Winners to represent the New England region at the National Youth Entrepreneurship Showcase in New York City this November

New York, NY (June 30, 2026) – The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) today announced the top student venture from its New England Youth Entrepreneurship Showcase, advancing to the U.S. National Youth Entrepreneurship Showcase on Nov. 18, 2026, at the New York Marriott Marquis in New York City.

Selected from a highly competitive pool of student-led businesses, this winner distinguished herself through innovative thinking and persuasive pitch delivery—hallmarks of NFTE’s experiential entrepreneurship model.

The student advancing to the national competition is:

- Isla Hughes from Ipswich High School in Ipswich, Massachusetts, with her business idea Nova Guide, an adaptive AI study co-pilot for students with executive function challenges.

The New England representative will compete alongside top student entrepreneurs from across the country, for the chance to advance to the World Youth Entrepreneurship Showcase on Nov. 19, 2026, and take the international stage at 787 Seventh Avenue in New York City.

“The New England Showcase reflects the ingenuity and drive we see in classrooms across the region,” said Jennifer Green, NFTE New England’s Sr. Manager, Programs. “These students are developing the adaptability, confidence and problem-solving skills that will serve them for a lifetime. We are incredibly proud to see them carry the New England region forward to New York this fall.”

In addition, NFTE New England recognized key contributors who strengthened the program’s reach and impact. Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) was named Corporate Volunteer of the Year, Mark Andrade received Individual Volunteer of the Year honors, and Jodie Woodruff from The MET School was named New England Teacher of the Year.

The showcase featured student pitches evaluated by a distinguished panel of judges, including Michael Azzollini, Partner at EY US; Victoria-Leigh Parisi, NFTE alumna and Digital Product Lead at Mass General Brigham Health Plan; and Angel Burgado, VP, Community Partnership Manager at Santander. Their insights and feedback will play a critical role in helping students refine their business strategies and presentation skills.

NFTE extends its sincere appreciation to The Boston Foundation for hosting this year’s event, and to presenting sponsors EY US, the G-Unity Foundation, PayPal, Santander and Zuora, with additional support from Britebound. Their partnership ensures that more young people across New England gain access to high-quality entrepreneurship education and opportunities to bring their ideas to life.

For media inquiries, contact Denise Berkhalter Miller, National Director of Communications, at mediainquiries@nfte.com or (917) 281-4362.

About NFTE

Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) brings the power of entrepreneurship education to learners, educators, and decision-makers so all young people can own their futures. A global nonprofit founded in 1987, NFTE leads the global movement for equitable access to entrepreneurship education. NFTE has educated nearly 2 million learners, delivering its programs in school, out of school, in-person, online, or through hybrid models.

Combination creates one of the largest entrepreneurship education organizations, pioneering a new model for nonprofit growth and collective impact.

New York, NY and San Francisco, CA, July 21, 2026 – The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) and BUILD.org today announced plans to merge, pending regulatory approval, creating an organization that will serve more than 350,000 students annually. BUILD will become the first organization in NFTE’s family of brands, a longer-term vision to strengthen entrepreneurship education through collaboration and collective action. By unifying, they are making a bold investment in the future of learning by preparing young people, particularly those in under-resourced communities, to thrive in a world where AI and other emerging technologies are transforming how we learn, work, and create opportunity.

As industries, careers, and pathways to opportunity continue to evolve, the entrepreneurial mindset, including skills such as creativity, collaboration, adaptability, problem-solving, and opportunity recognition, becomes increasingly valuable. NFTE and BUILD have spent a combined 67 years helping young people develop these uniquely human capabilities through entrepreneurship education. Now they are uniting to expand that impact at scale and help more students harness technology as a tool for innovation, learning, and economic opportunity.

