Her Story
About Nadine
Nadine Titer is a seasoned hospitality professional with more than two decades of experience in hotel operations, event management, and catering sales. Currently serving as a Catering Sales Executive with Marriott International, she has built a successful career centered on creating exceptional guest experiences, developing client relationships, and delivering memorable events. Originally from Jamaica, Nadine moved to the United States and began her hospitality journey through an internship at the Inner Harbor Marriott in Baltimore, where she quickly developed a passion for the industry. Throughout her career, Nadine has held a variety of leadership roles in hospitality, including Event Manager, Senior Event Manager, Convention Service Manager, and Catering Sales Executive with organizations such as Marriott International and PM Hotel Group. With 11 years dedicated to event planning, she has demonstrated expertise in business management, banquet operations, client relations, and strategic event execution. Her achievements include earning Manager of the Quarter recognition after generating $524,000 in sales during Q2, highlighting her ability to drive results while maintaining strong customer relationships. Nadine also applies her expertise through her consulting business, Distinquished Lifestyle Solutions, where she supports small businesses and individuals with event planning and related services. Nadine holds an associate degree in Hospitality Administration and Management from Hocking College and has completed the majority of her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Management with a minor in Human Resources from the University of Maryland Global Campus. A Marriott certified wedding planner, she is passionate about leadership, mentorship, and helping others succeed. She attributes her success to listening first, creating an environment where clients feel valued and included, and helping them achieve their goals within their budgets. Beyond her professional work, Nadine is dedicated to serving her community through church initiatives, fundraisers, and youth-focused events, guided by her core values of integrity, honesty, and reliability.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Nadine
01What do you attribute your success to?
The key for me is ensuring that when I'm working with anyone, I listen to what they have to say first. I make them feel comfortable and included in the conversation rather than just giving my opinion. I am relatable and can sit and let them feel comfortable, which has been a strong point of success. I work with what they have and help them get clarity on what their money can afford.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
It's better to be prepared and not have an opportunity, than to have an opportunity and not be preprepared, by Les Brown. This has stayed with me throughout my career.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Learn as much as you can. Be a sponge. Keep learning as you're growing your career. Don't ever think that you know too much because there's always something to learn. Continue to learn, develop, and rely on people around you and your experience. Treat people fairly.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Challenges include not knowing what to expect, especially when starting a new role, but not allowing that to overpower the outcome. Dealing with customers who have a different opinion then you; and knowing how to navigate through that process. Not taking everything personal because at the end of the day we all want to feel heard and valued and not allowing those situations to override your learning process.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Integrity, honesty, reliability. working with a trusted team, and knowing that when working with someone, opinions will differ, but respect should still be given. Working with people who value my experience and understand that even though we might work in different ways, we can still work together to achieve the same goal.
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