Chris Hartley

Private Club Membership Sales

Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson, South Carolina Area

About

Seasoned Hospitality Sales Director with over 28 years of leadership in private clubs, luxury catering, and hospitality. I specialize in crafting seamless, memorable experiences for members and guests while building strong, trusted partnerships with corporate and social clients alike. Known for translating visions into reality, I take pride in making the event-planning process effortless and stress-free — from initial concept through flawless execution. Creative, results-driven, and deeply member-focused, I’m passionate about elevating standards and driving revenue through exceptional events. I thrive in collaborative environments and am always eager to bring energy, expertise, and calm confidence to a forward-thinking team. Let’s connect if you’re looking for a proven leader who delivers.

Experience

  • Membership Director at City Club of Greenville
    Jun 2026 - Present · 1 mo

  • Catering Consultant at Publix Super Markets
    Jan 2026 - Jun 2026 · 6 mos

  • Event Planner at Independent Contractor - Self Employed
    May 2023 - Jan 2026 · 2 yrs 9 mos

    Plan and execute luxury weddings, corporate programs, and golf tournaments. Manage venue sourcing, offsite catering, vendor negotiations, and contract oversight. Lead event staff, installation teams, and strike operations for seamless execution. Oversee timelines, budgets, and logistics for multi-day and multi-location events.

  • Invited (Full-time · 16 yrs 11 mos)
    • Event Sales Director
      Feb 2022 - May 2023 · 1 yr 4 mos

    • Event Sales Director
      Jul 2006 - Feb 2022 · 15 yrs 8 mos

  • Director of Event Management at Invited (ClubCorp)
    Jul 2006 - May 2023 · 16 yrs 11 mos

    Directed Private Events operations, leading a team of 50+ managers, coordinators, and service staff. Generated up to $3.4M in annual event revenue through strategic sales planning and account development. Produced high-profile golf tournaments, nonprofit galas, cultural weddings, and corporate events. Oversaw forecasting, budgeting, P&L management, and vendor contracts across multiple venues. Managed logistics for events ranging from intimate gatherings to 1,000+ guests across 25,000+ sq. ft. of space. Collaborated with culinary teams to design custom menus and elevate guest experience. Built and maintained strong B2B and B2C relationships through CRM-driven engagement. Spearheaded creative partnerships in AV, lighting, entertainment, and décor.