“By bringing together NFTE and BUILD, we are creating the foundation of a family of brands that can accelerate innovation and deepen impact across entrepreneurship education,” said Dr. J.D. LaRock, President and CEO of NFTE. “Together, we can reach more students, deliver more transformative experiences, and combine NFTE’s entrepreneurial mindset with BUILD’s Spark Skills through the project-based learning experiences that are central to both organizations, helping young people develop the creativity, resilience, and leadership skills they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.”

“For years, both of our organizations have understood that preparing young people for the future requires more than great programs; it requires systemic change,” said Thais Rezende, President and Interim CEO of BUILD. “Together with NFTE, we have the collective reach and capacity to pursue the broader change both organizations have long envisioned, moving entrepreneurship education from an optional elective toward a core part of how young people are prepared for their futures.”

A New Model for Nonprofit Growth

The merger reflects a broader shift in how mission-driven organizations can scale. Rather than growing through traditional expansion alone, NFTE and BUILD are pioneering a new model for impact in the entrepreneurship education nonprofit sector. They are preserving what makes each organization unique while unlocking greater reach and efficiency. With a projected annual operating budget of approximately $18 million, the combined organization unites NFTE’s national and global reach, educator training, and research capabilities with BUILD’s relationship-centered, experiential learning model.

“The nonprofit sector is entering a period of transformation,” said Patty Alper, President of the Teach to Work Foundation and Co-Chair of the NFTE Board of Directors. “Organizations are increasingly being challenged to think beyond traditional structures and find new ways to create impact at scale. This partnership demonstrates how mission-aligned organizations can come together to build something larger than any one organization could achieve on its own.”

“Education is at an inflection point,” said Anthony Salcito, General Manager, Enterprise at Coursera, Inc. and Co-Chair of the NFTE Board of Directors. “Young people are preparing for a future that will require continuous learning, adaptability, and the ability to create opportunity in changing environments. Education must do more than prepare students for a first job; it must equip them to think critically, solve problems, collaborate with others, and shape their own paths. Bringing our organizations together gives us a greater ability to help make that shift at scale.”

Connecting New York and Silicon Valley

The merger brings together two organizations built in two of the country’s most influential economic centers. NFTE, founded in New York City, the world’s biggest financial capital, and BUILD, founded in Silicon Valley, the global epicenter of innovation, have spent decades helping young people develop the entrepreneurial mindset needed to navigate change and create opportunity. By combining, they are connecting the nation’s financial and innovation anchors to help shape the future of education.

“BUILD was founded on a simple but powerful idea: when young people are given the opportunity to create, lead, and solve real-world problems, they develop skills and confidence that last a lifetime,” said Suzanne McKechnie Klahr, Founder of BUILD. “Joining NFTE’s family of brands brings together BUILD’s project-based, experiential approach with NFTE’s global reach. What began in Silicon Valley and New York City can now come together to help shape how young people around the world learn to create, lead, and own their futures.”

“Bringing together an organization born in Silicon Valley with one founded in New York connects two of the world’s most influential centers of innovation and finance around a shared goal: ensuring that young people, particularly those too often left out of these networks of opportunity, have the skills, relationships, and confidence to help shape and participate in the future economy,” said David Peinsipp, Partner and Co-chair of the global capital markets group at Cooley, a global law firm, and Chair of the BUILD Board of Directors.

The First Chapter of NFTE’s Family of Brands

This merger marks the first chapter in NFTE’s larger vision to bring together mission-aligned organizations, expand access to entrepreneurial learning, and build a stronger national and global ecosystem dedicated to helping young people own their futures.

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About NFTE

Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) brings the power of entrepreneurship education to learners, educators, and decision-makers so all young people can own their futures. A global nonprofit founded by Steve Mariotti in 1987, NFTE leads the movement for equitable access to entrepreneurship education, having reached nearly 2 million learners worldwide through school, community, out-of-school, and digital programming. Learn more at nfte.com.

About BUILD

Founded in 1999, BUILD is a national nonprofit that ignites the potential of youth from under-resourced communities through entrepreneurship education. BUILD has served more than 400,000 students across 2,000+ communities nationwide. Learn more at build.org.

