--- title: 'Sales Associate at Access Destination Services' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/sales-associate-access-destination-services-new-orleans-s2ss6bds71m8' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-19' --- # Sales Associate at Access Destination Services - **Company:** Access Destination Services - **Location:** New Orleans, LA - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2026-10-16 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-19 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/access/251dc9ce-5ac0-40ef-8407-144ced7a3dc7 ## Job description Access Your Potential. Join us to create and deliver experiences that inspire people, spark connection, and bring imagination to life—while having a lot of fun doing it. Sales Associate - New Orleans We’re seeking a hospitality-focused, detail-oriented Sales Associate based in New Orleans to join our South Central Sales team! This entry-level opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, staying organized, and supporting the creation of exceptional events and experiences. The Sales Associate will work closely with Sales, Creative, and Events teams to support client relationships, develop destination knowledge, and contribute to business growth while gaining hands-on experience in the destination management industry. ## About the Role The Sales Associate supports the Sales team through lead research, proposal preparation, client communication, and sales coordination. This role provides an opportunity to learn the sales process, develop strong knowledge of the local hospitality market, and build relationships with internal teams, clients, hotels, and industry partners. Working alongside experienced Sales professionals, the Sales Associate helps ensure opportunities are managed efficiently, proposals are accurate, and clients receive exceptional service throughout the sales process. ## What You’ll Be Doing Client Relationship Management - Support the Sales team in building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, hotel partners, and industry professionals. - Gather and organize client information, preferences, and meeting history to support personalized service. - Assist with client communications, meeting coordination, follow-ups, and preparation of sales materials. - Collaborate with Creative, Events, National Sales, and other internal teams to ensure a seamless client experience. Sales & Market Support - Research and qualify incoming leads by gathering information about client needs, event size, budget, and timing. - Support the execution of territory sales initiatives and participate in team meetings, training, and planning activities. - Assist Sales and Creative teams in preparing accurate, compelling proposals, including program details, budgets, transportation, and experiences. - Review proposals and client-facing materials for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with Access standards. - Represent Access professionally at industry events, client meetings, and networking opportunities alongside senior team members. Product & Destination Expertise - Develop strong knowledge of the market, including hotels, venues, attractions, transportation, and local experiences. - Research and maintain accurate destination and vendor information to support proposals and client requests. - Stay informed about new venues, experiences, and hospitality trends within the local market. - Support destination-specific marketing initiatives, including newsletters, presentations, and client materials. New Business Development - Research prospective clients, industries, and market trends to identify potential business opportunities. - Maintain accurate prospect and lead information in Salesforce and other sales tools. - Support prospecting and outreach efforts by preparing materials, gathering contact information, and coordinating follow-ups. - Assist the Sales team throughout the proposal and closing process to ensure opportunities progress efficiently. - Support familiarization trips (FAMs), hotel partner events, and other business development activities through logistical coordination and preparation. - Track sales opportunities and pipeline activity to support territory growth. Proposal & Contract Support - Assist with preparing proposal materials, pricing information, and client background details. - Support the Sales team with documentation and coordination throughout the proposal and contracting process. - Ensure information is accurate, organized, and readily available to support client discussions and negotiations. Reporting & Administration - Maintain accurate Salesforce records, including leads, client interactions, opportunities, and program information. - Track sales activities, follow-ups, and opportunity updates to support team productivity. - Assist with pipeline reporting and forecasting by ensuring Salesforce information is complete and current. - Provide administrative and organizational support to the Sales team as needed. Access Values - Consistently embody and reinforce Access Values: Imagine First, Demand Integrity, Embody Excellence, Always Collaborate, Service Obsession. ## About You We know that there’s no one in the world like you. And we know that you have a lot to offer the next company you work with. Below is a list of “nice-to-haves,” but don’t let those deter you from applying. Access believes that an inclusive team and culture is important. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team. Nice-to-haves - 1–2 years of experience supporting or managing multiple clients/programs. - Background in hospitality, ideally event planning or execution. - Self-motivated, customer-focused, and team-oriented. - Strong organizational and time management skills. - Passion for hospitality and events. - Salesforce CRM experience. Why Access? We’re a women-owned, award-winning destination management company with teams in cities coast to coast. For 50+ years, we’ve been producing high-impact events and experiences for global brands—and we’re just getting started. ## CULTURE & EXTRAS - Certified as a Great Place to Work – 3 years in a row and counting! - Women-owned and women-led - Paid day off to serve your local community - Annual & quarterly awards program - Annual all-company retreat to connect, learn, and have fun together - Regional team outings - Monthly companywide meetings to celebrate wins ## WORK LIFE BALANCE - Generous PTO, sick days, 9 holidays + 2 floating holidays - 5 half-days off before holidays to unplug early - ½-day Fridays in July & August (based on achievement of goals) ## COMPENSATION - Competitive compensation package - 401(k) with company match (eligible after 1 year, up to 4% of salary, vested immediately) - Monthly cell phone stipend HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND FAMILY - Extensive menu of health plans to choose from - Paid parental leave - Pet insurance program - Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) ## PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - Mentorship program - Masterclasses in