Patty Oncken
Crawford Electric Supply, A Sonepar Company
Job Title: Executive Assistant
Address: 7701 West Little York, Suite 800
Houston, Texas 77040
United States
Work Phone: 281-501-4437 ext.
Mobile: 2814350512
Email: patty.oncken@sonepar-us.com
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What is your role in the site selection process? : Initial research
Are you permitted to book programs outside the continental USA?: Yes
Room Type: Single Occupancy
What types of properties/venues do you prefer? (Check all that apply): Enticing international destinations, Golf resorts, Intimate inns and lodges, Island and beach resorts, Luxury hotels in out of the way places, Mountain resorts and those specializing in the outdoors, Sophisticated urban hotels, Spa resorts
Would you ever consider planning meetings, incentives, or events on a cruise? Yes
Please describe a past program that you feel typifies the business opportunity you represent for our partners:
We hold bi-yearly Leadership & Sales Meetings. Our last meeting in 2024 was held at the JW Marriott in San Antonio, TX. It spanned 2-3 days, and we had approximately 250 attendees. We also organize a yearly President’s Club trip for our top 10 Outside Salespersons and their spouses/guests with our President and VP Sales. This one is more exclusive. Last year’s trip was a hunting trip in South Dakota. This year we are taking them to Key West.
Please share with us an opportunity you are currently working on:
Our 2024 President’s Club trip is being held at Opal Key in Key West, Florida in May. We have 32 people attending and have reserved 16 rooms for three nights. The room rate is between $500-$600. We pay for all travel, hold an award ceremony, and plan activities and nice dinners. We would like to provide our guests with some nice experiences and gifts. Maui Jims sunglasses and fine wines have been suggested, etc.
In what locales have you found the greatest program successes?
We have mainly held our events in the United States, specifically resorts in Texas, but would consider international events as well (especially for our exclusive President’s Club).
Typical duration of meeting or incentive program. (number of nights): 3
Level of luxury you expect for your most important programs: Mid-level Luxury: ($350-$500 per night), Luxury: ($500-$700 per night)
If money were no object, I would: Travel the world with my family.
Something that would surprise you about me: I am an avid Texas Hold ’em poker player.
Type of company Other
Average size of your programs? (number of rooms) 250
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