Miami, FL – April 29, 2011 -- The Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort announced the appointment of Brigette Bienvenu as director of sales and marketing effective immediately, according to hotel General Manager, Andreas Ioannou. Bienvenu joins the 373-room hotel after her recent post as director of sales and marketing at the Doubletree by Hilton Grand Biscayne Bay in Miami.

Bienvenu began her hospitality career in 2000, advancing through various sales and catering sales positions in the New Orleans market.  In 2005, she joined the Doubletree Grand Hotel Biscayne Bay in Miami as a sales manager and was promoted to the director of sales and marketing position in July 2007.  Among her many business accomplishments, Bienvenu helped lead her team to win the 2007 Circle of Excellence “Hotel Team of the Year” and also was named the 2009 Circle of Excellence “Director of Sales & Marketing of the Year.”

She earned her undergraduate degree in communication studies from Loyola University in New Orleans, Louisiana.  On her own time, she enjoys cycling, running, kickboxing, the beach, theatre, dance and spending quality time with friends.

About Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort: “the spirit of elegance…personalized”
The spectacular Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort is a 25-story, all-suite flagship property ideally located on Fort Lauderdale’s exclusive North Beach, between the palm-shaded boulevards of Sunrise and Las Olas. Featuring 373-elegantly appointed studios, one, two and three-bedroom residences; a 20,000-sq.-ft. Sunrise Terrace with a pool and private cabanas overlooking the ocean; four restaurants; a European spa; 10,000 sq. ft. of meeting space; and children’s program, the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort prides itself on its personal services offered to guests, including dedicated beach concierges, kids concierges, premium transfer service, remote check-in and personalized shopping,
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort is located at 505 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard between Sunrise and Las Olas Boulevards.  For information and reservations, call 1-800-HILTONS (1-800-445-8667) or visit www.fortlauderdalebeachresort.com.

About Hilton Worldwide
Hilton Worldwide is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For 92 years, Hilton Worldwide has been offering business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. The company is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Its brands are comprised of more than 3,700 hotels and 610,000 rooms in 82 countries and include Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Hotels, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages the world-class guest reward program Hilton HHonors®. For more information about the company, visit www.hiltonworldwide.com.