Hilton Waikoloa Village Welcomes Christopher Anderson as Director of Sales
WAIKOLOA, HI. October 9, 2017 - The iconic Hilton Waikoloa Village - a 62-acre Pacific playground located on the Kohala Coast of Hawaii's Big Island - proudly announces the appointment of Christopher Anderson as Director of Sales. In this role, Anderson will focus on group sales initiatives to drive business and revenue for the property.
“We're proud to welcome Chris to Hilton Waikoloa Village as we strive to deliver authentic Hawaiian experiences,” said David Givens, General Manager of Hilton Waikoloa Village. “Chris' background in a variety of destinations and distinct roles, combined with his drive to create exceptional experiences for our group, meetings, and incentive customers are qualities that make him a great addition to our team.”
A native to California, Anderson has excelled during his seven years in the industry, as his impressive resume touts a spread of executive-level positions from Hyatt Regency Capitol Hill and Grand Hyatt Washington D.C. to Westin Maui Resort & Spa and most recently, a two-year stint at Hilton Anaheim in California, overseeing the sales effort and leading his team to achieve remarkable results.
The award-winning Hilton Waikoloa Village is a sweeping Pacific playground and alluring destination on the sunny Kohala Coast of the Island of Hawaii. The resort offers island hospitality with beautifully appointed guest rooms and stunning vistas of Waiulua Bay and tropical surroundings. Guests enjoy two distinct lodging experiences from premium accommodations in MAKAI at Lagoon Tower to a grand atrium welcome at Palace Tower. Amenities include three swimming pools, an ocean-fed snorkeling Lagoon Beach, waterfalls and waterways, locally-inspired treatments at Kohala Spa, and a wide variety of dining outlets that include Legends of Hawaii Luau, Kamuela Provision Company featuring panoramic sunset dining over the Pacific Ocean, Kona Tap Room, offering craft brews from Kona Brewing Company; and a Museum Walkway with 1,800 unique art pieces. Adventures within the surrounding Waikoloa Beach Resort range from two championship golf courses to world-class shopping. Hilton Waikoloa Village is a gateway to the Island of Hawaii, engaging travelers in the area's rich history through such interactive activities as hula and ukulele lessons and is the perfect starting point for the exploration of island attractions including active volcanoes, snow-capped mountains, lush valleys, breathtaking waterfalls, colorful beaches and deep culture, embodying the Island's Aloha Spirit.
For more information, please visit www.hiltonwaikoloavillage.com or call 808-886-1234
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