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Sandra Ko

@sandrako

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I drive event technology sales and client relationships from proposal through execution.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking for a role where I can grow revenue, manage client relationships, coordinate complex events or projects, and partner across teams to deliver strong client outcomes.

At Encore at Hilton San Diego Bayfront, I generated $3M in event technology sales through prospecting, lead follow-up, and custom proposals.

I managed corporate and social client accounts from the first conversation through event completion, building repeat business and upgrades. I also maintained Salesforce pipeline accuracy, forecasts, and reporting against revenue goals.

Across Encore, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, and Artistic Florals, I've coordinated complex events, client contracts, vendor arrangements, budgets, timelines, and logistics. I managed a 30-affiliate program with concurrent meetings and supported more than 50 hotel and venue accounts.

My eight years of U.S. Marine Corps leadership shaped how I lead teams, manage accountability, and perform in high-pressure operations. I bring a Hospitality & Tourism Management background focused on meetings and events.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Sales Manager

Encore

Sep 2024 - Feb 2026 (1 year 5 months)

Generated $3M in event technology sales by prospecting new business, following up on leads, and writing custom proposals. Managed a book of corporate and social client accounts as their primary point of contact from first conversation through event completion.

Sales Account Management Proposals Salesforce Pipeline Management Forecasting Event Technology

Human Resources Intern

Hyatt Regency Mission Bay

Apr 2024 - Sep 2024 (5 months)

Supported recruitment, onboarding, training coordination, and HR administration. Planned and executed employee engagement and appreciation events.

Recruitment Onboarding training coordination HR Administration Event Planning

Event Coordinator

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment

Aug 2023 - Feb 2024 (6 months)

Planned and coordinated events end to end, managing budgets, timelines, and vendor arrangements. Kept clients, vendors, and internal teams aligned through proactive written and verbal communication.

Event Planning Budget Management Vendor Management Communication Skills

Logistics Coordinator

Artistic Florals

Nov 2021 - Jul 2023 (1 year 8 months)

Managed client contracts, orders, and scheduling for 50+ hotel and venue accounts. Coordinated delivery and event logistics, and trained and supervised a 10-person team.

Logistics Contract Management Scheduling Team Leadership

Sergeant, Combat Engineer

United States Marine Corps

Aug 2012 - Apr 2020 (7 years 8 months)

Led, trained, and mentored teams in high-pressure, mission-critical operations. Managed equipment, supplies, and logistics with strict accountability and documentation.

Leadership Training Mentorship Logistics Equipment Management