NEW YORK – MARCH 28, 2017 – New York Hilton Midtown has appointed Diarmuid Dwyer to the position of general manager effective April 3. In his new role, Dwyer will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the iconic 1,931-room hotel situated on Sixth Avenue between West 53rd and West 54th Streets in the epicenter of Midtown Manhattan.
“A proven and dynamic leader, Diarmuid possesses over 20 years of hospitality management experience,” said Keith Clampet, senior vice president, operations, Hilton. “His extensive experience with the brand as well as in room operations, food and beverage, property operations and developing effective top-line strategies will help elevate New York Hilton Midtown’s guest experience to new heights.”
Dwyer has been a prized member of the Hilton family for over a decade, including a 13-year tenure at the historic Waldorf Astoria New York where he most recently held positions as hotel manager and executive director of the Waldorf Towers, the 181-room luxury property within the Waldorf Astoria.
During his award-winning tenure at Waldorf Astoria New York, he increased guest satisfaction and team member engagement, pioneered a partnership with the Guerlain management team to open a 14,000 square foot luxury spa and most recently positioned the hotel with the owners for an extensive multi-year restoration.
A native of Ireland, Dwyer began his illustrious hospitality career at the prestigious Killarney Park Hotel located in Killarney, Ireland, before gaining resort experience at the Barton Creek Resort and Spa in Austin, Texas.
For more information about New York Hilton Midtown, visit www.newyorkhiltonhotel.com or call +1 212 586 7000.
