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EVENTS & SPONSORSHIP COORDINATOR

JOB DESCRIPTION: Events & Sponsorship Coordinator

REPORTS TO: Events & Sponsorship Manager

JOB TYPE: Full Time

DIRECT REPORTS: None

SALARY: $ 50,000-$62,500/yr. plus potential for bonus

BENEFITS: Colorado Restaurant Association offers competitive salary, vacation and PTO leave, health insurance, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K, discretionary retirement contribution, long-term disability, life insurance, private office and free parking. $50/mo. covered in cell-phone reimbursement. Corporate credit card provided for work-related expenses.

CRA MISSION: The Colorado Restaurant Association (CRA) is the champion for our State’s restaurant and hospitality industry.

CRA/CRF CORE VALUES: Hospitality, Excellence, Transparency, Accountability, & Fun

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Colorado Restaurant Association (CRA) and its Foundation (CRF) seeks an Events & Sponsorship Coordinator. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting the Events and Sponsorship Manager in planning and executing all events for the Association and Foundation including the Colorado Restaurant & Bar Show, the Government Affairs Golf Tournament, the Annual Blue Ribbon Legislative Reception, the CRA HOSPYS Awards Program, Denver Food + Wine Festival, Drink Red Wear Red, the CO ProStart Student Invitational, fundraising events, and other events as necessary.
• Supporting meetings, programs, and events for all boards and committees of the CRA & CRF as needed.
• Assisting with all event sponsorship fulfillment.
• Overseeing ServSafe program to include scheduling classes with trainer(s), handling all registrations for classes, working with the Communication department on marketing the classes, ordering supplies as needed and mailing out class materials. Proctoring exams as needed.
• Working with the Communication department to support and assist in developing written communication surrounding events/program and presentations for a diverse audience, including restaurants, CRA members, CRF program participants, sponsors, providers, partners, media, and staff.
• Cultivating and maintaining strong working relationships with both internal and external vendors.
• Other duties as needed.

The ideal candidate is an energetic, polished professional who thrives on multi-tasking, problem-solving, and providing incomparable external and internal customer service, while using discretion and maintaining strict confidentiality in dealing with a diverse assortment of individuals and issues. Ability to be attentive to detail, strategic, flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient is crucial to this position.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in events and meeting coordination for a variety of event types and sizes.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Exceptional verbal & written communication, organization, and presentation skills; ability to manage multiple timelines at once.
• Expertise in diffusing high-pressure situations and solving problems on the fly.
• Self-directed, results-oriented work style with strong decision-making skills and the ability to work independently or in close harmony with a small team.
• Discriminating attention to detail, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrated success in addressing the needs of a diverse group of individuals.
• Demonstrated success building and fostering professional relationships.
• Strong aptitude with desktop and network-based software applications including expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Basic HTML and website experience preferred.
• Experience with database management; experience with membership database software preferred.
• Experience in graphics programs a bonus, specifically Canva.
• Bilingual -Spanish/English is a huge plus.

TRAVEL REQUIRED:
• Some travel required (in Colorado) for events (including overnight stays).

CONTACT WITH OTHERS:
• Considerable interaction with CRA staff and members, NRA staff, CRA Chapters, speakers and trainers.

TO APPLY:
Submit a cover letter along with your resume and salary requirements to jobs@corestaurant.org. All submissions received will be kept confidential, and only complete submissions will be considered for the position.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position.

Updated 4/14/2026

TERRITORY MANAGER

Reports to: EVP Strategic Partnerships

Job Type: Exempt Full-time Position

Direct reports: None

SUMMARY:
This position focuses on membership sales and is responsible for maximizing revenue and member count in an assigned territory by developing an in-depth knowledge of the Colorado Restaurant Association’s value proposition to grow the CRA’s new restaurant and supplier members.

PRIMARY DUTIES:
• Prospecting, cold calling, appointment setting, and follow-up with potential new restaurant and vendor members.
• Tracking prospects, progress, and daily sales activities in organization database.
• Develop an in-depth knowledge of the CRA’s advocacy work, resources and member benefits, including benefits offered by organization sponsors.
• Create and execute a territory sales plan that meets or exceeds established membership goals.
• Attend and assist with content and other needs for chapter meetings within your territory.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with new and existing members and assist them in connecting with resources as needed.
• Attend staff and sales meetings as required.

Additional Responsibilities
• Represent the CRA in a professional manner within the community.
• Join and participate in at least one leads group that is industry specific.
• Work with CRA staff regularly and provide updated information on membership data.
• Attend chapter meetings and chapter functions in assigned territory.
• Attend work-related events, which sometimes require evenings or weekends, assist in event set-up/take-down as requested.

Contact with Others
• Considerable interaction with members, prospective members, and endorsed providers.
• Interaction and coordination with Colorado Restaurant Foundation.
• Moderate interaction with the CRA Chapter and State Board of Directors.

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Experience
• Proven success in sales.
• Relationship builder and team player.
• Excellent organization, time management, and follow-up skills.

Salary and Benefits
• Base pay: $50,000, plus commissions (successful TM would earn minimum of $27-$42K+ in commission pay in addition to the base)
• $150/mo auto allowance
• $50/mo cell phone reimbursement
• Health, Dental, Gap Insurance, LTD, Life and AD&D benefits as consistent with CRA’s benefits for all staff
• Potential for profit sharing as part of CRA’s 401k plan at the discretion of the Board of Directors
• Free Parking

COMPANY ENVIRONMENT
The culture at the CRA is dynamic. Our team is passionate about the work that we do on behalf of our restaurant members. We foster a positive work environment that is dedicated to your success.

TO APPLY
Send cover letter, resume, salary requirements to jobs@corestaurant.org

Notes:
• No phone calls please.
• Residents only (no relocation offered).

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. Updated 9/17/2025.