BEVERLY HILLS, CA.--Thomas Keltner, Hilton's c.e.o. for the Americas and global brands, has announced he will step down from his position, effective in June. (Hilton Hotels Corp. headquarters, top right photo)
In a statement released by Hilton, Keltner said: "After more than 30 years in the hospitality industry, including eight years with Hilton Hotels Corp., I've announced plans to step away from an active role, effective this June. I will continue to work with Chris Nassetta, c.e.o., as an advisor for a couple of years. During and following that period of time, I will continue to serve on a few boards, increase my involvement in philanthropic endeavors, polish my golf game and do some traveling for pleasure!
Kendra Walker, v.p. of brand communications, said there are no plans to replace Keltner. 
In a statement released by Hilton, Keltner said: "After more than 30 years in the hospitality industry, including eight years with Hilton Hotels Corp., I've announced plans to step away from an active role, effective this June. I will continue to work with Chris Nassetta, c.e.o., as an advisor for a couple of years. During and following that period of time, I will continue to serve on a few boards, increase my involvement in philanthropic endeavors, polish my golf game and do some traveling for pleasure!
"The eight years I have spent with Hilton have been unbelievably exciting and satisfying. Our brands are in good shape and enjoy significant competitive RevPAR premiums. We have received more J.D. Power Awards for customer satisfaction than all our major competitors combined. Our owner relationships, which I greatly value, are solid and based on open, two way communication. Throughout the last eight years, we have opened nearly one new hotel every other day, and our development pipeline is the largest in our history.
"This is a perfect time for me to step back from day to day activities and relaunch into new and exciting directions."
Contact:
Linda Bain
SVP – Global Communications
Hilton Hotels Corporation
Tel: +1 310 205 4030
Cell: + 1 310 435 3285
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