NFTE’s latest NEXUS policy brief is “Entrepreneurship Education in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: How AI Literacy, Entrepreneurial Learning, and Human Skills Can Prepare Students for the Future of Work.”

As generative AI rapidly reshapes education and the workforce, the question for schools is increasingly shifting from whether students will use AI to how we prepare them to use it thoughtfully, critically, and creatively. The brief makes the case that technical AI literacy alone is not enough—young people also need the critical thinking, creativity, communication, adaptability, and entrepreneurial skills to effectively work alongside AI.

Drawing on NFTE’s Next Level Startup: Make AI Your Cofounder program and our partnership with Campus Without Walls, the brief highlights what this can look like in practice: students using AI to develop and test real-world ideas while learning to evaluate AI-generated information, exercise judgment, and strengthen their own problem-solving.

The brief also offers three recommendations for policymakers and education leaders:

- Develop comprehensive AI literacy frameworks that include human and entrepreneurial skills

- Expand experiential and entrepreneurial approaches to AI learning

- Invest in teacher training and professional development so educators can effectively integrate AI into instruction

We hope the brief contributes to the growing conversation about what meaningful AI readiness should look like for young people—and how we can prepare students not simply to use AI, but to lead, innovate, and thrive in an AI-enabled economy.

Global Innovation Challenge Invites Youth to Reimagine Education, Financial Well-Being, Health, and Economic Opportunity Through Entrepreneurial Thinking

NEW YORK, NY (Sept. 9, 2026) – he Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) today announced the launch of the 2026-2027 World Series of Innovation (WSI), the free online global innovation challenge and learning experience that empowers young people ages 5-24 to develop creative solutions to real-world problems aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Launching at a pivotal moment in NFTE’s history, this year’s competition reflects the organization’s expanded vision following its merger with BUILD and the growing strength of its family of brands. NFTE and BUILD are helping lead a new era of entrepreneurship and career-connected learning, equipping young people with the mindset, skills, and experiences needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Through WSI, participants apply entrepreneurial thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills to address pressing challenges in their communities and beyond. Competitors may participate individually or as part of a team, with submissions due by Dec. 13, 2026, at innovation.nfte.com.

“Young people are inheriting a world defined by rapid technological change, complex global challenges, and unprecedented opportunities,” said Dr. J.D. LaRock, president & CEO of NFTE. “The World Series of Innovation gives them the opportunity to see themselves as real problem-solvers. As NFTE and BUILD come together around a shared vision for the future of education, we are doubling down on our commitment to helping young people develop the entrepreneurial mindset needed to shape the future.”

Participants will compete for cash prizes ranging from $300 to $1,500, with remaining teams earning global recognition for their innovative ideas. Competition winners will be announced in spring 2027.

This Year’s Challenges

WSI Imagination League (Ages 5-12)

- Aflatoun Kidpreneurs Challenge (SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth)

- MetLife Foundation Good Health & Well-Being Challenge (SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being)

WSI Impact League (Ages 13-24)

- EverBank Smart Hustle Challenge (SDG 4: Quality Education)

- MetLife Foundation Good Health & Well-Being Challenge (SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being)

- Fifth Third Bank Skills for Success Challenge (SDG 4: Quality Education)

- Intuit Food Truck Innovation Challenge (SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth)

- EY Responsible AI Challenge (SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions)

Building the Next Generation of Changemakers

Each year, the World Series of Innovation engages thousands of young people around the globe through innovation challenges designed in partnership with leading companies and foundations. The program also provides educators, parents, and youth-serving organizations with free challenge-based learning resources that guide participants through the innovation process, helping them identify problems, generate ideas, and develop stronger submissions.

By tackling real-world problems aligned with the SDGs, participants strengthen essential entrepreneurial and workplace readiness skills including creativity, critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and adaptability.

The competition is open to youth worldwide, and submissions are accepted in English, Spanish, Arabic, Simplified Chinese, and Hindi. Key resources, challenge information, and supporting materials are also available in these languages to help participants navigate the competition and develop their submissions.

