Brett Krafft Appointed to Hotel Manager of Hilton Anatole

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. October 17, 2014

DALLAS, TX - October 17, 2014 - The Hilton Anatole is excited to announce the appointment of Brett Krafft as the new hotel manager. In his position, Krafft will oversee all daily operational responsibilities with a focus on driving exceptional guest service within the 27-story, 1,606-room property managed by Hilton Worldwide.

As a member of the Anatole team since 1984, Krafft has overseen more than 600,000 square feet of event space in various managerial capacities, and he has cultivated his career from line employee to the hotel's executive committee. Whether executing events of 3,500 people or interacting daily with hotel guests and staff, his hospitality experience has more than prepared him for his new role.

"Brett's notable hospitality background, excellent camaraderie with multiple departments and passion toward ensuring our hotel excels make him an exceptional choice to be our hotel manager," said Harold Rapoza, general manager of the Hilton Anatole. "Under his leadership, I have no doubt that our hotel will continue to grow as a premiere landmark destination for our leisure and business travelers."

Prior to becoming the Hilton Anatole's hotel manager, Krafft was the property's director of events for 13 years, director of catering for nine years, and he also held additional management roles within the catering and banquets departments and on-property chef-driven restaurants.

During his time as the director of events, Krafft proved success in his role by leading the catering and events teams to produce more than $51 million in annual food and beverage revenue. He also grew the hotel's top social accounts to a 25% production increase in annual revenues.

“Each position in my long career has given me the experience and confidence to serve this great hotel in my new role,” Krafft said. “The foundation of our business is making memorable experiences through exceptional customer service, something I know very well.”

Throughout the past 27 years of Krafft's 30-year tenure at the Hilton Anatole thus far, he has solidified internal and external relationships, cultivated new business, driven revenues and provided exceptional service to clients and guests.

Krafft resides in Coppell, TX with his wife and two sons and he enjoys golf and snow skiing in his spare time. He has also been very involved with the Hotel Association of North Texas, APEX; Convention Industry Council, Dallas Zoo and other industry organizations over the years.

About The Hilton Anatole

Located within a 45-acre campus, the award-winning Hilton Anatole Hotel features two high-rise atriums; a 27-story tower; and 1,606 luxuriously appointed guestrooms with first-class in-room amenities and wired Internet access. Additionally, the hotel offers guests more than 600,000 sq. ft. of event space as well as a variety of recreational activities, including viewing the Art Collection, one of the largest and most intriguing private assemblies in the world; an 80,000 sq. ft. fitness center, tennis courts, one of the finest lap pools in the region, an indoor jogging track; gift and sundry boutiques; V Spa, the hotel's newest luxury spa oasis; and five unique restaurants and bars for dining and entertainment, including the new high-tech Media Grill + Bar, the critically-acclaimed SĒR Steak + Spirits and the chic Gossip Bar. The Anatole boasts recent awards such as the 2013 Hilton Brand Award of Excellence and 2013 Hilton Award for Best Tactical Marketing Campaign to Drive Revenue www.hiltonanatole.com

About Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Founded in 1919 as the flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide, Hilton Hotels & Resorts continues to build upon its legacy of innovation by developing products and services to meet the needs of savvy global travelers at more than 550 hotels across six continents. Hilton is the stylish, forward-thinking global leader in hospitality with Team Members shaping experiences in which every guest feels cared for, valued and respected. Access the latest news at news.hilton.com and begin your journey at www.hilton.com or www.hilton.com/offers for the latest hotel specials. View a list of official social channels at www.hilton.com/social. Hilton Hotels & Resorts is one of Hilton Worldwide's 11 market leading brands.

Media Contact:
Courtney Morrow
Hilton Anatole
214-761-7207
[email protected]