Business Development Representative – Hospitality

ArcoVexa Hospitality Partners; New Orleans (LA); Remote; USD 30,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

ArcoVexa Hospitality Partners is a remote, commission-based independent contractor opportunity for a Business Development Representative – Hospitality. You will prospect and qualify new corporate and association clients, nurture inbound leads, and develop relationships with hotel partners and destination providers.

Daily activities include outreach via phone, email, and social channels, preparing proposals, and supporting the sales cycle from initial contact through contract discussions.

Qualifications

• Prospecting and outreach to corporate and association clients for hospitality solutions.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills for proposals and contracts.
• Experience with CRM and documenting client interactions and pipeline activity.
• Familiarity with hotel site selection, group accommodations, and event needs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop qualified business opportunities for ArcoVexa Hospitality Partners.
• Nurture inbound leads and develop relationships with hotel partners and destination providers.
• Prepare proposals and presentations and support the sales cycle from initial contact through contract discussions.
• Maintain accurate prospect and referral records and stay current on market trends.

Skills

Prospecting

Lead qualification

Sales pipeline management

Proposal development

Contract discussions

CRM documentation

Hospitality & events knowledge

Remote communication

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in business or hospitality

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Company Description ArcoVexa Hospitality Partners is a hospitality sourcing, corporate meeting, and event management company that connects organizations with exceptional hotels, venues, and destination experiences across the United States. The firm specializes in strategic hotel site selection, group accommodations, corporate meetings, conferences, executive retreats, and comprehensive hospitality solutions. Its services span hotel RFP management, contract negotiation support, incentive travel, destination weddings, special events, and curated transportation and entertainment experiences. Built on more than 30 years of leadership experience in luxury hospitality, convention services, food and beverage operations, and large-scale event management, ArcoVexa pairs deep industry expertise with personalized client service. The company’s mission is to simplify planning, identify outstanding hospitality partners, and deliver memorable experiences for organizations of all sizes.

Role Description The Business Development Representative – Hospitality is a remote, commission based independent contractor opportunity. Repressentatives may work from anywhere in the United States, identifying and developing qualified business opportunities for ArcoVexa Hospitality Partners. In this role, the representative will prospect and qualify new corporate and association clients, nurture inbound leads, and develop relationships with hotel partners and destination providers. Daily activities include conducting outreach via phone, email, and social channels, preparing proposals and presentations, and supporting the sales cycle from initial contact through contract discussions. The representative will collaborate with ArcoVexa leadership to qualify client requirements, identify suitable hospitality solutions, and maintain accurate prospect and referral records. This role also involves staying current on market trends, attending local industry events when appropriate, and contributing to revenue growth initiatives and pipeline development.

Qualifications

• Client outreach and relationship-building skills, including comfort with prospecting, lead qualification, and professional communication with hospitality and corporate stakeholders.
• Sales and business development capabilities, such as opportunity identification, pipeline management, and support for proposal development and contract discussions.
• Organizational and administrative skills, including CRM use, documentation of client interactions, and coordination of details across multiple meetings and events.
• Knowledge of or strong interest in hospitality, meetings, and events, with the ability to understand hotel site selection, group accommodations, and corporate event needs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present solutions clearly and adapt messaging to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage prospecting activities, maintain professional client communications, and coordinate effectively with ArcoVexa Hospitality Partners.
• Prior experience in hospitality sales, corporate meetings, or event management is highly beneficial; familiarity with luxury or group hospitality is a plus.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, hospitality, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Compensation & Engagement

This is a remote, commission-only independent contractor opportunity with no guaranteed salary or hourly compensation.

Representatives earn an agreed percentage of eligible net commission revenue actually received by ArcoVexa Hospitality Partners from successfully converted business opportunities.

Commission rates, payment schedules, lead qualification requirements, and other compensation terms will be established in a separate written Independent Representative Agreement.

This opportunity offers flexible working arrangements and the potential to develop ongoing commission income through qualified business referrals and successful client relationships.