For complete challenge details, rules, prizes, and submission information, visit innovation.nfte.com.

For media inquiries, contact Denise Berkhalter Miller, APR, at mediainquiries@nfte.com or (917) 281-4362.

About NFTE

Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) brings the power of entrepreneurship education to learners, educators, and decision-makers so all young people can own their futures. A global nonprofit founded by Steve Mariotti in 1987, NFTE leads the movement for equitable access to entrepreneurship education, having reached nearly 2 million learners worldwide through school, community, out-of-school, and digital programming. Learn more at nfte.com.

To the NFTE and BUILD communities:

As the new school year is underway, our two organizations are becoming one. Our purpose in that work is unchanged, and it is ambitious: that every young person will learn how to start a business.

We enter the new year holding advantages few organizations in our field can claim:

- We will reach more than 350,000 students a year, in schools, communities, out-of-school programs, and online.

- Our educator training and research capabilities are among the strongest in the field.

- Our commitment to a young person runs for years, not a single semester.

- Most powerfully—most distinctively—we now stand in New York and Silicon Valley: the world’s largest financial capital and the global center of innovation, joined around one purpose. Nothing like that combination exists in our field.

Nearly forty years ago, when entrepreneurship was treated as a subject for graduate business schools rather than for teenagers, NFTE began teaching it in New York City classrooms. Twelve years later, BUILD began doing the same in East Palo Alto. Between us, we have spent 67 years naming and teaching capabilities like creativity, collaboration, adaptability, problem-solving, opportunity recognition, long before the labor market made their value obvious.

But we cannot rest on our laurels. AI is advancing faster than any technology in our lifetimes. It is no longer merely a tool; it is an entity inorganic, agentic, and autonomous entity, and it is transforming how young people learn, work, and create opportunity. Knowledge itself is becoming a commodity. And the entrepreneurial mindset must be built to prepare the next generation to thrive.

AI is the context. Young people are the subject. We must keep them at the center of our endeavor.

This spring and summer, NFTE regional showcases and BUILDFests put that conviction on display. In St. Louis and Chicago, in Los Angeles and the Bay Area, in Pittsburgh and Baltimore and the Bronx and Boston, students pitched ventures to panels of judges. NFTE winners earned their place at the U.S. National Youth Entrepreneurship Showcase in New York on November 18, where the top team will advance to compete against students from more than twenty countries on November 19.

Look at what they built. Malik Oladokun’s Helply, an AI platform connecting young people to community service. Team RebBudget, a financial planning app that helps customers save for big ticket items while managing every day expenses. Isla Hughes’s Nova Guide, an adaptive AI study co-pilot for students with executive function challenges. Brandon Garcia’s ProspectPath, giving overlooked athletes the structure and exposure to compete for college scholarships.

These young entrepreneurs are marshaling AI against the problems of their own communities at a speed no previous generation could have imagined. They are our vanguard, and they are emblems of the entrepreneurial mindset we intend every student we serve to carry.

The hardest problems of this era live in the gap between what school teaches and what the world asks. So our real work is to build the infrastructure of an entrepreneurial mind—NFTE’s entrepreneurial mindset joined to BUILD’s Spark Skills of communication, collaboration, problem solving, innovation, grit, and self-management—so that a young person can cross that gap and act wisely where no answer is given in advance. We will build it in every classroom we reach, in every community we serve, and beyond.

This work will not unfold in easy conditions. Public education budgets are under pressure, philanthropic support is contested, and organizations serving young people are consolidating or closing. We will not navigate that by waiting to see what others do. We will guide our innovations along a clear vector: they must serve young people, and they must serve the communities they come from.

That is the standard our family of brands will meet. BUILD is its first chapter, and the aim is systemic: to move entrepreneurship education from an optional elective toward a core part of how young people are prepared for their futures.

