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Hilton Hotels & Resorts. Conrad Nicholson Hilton (December 25, 1887 – January 3, 1979) was an American businessman who founded the Hilton Hotels chain. From 1912 to 1916, Hilton was a Republican representative in the first New Mexico Legislature, but became disillusioned with the "inside deals" of politics.
Apr 2, 2014 · Conrad Hilton founded the Hilton Hotel empire and grew it into one of the largest private companies in the U.S., consisting of over 3600 hotels worldwide.
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Jan 26, 2022 · Conrad Hilton, born on December 25, 1887 in San Antonio, New Mexico, was the founder of Hilton Hotels and a hotel industry pioneer. Before starting Hilton Hotels, Hilton worked in his father’s general store, served in the army in World War I, and served as a representative in New Mexico’s state legislature.
Apr 24, 2018 · Conrad Nicholson Hilton was born to wealth. His father, “Colonel” A. H. “Gus” Hilton, was the leading merchant and trader in the tiny sun-baked mining village of San Antonio, New Mexico. Young Connie wanted to become a banker, and at age thirty-one he went to Texas to make his fortune in that industry.
When Conrad Hilton opened the first hotel to bear the Hilton name in 1925, he aimed to operate the best hotel in Texas. As a result of his commitment, leadership, and innovation, today Hilton is one of the most respected brands in the world.
Apr 24, 2019 · Historian Dr. Mark Young shares insights on Conrad N. Hilton and how the global hospitality company he founded forever changed the face of travel.
