BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. -- May 27, 2004 -- Effective
with today's Annual Meeting of Shareholders, previously announced management
appointments and promotions at Hilton Hotels Corporation (NYSE:HLT) are
now official:
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| Stephen F. Bollenbach, 61,
is now Co-Chairman of the Board (along with Barron Hilton), and continues
as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Bollenbach has responsibility for the company's
Operations, Finance, Legal, Human Resources, Information Technology and
Corporate Affairs/Investor Relations functions.
Matthew J. Hart, 51, is now President and |
Matthew J. Hart |
Chief Operating Officer after serving as Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer. Mr. Hart reports to Mr. Bollenbach, and has responsibility
for all operational aspects of the company, including owned and managed
hotel operations, franchising and brand development, the company's timeshare
business and its architecture and construction function.
Robert M. La Forgia, 45, is now Senior Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer after serving as Senior Vice President and Controller.
Mr. La Forgia also reports to Mr. Bollenbach and has responsibility for
the company's financial activities, including the project finance, asset
management, treasury, tax, financial reporting and accounting functions. |
