Conrad New York Midtown Appoints David Tortora to Director of Operations

Tortora Brings More Than 15 Years of Industry Experience to The Position, Including Five-Star Luxury Experience

USA, New York City, New York. September 23, 2022

David Tortora, has been named director of operations at Conrad New York Midtown. The 562-room luxury hotel located in the heart of Manhattan, features select king- and queen-bed rooms, spacious suites and a selection of premium accommodations. Tortora will oversee all operational departments at the hotel, including guest relations, food and beverage, housekeeping, front office, security and engineering.

"David's extensive experience across the hospitality industry and passion for delivering exceptional guest service from start to finish make him the perfect fit for this role at Conrad New York Midtown. His dedication to ensuring each guest's experience meets our high expectations will only further elevate our standards and the pride we take in creating memorable stays for every one of our guests." said Boris Guerov, general manager, Conrad New York Midtown.

"I am honored to join Conrad New York Midtown's team in this new role," said Tortora. "In my new position, I am committed to further building upon the hotel's already renowned reputation with regard to the overall guest experience by allowing our team to passionately deliver purposeful service and connect with guests to leave a lasting impression long after their visit"

Prior to joining Conrad New York Midtown, Tortora was with Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel for over five years, most recently serving as director of rooms for the 701-room luxury resort, playing an integral role in the reopening of the resort following a property-wide transformation. Tortora graduated from Conrad N. Hilton College at University of Houston with a degree focused in Hotel and Restaurant Management. He is a native New Yorker from Queens and very familiar with the city market.

Conrad New York Midtown is located at 151 W 54th Street in New York City. To book a reservation at Conrad New York Midtown, please call 1-800-HILTONS or visit conradnewyorkmidtown.com.

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David Tortora, Conrad New York Midtown

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About Conrad New York Midtown

Located in the heart of Manhattan, the all-suite, luxury Conrad New York Midtown offers discerning travelers a uniquely spacious and innately residential retreat. Conrad New York Midtown's 54 floors encompass 562 luxury suites, striking views, a curated art program, a 1,500 square foot fitness center and 6,000 square feet of flexible function space. Just steps away from Central Park, the hotel is surrounded by the best of New York City including Rockefeller Center, MoMA and the Theater District. Built in 1987, the property completed a full renovation touching all 54 floors, accommodations, and common spaces in 2019. Visit www.conradnewyorkmidtown.com/

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Spanning five continents with more than 40 properties, Conrad Hotels & Resorts has created a seamless connection between bold design, impactful experiences and curated contemporary art to inspire the conscientious traveler. Conrad is a place where guests are empowered to explore through intuitive service and experiences that authentically connect them with local culture. Experience an inspiring stay at Conrad Hotels & Resorts by booking at conradhotels.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Conrad Hotels & Resorts at stories.hilton.com/conradhotels, and follow the brand on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 18 world-class brands comprising 7,000 properties and 1.1 million rooms, in 122 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed more than 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, earned a top spot on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For list and been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for five consecutive years. Hilton has introduced several industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the 139 million members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.