Hilton’s Christopher J. Nassetta Named 2019 Cornell Hospitality Icon

January 30, 2019

The Cornell University School of Hotel Administration has selected Christopher J. Nassetta, president and chief executive officer of Hilton, to receive the 2019 Cornell Hospitality Icon of the Industry Award. The award will be presented at the 11th annual Cornell Hospitality Icon and Innovator Awards gala, Tuesday, June 4, at the Pierre Hotel in New York City. One of the largest hospitality companies in the world, Hilton boasts more than 5,600 properties in 113 countries. Over the last 11 years, Nassetta has led the company through enormous change and growth in the global travel and tourism industry, positioning Hilton for continued lea...