Sanjay Ahuja

Sanjay Ahuja has over 25 years of extensive work experience in various roles and positions. Sanjay is currently working as the Senior Director of Event Sales at Santa Anita Park since June 2022. Prior to this, they held the position of Vice President of Business Development at Show Strategy from February 2021 to June 2022, where they focused on elevating brands and producing exceptional experiences. From February 2019 to June 2020, Sanjay served as the Vice President of Business Development at Freeman Company, where they managed a portfolio with revenues of $10M annually and oversaw a wide range of events. Before that, they worked as the Sr. Business Development Director at Freeman Company from April 2001 to February 2019. Sanjay also gained valuable experience in the hospitality industry during their tenure at Century Plaza Hotel, where they held multiple roles including Sales Manager, Catering & Convention Services Manager, Room Service Manager, and Project Manager. Additionally, they worked as the Beverage Manager at Caesars Entertainment Corporation from 1995 to 1996.

Sanjay Ahuja has a diverse education history. Sanjay obtained a Certification in Digital Marketing and Communications from UC Irvine in 2021, and prior to that, they completed a Certification in Business Essentials for Leaders from the same institution in 2019. In 2018, they pursued Project Management at California State University, Fullerton. Sanjay earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with a focus on Hotel/Motel Administration/Management from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona in 1997. Before that, they completed an Associate's Degree in Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management from Schoolcraft College in 1993.

In addition to their formal education, Sanjay Ahuja has also obtained additional certifications. Sanjay became a Certified Professional Salesperson (CPSP) through the National Association of Sales Professionals (NASP) in March 2023. Moreover, they received the Certified in Exhibition Management (CEM) certification, although specific details regarding the institution and date of completion are not provided.