Eric Walters Named GM Hilton Vancouver
VANCOUVER, WA - June 2, 2010 - Hilton Worldwide announces that Eric Walters has been named the new General Manager of the 227-room hotel in Vancouver, Washington. Walters will report to Brad Hutton, Hilton Worldwide Area Vice President.
Walters has 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry and was most recently the hotel manager of the Hilton Seattle Airport and Conference Center. Prior to that, he was the general manager of Adam's Mark Hotels in St. Louis, Missouri. Walters served in similar positions at the Hilton Seattle Airport and Conference Center, Doubletree Hotel Yakima Valley in Washington and the Doubletree Hotel Denver. He has also held food & beverage positions with the Oasis Resort Hotel in Nevada and Brinker International in Denver.
Walters graduated from Oregon State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in food management and nutrition. He is a Hilton Worldwide award winner for leadership, guest loyalty and continuous improvement.
“Eric has a strong track record in the hospitality industry and I'm certain he will continue to elevate the Hilton Vancouver Washington's appeal to its broad base of guests,” said Brad Hutton, Area Vice President, Hilton Worldwide. “The hotel's close proximity to the airport and Portland attraction makes it a popular destination for travelers.”
The Hilton Vancouver Washington hotel is located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, Washington and is in close proximity to downtown Portland, Oregon. The hotel is 10 minutes from Portland International Airport.
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