DALLAS, Texas – [May 30, 2011] – Robert (Bob) McPherrin has been appointed to the position of Director of Sales and Marketing of the legendary Hilton Anatole.  As the leader of this critical team, McPherrin will oversee all aspects of the sales and marketing initiatives of the Four Diamond hotel, the largest in the Hilton Worldwide brand in terms of meeting space.  The 600,000-sq. ft., 1,606-room property has recently completed a $125 million renovation and is completing an additional $2.3 million enclosed and air-conditioned passageway connecting hotel and convention guests with the Trinity Ballroom and Exhibit Hall spaces.
 
“Bob brings an amazing wealth of knowledge, experience and energy to the Hilton Anatole,” said Harold Rapoza, general manager, Hilton Anatole.  “We are confident that his marketing expertise on a national and global level will continue and extend Hilton Anatole’s success and worldwide reputation as being one of the premier business, convention and leisure hotels.  We are proud to have him join our team.”
 
McPherrin has over 30 years experience in the hospitality industry including 20 years in hospitality sales.  Previously serving as Assistant Executive Director at the Grapevine Convention and Visitors Bureau, Vice-President of Sales and Marketing at the Gaylord Texan, Executive Director of Hotel Marketing at the MGM – Mirage, Director of Sales and Marketing at the Hotel Inter-Continental Chicago, and additional positions with Fairmont, Hilton, Marriott and Regents Hotels.  McPherrin graduated from Loyola University of Chicago and completed a Master of Education degree at the University of Illinois and is an Associate Professor at Collin College in Dallas. 
 
About Hilton Anatole
Located within a 45-acre campus in Dallas, Hilton Anatole features two high-rise atriums, a 27-story tower, and 1,606 luxuriously appointed guestrooms with first-class in-room amenities and Internet access. The hotel offers guests more than 600,000 square feet of event space as well as a variety of recreational activities, including viewing the Art Collection at the Hilton Anatole, one of the largest and most intriguing private assemblies for a U.S. hotel; an 80,000 square-foot health and fitness center, tennis courts, one of the finest lap pools in the region, and an indoor jogging track; gift and sundry boutiques; V Spa, the hotel’s newest luxury spa oasis; and eight unique restaurants and bars for dining and entertainment, including the new high-tech Media Grill + Bar, award-winning Nana and chic Gossip Bar. For more information, visit www.hiltonanatolehotel.com or call (214) 761-7209.
 
About Hilton Hotels & Resorts
Hilton Hotels & Resorts is the stylish, forward-thinking global leader of hospitality that welcomes guests in more countries than any other full-service hotel brand. The Hilton brand currently includes more than 530 hotels and resorts in 76 countries, and plans to serve travelers in 80 countries by the end of 2011. By offering innovative products, services and amenities, Hilton Hotels & Resorts enables travelers to be at their best 24/7, whether traveling for business or leisure. Start your journey at www.hilton.com. Hilton Hotels & Resorts is one of Hilton Worldwide’s ten market-leading brands.
 
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 91 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 3,600 hotels and 600,000 rooms in 82 countries and include Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Doubletree, 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.