Jennifer York, CMP

Pioneer
DISC Type : Dis

Founding Member at Just Because Happy Hour

Austin, Texas, United States

Overview

Jennifer is the Director of Global Sales for the South Central Market at MGM Resorts International, where she specializes in strategic event planning and sales leadership. A Certified Meeting Professional with a BSAS from Texas State University, she is described by colleagues as creative, passionate, and a leader with heart, known for designing impactful experiences.

Outside of work, Jennifer is a wife, mother, and a community builder in the Austin hospitality scene. She is a founding member of the "Just Because Happy Hour" networking group. She is passionate about empowering women, recently hosting partners at the Texas Conference for Women.

As an 80s kid, her 10th birthday party was New Kids on the Block-themed, and she later met the band at an MGM Resorts company town hall.

Personality Overview

Dynamic But Sincere

Friendly But Fast

Decisive But Friendly

They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders)  They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product

Topics They Care About

Strategic Event Planning
Her career is focused on bringing ambitious meetings and large-scale conferences to life, blending strategic thinking with a commitment to service.
Hospitality Networking
She is a founding board member of an organization in Austin dedicated to connecting professionals in the hospitality, events, and meetings industry.
Women's Empowerment
She actively participates in and hosts clients at events like the Texas Conference for Women, celebrating and networking with other professional women.

Media Appearances

Jennifer has no verified media appearances

Work History

8-2022
Founding Member at Just Because Happy Hour
11-2012
Director, Global Sales - South Central Market at MGM Resorts International
10-2011 - 11-2012
Sales Executive at Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority
7-2008 - 11-2011
National Sales Manager at ARIA Resort & Casino
9-2006 - 7-2008
National Sales Manager at The Mirage Hotel

Education

2000 - 2005
BSAS from Texas State University
1996 - 2000
Education details unavailable from Leander High School

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Exp : N/A Location : Austin, Texas, United States Job Level : N/A Designation : Founding Member at Just Because Happy Hour
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Insights For Selling To Jennifer

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘your decision will’, ‘you will impact’ etc.
  • During followups, use calls or text if needed, they should be fine
  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage

DONT's

  • Don’t be very informal during the early interactions even if they are being so themselves
  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a formal approach

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jennifer is

  • Nothing less than a strong combination of proof of results, relationship and high levels of professionalism is effective with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jennifer

  • They can say no while staying friendly, but can also be pursuaded to reconsider

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jennifer move?

  • They are generally fast movers and can take quick decisions
  • Can Jennifer take some risk or not?

  • They have high risk-appetite but can get ahead of themselves once in a while. Observe carefully

You And Jennifer

Personality Compatibility


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