Marketing & Events Manager | The SOMM Hotel & Spa
Let's start off with the most important part - what's in it for you:
The Perks
*Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
- Hourly Pay Range: $81,000 to $90,000 DOE
- Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
- Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
- Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
- HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution
- Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
- Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
- Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
- Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
- Employee Assistance Program
- "Columbia Cares" Volunteer Opportunities
- Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
- Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
- Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
- Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)
Our Commitment to you:
"People never forget how you made them feel." Maya Angelou's famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.
Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other's backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.
What Success Looks Like:
Your Impact
- Develop and own the annual activation calendar and on-property programming strategy, identifying opportunities to drive guest engagement, revenue growth, brand awareness, and community partnerships. Build and maintain strategic relationships with local partners, vendors, and organizations to enhance programming opportunities.
- Lead the planning, development, and execution of marketing activations and guest experiences in partnership with Operations and other internal stakeholders. Programs may include seasonal campaigns, holiday experiences, special events, partnerships, and signature offerings such as hop-on-hop-off wine tours.
- Identify emerging trends and local opportunities to keep the property's programming competitive and differentiated.
- Lead program planning meetings and cross-functional working sessions; establish agendas, drive alignment, document key decisions, and ensure successful execution against timelines.
- Manage program budgets, track marketing spend, oversee vendor investments, and ensure initiatives are executed within established financial parameters.
- Partner with the Marketing Director to develop and optimize digital content strategies, ensuring website content reflects current programming, promotions, and guest experiences.
- Develop and execute email marketing campaigns that support programming initiatives, guest engagement, promotions, and revenue-driving opportunities. Analyze performance and recommend improvements.
- Develop and maintain organized marketing resources, campaign assets, and program materials to support efficient execution across teams.
- Oversee development of marketing collateral and guest-facing communications, ensuring alignment with brand standards and program objectives.
- Support public relations and partnership initiatives through research, content development, and preparation of marketing materials.
- Identify, manage, and develop relationships with vendors, community partners, and external stakeholders to support marketing initiatives and events.
- Prepare marketing performance reports, program recaps, and recommendations to evaluate success and inform future initiatives.
- Serve as a key marketing partner responsible for identifying opportunities, driving initiatives forward, and supporting the continued growth of the property's brand and guest experience.
- Other duties as assigned.
What You Bring
- A university degree in marketing or business-related discipline with at least one year of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- General knowledge of marketing tools and techniques, particularly digital marketing.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including:
- The ability to write, proofread and edit reports, business correspondence, and promotional content.
- Effectively present information and respond to questions from team members, managers, clients, guests and the public.
- Detail oriented with strong multi-tasking and organizational skills.
- Solid personal management skills, including time management, planning and organizing, and delivery of results.
- Strong computer literacy in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Effective problem solver able to make decisions in routine situations.
- Competency in Adobe Creative Suite and Canva preferred.
Don't meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Where you'll work:
In the new heart of Woodinville the beauty of the Pacific Northwest meets its newest destination, The SOMM Hotel and Spa. The SOMM is set to be the centerpiece of a 20-acre master-planned development in Woodinville, Washington.
The SOMM Hotel and Spa is a 164-room luxury hotel that will offer a blend of upscale accommodations and amenities. The project is part of Harvest, a town square-style development that will house nearly 100,000 square feet of restaurants, bars, wine-tasting rooms, and recreation. It also includes hundreds of apartments and townhouses, making it a comprehensive destination in its own right.
The hotel itself is designed to be a haven of comfort and indulgence. It features a signature restaurant, rooftop bar, 10,000 sq ft of meeting spaces, and a 5,661-square-foot spa. Additionally, there will be 9,000 square feet of retail space that will complement the hotel's offerings. This retail section is expected to include wine-tasting rooms, restaurants, and other facilities.
The Fine Print
Columbia Hospitality, Inc. operating as Columbia Hospitality Service U.L.C. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.
Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect
Columbia Hospitality is an international management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.
