Kendall Kerr

Relationship-driven communicator and accomplished event sales leader with 17+ years of experience across event sales, operations, DMC's and hospitality. Seeking to contribute to a high-performing executive team focused on creating impactful experiences and cultivating long-term relationships. Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure, collaborative environments.

Regional Sales Manager, Events - PRA Business Events, a DMC

(2024-07)

• Achieved $2.4m in event revenue for 2025
• Responsible for increasing overall sales volume by developing key relationships with new accounts and growing existing assigned accounts while prioritizing delivery of outstanding client experiences and financial profitability
• Responsible for design and operation of corporate clients programs, from inception to execution
• Qualify leads and develop innovative program strategies to win business and achieve individual annual sales goal

Event Account Executive - 360 Destination Group, a DMC

(2022-02 - 2023-04)

• Provide exceptional customer service through the creative development and fulfillment of program content
• Promote destination and company capabilities via formal presentations to incentive and corporate clients and hotels
• Conduct site inspections, develop sales strategies and nurture existing relationships in accordance with company financials goals

Sales Manager, Special Events - Paramount Pictures

(2018-06 - 2020-12)

• Qualify, manage & book high volume corporate and entertainment event business on the studios lot
• Negotiate and execute corporate contracts with clients and third parties
• Conduct site tours with prospective clients
• Maintain strong working relationship with the CVB and DMC's and other third party supplier partners

Sales Manager, Special Events - AEG, L.A.Live

(2009-02 - 2016-05)

Instrumental in the launch of L.A. Live's event space from its inception

• Primarily responsible for booking four private event spaces
• Manage high-volume, inbound new business inquiries
• Cultivate relationships with event suppliers and DMC's in order to grow revenue
• Oversee contract negotiations
• Manage events calendar
• Conduct site tours with prospective clients
• Coordinate presence at event trade shows as well as internal partner and promotional events

Various Roles - DreamWorks Studios and boutique PR agency

(2005 - 2009)

Worked for DreamWorks Studios and a boutique PR agency, gaining insight and knowledge in the world of entertainment and sales, respectively.

Head of Memberships - Topgolf - Fort Worth

(2016 - 2016)

Opened the Topgolf Fort Worth venue as the Head of Memberships

BA - Communications & English - University of San Diego (2000 - 2003)