Overview
Director of Private Events Jobs in Lexington, KY at Confidential
Director of Private Events | $105K–$130K+ OTE
Peachtree Entertainment | Full-Time
Own the Sales. Build the Business. Earn on Results.
Peachtree Entertainment is seeking an experienced Director of Private Events to lead private event sales, business development, and revenue growth.
This is a high-impact sales leadership role for someone who knows how to prospect, build relationships, close business, and create a strong pipeline. You will own the private events sales process from the first conversation through signed contract and deposit, while building long-term relationships that drive repeat business and referrals.
We’re moving quickly and are looking to interview qualified candidates immediately.
Compensation & Earning Potential
- Base Salary: $75,000–$90,000, based on experience
- Target Total Compensation: $105,000–$130,000+
- Monthly commission opportunities
- Quarterly performance bonuses up to $10,000
- Annual performance bonuses up to $35,000
- Additional discretionary bonus opportunities for exceptional performance
Commission Structure
Commissions are based on venue revenue generated from fully executed contracts with deposits received:
- First $50,000/month: 2%
- $50,001–$100,000/month: 3%
- Over $100,000/month: 4%
Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
- 90% of goal: $2,500
- 100% of goal: $5,000
- 110% of goal: $7,500
- 120%+ of goal: $10,000
Annual Bonus Opportunities
- 100% of annual goal: $10,000
- 110%: $20,000
- 125%: $35,000
- Additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance
What You’ll Own
- Lead the private events sales strategy and revenue plan.
- Build and manage a consistent pipeline of qualified prospects.
- Generate new business through prospecting, networking, referrals, partnerships, and community relationships.
- Sell corporate events, private parties, weddings, nonprofit events, celebrations, and other venue opportunities.
- Conduct venue tours, presentations, proposals, and client meetings.
- Negotiate contracts and close business.
- Build relationships with corporate clients, event planners, wedding professionals, businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations.
- Develop referral and strategic partnership opportunities.
- Maintain accurate CRM and sales pipeline activity.
- Track revenue, conversion rates, sales activity, and performance against goals.
- Work closely with operations, hospitality, production, and internal teams to ensure a seamless transition from signed contract to event execution.
- Identify new markets and creative opportunities to increase private event revenue.
- Represent Peachtree Entertainment and its venues professionally at networking events and community functions.
What We’re Looking For
You should have:
- Proven experience in private event sales, venue sales, hospitality sales, event sales, or business development.
- A demonstrated history of meeting or exceeding sales or revenue goals.
- Strong prospecting, presentation, negotiation, and closing skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Strong organization, follow-through, and attention to detail.
- The confidence to independently develop business and own a revenue target.
- Availability for occasional evenings and weekends based on event schedules.
You’ll stand out if you have:
- Experience selling events for a venue, hotel, entertainment company, hospitality group, or similar organization.
- An established network within the local corporate, wedding, hospitality, nonprofit, or business community.
- Experience with CRM systems and sales reporting.
- Experience managing high-value contracts or complex event sales.
You Might Be Our Person If…
You’re the person who asks for the business.
You don’t wait for leads—you create them.
You enjoy meeting new people, building relationships, and turning conversations into opportunities. You’re competitive, motivated by goals, comfortable owning a number, and excited by the opportunity to directly impact revenue.
You understand that great sales aren’t just about closing a deal—they’re about creating relationships that lead to repeat business, referrals, and long-term partnerships.
Why Peachtree Entertainment?
You’ll have the opportunity to build and grow a private events business within a dynamic entertainment organization while working alongside teams who are passionate about creating memorable experiences.
Our culture is Artist First, Guest Obsessed, and Community Driven.
If you’re an experienced sales professional ready to take ownership, build relationships, and earn based on your results, we want to hear from you.
Apply Today
$75K–$90K Base | $105K–$130K+ Target OTE | Commission | Quarterly & Annual Bonuses
We’re interviewing qualified candidates immediately.
Pay: $75,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Director of Private Events
Company: Confidential
Location: Lexington, KY
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