Hilton Names Goldman President, Global Development

Hilton Hotels Corporation announced the appointment of Steven Goldman as president, global development and real estate. Goldman is currently president and chief executive officer of Sunstone Hotel Investors, a real estate investment trust that owns upscale hotels operated under various nationally recognized brands.

Goldman will join Hilton as part of its new senior leadership team. Hilton also announced three promotions within the company. Ian Carter, the current CEO of Hilton International, will assume the newly-created role of president, global operations, with responsibility for global operations, sales and revenue management.

Mark Wang, the current head of Hilton Grand Vacations, Asia, has been promoted to president, Hilton Grand Vacations, and will oversee all global timeshare operations. Additionally, Tim Harvey will take on an expanded role and in addition to being CIO will now oversee shared brand services.