We’re seeking an experienced leader to join our team as Director of Hospitality Sales and Strategy. In this senior leadership role, you’ll shape the future of our hospitality, conference, and event services – driving innovation, operational excellence and guest satisfaction. If you’re passionate about hospitality, appreciate our historic collection of cottages and lodges, love building high-performing teams, and are energized by strategic growth, we’d love to meet you.

We’re looking for a person with these qualifications to join our team:

Experience

• Proven success in a senior sales leadership role in a hospitality setting (5+ years).
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and inspire high-performing teams (5+ years of direct management experience).

Strategic Leadership

• Strong analytical and creative thinking to drive growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.
• Proven track record in program development and strategic planning.

Industry Expertise

• In-depth knowledge of hospitality operations, guest experience, and operational efficiency.
• Understanding of market dynamics and economic factors influencing tourism and bookings.

Team Collaboration

• Skilled at fostering a positive, accountable team culture (leads team of four)
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments and with senior leadership.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business administration, operations management, and/or combination of education and relevant experience.

Benefits/Compensation:

• Expected annual base salary range $100,000 to $125,000, plus incentive opportunity of up to 20%.
• Remote work one day per week.
• Beautiful setting nestled at the foot of the famous Flatirons mountains.
• Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, along with life and disability insurance, flexible vacation plan, sick time, and 401k eligibility after one year.

Ready to lead and innovate at our historic . We’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of our guest experience. Applications will be accepted until June 27, 2025.

Association Mission and Values

The Colorado Chautauqua Association (CCA) is a 501(c)3 Colorado non-profit corporation dedicated to preserving, perpetuating, and improving the site and spirit of the historic Chautauqua by enhancing its community and values through cultural, educational, social, and recreational experiences. The Chautauqua experience is based on lifelong learning, love of nature, voluntary simplicity, and music, oration, and the arts. Historic significance, traditions, cultural relevance, respite, and enrichment are among the community benefits provided by the Colorado Chautauqua.