable
- Resilient
Languages
Fluent in English & French.
Timeline
Sales Manager, Groups & Events
Hilton Hotels
03.2025 - Current
Senior Account Manager & Business Development
Dayuse
08.2023 - 02.2025
Senior Account Manager
Global Payments
03.2022 - 07.2023
Luxury Hotel & Villa Concierge
Rental Escapes
08.2021 - 02.2022
Business Development Manager & Sales
Southwood Financial
06.2019 - 06.2020
Inside Sales Manager
Southwood Financial
09.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Commerce -
McGill University