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Compensation Type: Yearly
Location:
Highgate Corporate Office
New York City, NY
Overview:
The Regional Vice President of Sales & Marketing is primarily responsible for leading & driving top line revenue strategies for their assigned hotels. This individual is additionally responsible for staying ahead of market trends, market share movement and ongoing competitive hotel analysis, while directing the property Director of Sales & Marketing. This position will report to the SVP of Sales & Marketing in partnership with Operations Leaders across the region, and responsible for overseeing sales & marketing for Highgate’s managed full service hotels in the North East region.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute sales revenue optimization strategies across all market segments and distribution channels to drive increased market share and topline growth.
- Provide strong leadership, coaching, and motivation for sales teams, fostering accountability and high performance.
- Analyze and maintain a deep understanding of competitive set landscapes across multiple sub-regions.
- Evaluate group pace, booking position, and performance reports, leveraging key group and transient sales metrics to inform strategy.
- Design and deploy sales coverage models, including goal setting, performance measurement, and implementation of sales incentive programs.
- Oversee key account strategy and management, ensuring alignment with regional and enterprise objectives.
- Lead marketing plan development and manage associated expense budgets to maximize ROI.
- Direct and manage sales activity planning, travel schedules, and market coverage to ensure effective deployment of resources.
- Interpret and act on insights from STR, Hotelligence 360, and financial performance reports.
- Partner with marketing teams on brand positioning, public relations, eCommerce, and social media strategy.
- Serve as a primary liaison with ownership and asset management groups, providing transparent communication and performance updates.
- Support new hotel openings, brand conversions, and management transitions, including both branded and independent properties.
- Collaborate closely with General Managers, Operations, Revenue Management, and Development/Acquisitions teams to drive enterprise-wide alignment.
- Demonstrate strong time management and organizational skills, effectively balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Thrive in a high-growth, dynamic organization, with the agility to adapt quickly to change and recalibrate strategy as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3 – 5 years of experience as a sales leader in an above property position.
- Regional and/or multi-unit sales experience required.
- Prior track record as a Hotel Director of Sales & Marketing in major metropolitan markets.
- Demonstrated experience partnering with ownership groups and asset management teams.
- Strong background collaborating closely with Revenue Management to drive topline performance.
- Comprehensive understanding of all market segments and distribution channels, with the ability to develop and execute tailored strategic plans for each.
- Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
- Highly developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills; thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Proven ability to lead, coach, develop, and motivate a team of Directors of Sales & Marketing.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation Type: Yearly
Location:
Highgate Corporate Office
New York City, NY
Overview:
The Regional Vice President of Sales & Marketing is primarily responsible for leading & driving top line revenue strategies for their assigned hotels. This individual is additionally responsible for staying ahead of market trends, market share movement and ongoing competitive hotel analysis, while directing the property Director of Sales & Marketing. This position will report to the SVP of Sales & Marketing in partnership with Operations Leaders across the region, and responsible for overseeing sales & marketing for Highgate’s managed full service hotels in the North East region.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute sales revenue optimization strategies across all market segments and distribution channels to drive increased market share and topline growth.
- Provide strong leadership, coaching, and motivation for sales teams, fostering accountability and high performance.
- Analyze and maintain a deep understanding of competitive set landscapes across multiple sub-regions.
- Evaluate group pace, booking position, and performance reports, leveraging key group and transient sales metrics to inform strategy.
- Design and deploy sales coverage models, including goal setting, performance measurement, and implementation of sales incentive programs.
- Oversee key account strategy and management, ensuring alignment with regional and enterprise objectives.
- Lead marketing plan development and manage associated expense budgets to maximize ROI.
- Direct and manage sales activity planning, travel schedules, and market coverage to ensure effective deployment of resources.
- Interpret and act on insights from STR, Hotelligence 360, and financial performance reports.
- Partner with marketing teams on brand positioning, public relations, eCommerce, and social media strategy.
- Serve as a primary liaison with ownership and asset management groups, providing transparent communication and performance updates.
- Support new hotel openings, brand conversions, and management transitions, including both branded and independent properties.
- Collaborate closely with General Managers, Operations, Revenue Management, and Development/Acquisitions teams to drive enterprise-wide alignment.
- Demonstrate strong time management and organizational skills, effectively balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Thrive in a high-growth, dynamic organization, with the agility to adapt quickly to change and recalibrate strategy as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3 – 5 years of experience as a sales leader in an above property position.
- Regional and/or multi-unit sales experience required.
- Prior track record as a Hotel Director of Sales & Marketing in major metropolitan markets.
- Demonstrated experience partnering with ownership groups and asset management teams.
- Strong background collaborating closely with Revenue Management to drive topline performance.
- Comprehensive understanding of all market segments and distribution channels, with the ability to develop and execute tailored strategic plans for each.
- Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
- Highly developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills; thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Proven ability to lead, coach, develop, and motivate a team of Directors of Sales & Marketing.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Regional Vice President Of Sales
Target enterprise companies with dedicated immigration programs
Large enterprise software, medical device, and financial services firms have legal teams built for sponsorship. They file H-1B petitions regularly and won't hesitate at a senior sales hire with a proven track record.
Lead your application with revenue impact, not OPT status
Hiring managers for VP-level roles care about pipeline numbers and quota attainment. Open with your measurable sales results first. Address your OPT timeline only when the conversation reaches the offer stage.
Apply early enough to account for long executive hiring cycles
Senior sales leadership searches routinely run three to five months. If your OPT authorization expires soon, start applications immediately. Delays in the hiring process can outrun your remaining work authorization window entirely.
Understand whether your degree qualifies this role as a specialty occupation
Regional VP of Sales requires a business, marketing, or related degree to qualify for H-1B sponsorship. Be ready to articulate how your academic background directly connects to the strategic and analytical demands of the role.
Use STEM OPT extension strategically if you qualify
STEM graduates in business analytics, information systems, or related fields may qualify for a 24-month extension. That additional time significantly reduces employer urgency and makes you a more viable candidate for lengthy executive searches.
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Can F-1 OPT students realistically get hired as a Regional Vice President of Sales?
Yes, though it requires targeting the right employers. Companies that regularly sponsor H-1B visas and have formal immigration programs are most likely to extend offers at this level. Your candidacy needs to rest on a strong revenue track record. Migrate Mate lists Regional VP of Sales roles specifically filtered for OPT-friendly employers, which saves significant time in the search process.
Does a Regional Vice President of Sales role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Generally yes, provided the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as business administration, marketing, or a related discipline. Employers must demonstrate the position routinely requires this level of education. Roles where any degree suffices, regardless of field, face more scrutiny. Having a directly relevant degree strengthens both your OPT work authorization and a future H-1B petition.
How does the 60-day grace period affect a Regional VP of Sales job search?
If your OPT ends or your employment terminates, you have 60 days to find a new employer and update your SEVIS record before you fall out of status. Executive searches at this level often take longer than 60 days. Start your search well before any employment gap begins, and consult your Designated School Official immediately if your situation changes unexpectedly.
What OPT reporting requirements apply when starting a Regional VP of Sales role?
You must report your new employer, job title, and start date to your DSO within 10 days of beginning work. The employer's name and address must match what is filed in SEVIS. For senior roles where your official title may differ from internal titles, confirm the exact legal entity name and address with your HR team before reporting.
How far in advance should I start applying for Regional VP of Sales jobs on OPT?
At least four to six months before your OPT expiration. Executive searches at the regional VP level average three to five months from first interview to offer, and onboarding adds more time. If you are pursuing a STEM extension, apply for it as early as 90 days before your current EAD expires so there is no gap in your work authorization during an active search.
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