industry/department-specific topics - State-of-the-art technology platforms and tools – including training - Annual and monthly meeting content that focuses on professional development Ready to ACCESS your next big opportunity? Apply today! Access is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at careers@accessdmc.com. ## About Access Destination Services ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Access DMC is a national destination management company that designs and executes custom corporate events, team-building programs, and experiential gatherings to inspire organizational change. - **Entity Type**: Private (majority women-owned and women-led) - **Headquarters**: Not publicly available (operates coast-to-coast across the US) - **Founded**: Approximately 1968 (55+ years in operation) - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Destination Management Services, Corporate Event Planning, Experiential Marketing, Team-Building - **Target customers**: B2B – enterprise clients, meeting planners, event professionals seeking national DMC support - **Mission or purpose statement**: To collaborate with clients to transform events into shared experiences – because shared experiences create the opportunity to both inspire and be inspired, and inspired people drive organizational change. [accessdmc.com](https://www.accessdmc.com/) ## Products & Services - **Destination Management**: Full-service event design, site selection, logistics, and on-site execution tailored to client goals. - **Program Design & Procurement**: Creative concept development, vendor sourcing, and risk mitigation with a focus on local, diverse, and sustainable suppliers. - **National Consistency**: Single point of contact and one contract for multi-location events, combining local expertise with nationwide coordination. - **Strategic Site Visits**: Expert-led tours to experience destination-specific program elements and accelerate decision-making. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed - **Key Metric**: Client spend through Access exceeds $120 million annually, with 60% of that reinvested into local communities. [accessdmc.com](https://www.accessdmc.com/about-us) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not applicable (privately held). Emphasizes partnerships with women-owned, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ owned, veteran-owned, and minority-owned local suppliers. - **Growth Signals**: - Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies (2023 & 2024) - Great Place to Work certified (2023–2026) - Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces (2024), America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women (2024, 2025), and America’s Most Admired Workplaces (2026) - 96% client satisfaction rate and 85% repeat client rate [accessdmc.com](https://www.accessdmc.com/) - Stella Awards: Best DMC ## Competitive Advantages - **55+ years of industry leadership** – Access helped define the destination management category and continues to innovate. - **Only majority women-owned and women-led national DMC** – a unique differentiator in a traditionally male-dominated industry. - **National footprint with local impact** – coast-to-coast presence, yet prioritizes local, diverse vendors to keep spend in communities. - **High client loyalty** – nearly 9 out of 10 clients rehire for subsequent events. - **Award-winning workplace culture** – consistent recognition by Great Place to Work and Newsweek, signaling strong employee experience. ## Strategic Focus - Continue elevating events from logistics to transformative shared experiences. - Deepen community impact through diverse and sustainable supplier networks. - Scale national consistency while preserving local authenticity. - Invest in people and technology (mentorship, masterclasses, state-of-the-art platforms) to maintain industry-leading service. ## Why Work Here - **Culture & Values** – Fun, creative, collaborative environment centered on "Service Obsession," "Imagine First," "Always Collaborate," "Embody Excellence," and "Demand Integrity." - **Flexibility** – Work-from-home opportunities (including full home office setup), flexible schedules, half-day Fridays in July & August. - **Compensation** – Competitive base salary, quarterly bonuses, strong performance-based commission plans, 401k with immediate vesting up to 4% match, monthly cell phone stipend. - **Time Off** – Generous PTO increasing with tenure, sick days, 9 full holidays, 4 half-days before holidays, 2 floating holidays, plus a paid day off to serve your local community. - **Health & Family** – Extensive medical/dental/vision plans, company contribution, paid parental leave, pet insurance, Employee Assistance Program. - **Professional Development** – Mentorship program, industry "Masterclasses," training on state-of-the-art technology platforms. - **Recognition & Travel** – Annual all-company retreat, qualifier-based incentive trips for top performers (certain departments), regional team outings, monthly company-wide meetings. - **Diversity & Inclusion** – Proudly majority women-owned and led; actively seeks to support women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, veteran, and minority-owned businesses. ## Sources 1. [accessdmc.com](https://www.accessdmc.com/) – Homepage with stats, mission, and service overview 2. [accessdmc.com/careers](https://www.accessdmc.com/careers) – Careers page with benefits, culture, perks 3. [accessdmc.com/about-us](https://www.accessdmc.com/about-us) – About page with history, leadership, awards, impact 4. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/access-destination-services) – LinkedIn company page (industry and scope verified) ## Other roles at Access Destination Services - [Managing Director](https://feeny.ai/job/managing-director-access-destination-services-san-diego-m2kwjjf2fpxj) — San Diego, CA - [Associate Director of Events](https://feeny.ai/job/associate-director-of-events-access-destination-services-denver-159v3bhebdf5) — Denver, CO - [Associate Director of Sales](https://feeny.ai/job/associate-director-of-sales-access-destination-services-denver-m2qbvfktknye) — Denver, CO - [Associate Director of Creative](https://feeny.ai/job/associate-director-of-creative-access-destination-services-phoenix-kftx9n34wj71) — Phoenix, AZ - [Events Manager](https://feeny.ai/job/events-manager-access-destination-services-napa-valley-ahjzqfjhvss4) — Napa Valley, CA - [Director of Sales](https://feeny.ai/job/director-of-sales-access-destination-services-austin-11t5gsnnag8r) — Austin, TX - [Procurement and Contracting Administrative Specialist](https://feeny.ai/job/procurement-and-contracting-administrative-specialist-access-destination-7f6frjdpzhvf) - [Events Manager](https://feeny.ai/job/events-manager-access-destination-services-hawaii-j5cv1pdtb8qc) — Hawaii - [Senior Sales Manager](https://feeny.ai/job/senior-sales-manager-access-destination-services-los-angeles-nx9mqtsdtngq) — Los Angeles, CA - [Events Manager](https://feeny.ai/job/events-manager-access-destination-services-washington-1fcs8wdxf0cr) — Washington, DC