Neither of our organizations has ever accepted the boundaries our sector handed us. In 1987, we taught business ownership to young people the business world had written off. In 1999, BUILD began with four high school students who wanted to start a business and were at risk of leaving school, and with a mentor who bet that entrepreneurship would keep them there. This year, in a field that rewards institutions for competing, we chose to combine instead.

We will do it again, on our own terms.

In the age of autonomous machines, the organizations that keep young people at the center will define what comes next.

That organization will be ours.

Dr. J.D. LaRock

President and Chief Executive Officer

- Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards recognized more than 50 Hilton properties across its U.S. and U.K. surveys.

- Six Hilton properties received No. 1 rankings in their respective categories, including four Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts properties and two Conrad Hotels & Resorts properties.

- Hotels from eight Hilton brands were recognized, including Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, LXR Hotels & Resorts, NoMad Hotels, Signia Hilton, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Curio Collection by Hilton and Motto by Hilton.

MCLEAN, Va. – Hilton (NYSE: HLT), a global leader in hospitality, announces that more than 50 of its properties have earned prestigious spots in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, as voted by travelers from the U.S. and U.K. This recognition reflects Hilton’s ongoing commitment to delivering world-class experiences around the globe, with properties across Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, LXR Hotels & Resorts, NoMad Hotels, Signia Hilton, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Curio Collection by Hilton and Motto by Hilton earning spots on this year’s list. Six Hilton properties received first-place rankings from readers in their respective categories, and 26 Hilton properties were ranked in the top five in their markets.

“We are immensely proud that the readers of Condé Nast Traveler across the globe have recognized more than 50 Hilton properties in this year’s awards,” said Chris Silcock, president, global brands and commercial services, Hilton. “This is a direct reflection of our team members’ passion and commitment to delivering exceptional service and creating unforgettable experiences for guests. As our portfolio continues to intentionally expand around the world, we remain focused on inspiring guest loyalty and raising the bar for global hospitality.”

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts saw incredible recognition within the U.S. survey, with four properties receiving first-place rankings: The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel as the No. 1 Hotel in New Orleans, Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead as the No. 1 Hotel in Atlanta, Waldorf Astoria Helsinki as the No. 1 Hotel in Northern Europe (in its inaugural year of opening), and Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal recognized as the No. 1 Resort in Western Mexico for the third year running.

Seven Conrad Hotels & Resorts were recognized by U.S. readers, with two properties receiving first-place rankings: Conrad Beijing as the No. 1 Hotel in Beijing and Conrad Koh Samui as the No. 1 Resort in Thailand.

Within LXR Hotels & Resorts, Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts was named the No. 2 Hotel in Southern California and Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts was spotlighted as the No. 6 Resort in the Southwest.

The Beverly Hilton represented Hilton Hotels & Resorts in the U.S. rankings, placing No. 19 among hotels in Los Angeles. Hilton Hotels & Resorts was also recognized in the U.K. rankings, with Hilton Molino Stucky Venice placing No. 6 among hotels in Venice.

Three Signia Hilton properties earned recognition from U.S. readers, with Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek named the No. 2 Resort in Orlando, La Cantera Resort & Spa, A Signia Hilton Resort, featured as the No. 11 Resort in the Southwest and Signia by Hilton Atlanta Georgia World Congress Center ranked the No. 8 Hotel in Atlanta.

Bottom: Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton (L) & The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton (R)

This year’s awards recognized 13 individually remarkable Curio Collection by Hilton properties across the U.S. survey, led by Hotel Alpenrock Breckenridge, Curio Collection by Hilton, which earned the No. 3 Hotel ranking in Colorado. The brand secured multiple No. 4 rankings, with The ART Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton in Colorado, C. Baldwin, Curio Collection by Hilton in Texas and The Godfrey Detroit, Curio Collection by Hilton in the Midwest. The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection by Hilton and The Valorian West Hollywood, Curio Collection by Hilton, both of which opened this year, were recognized in their respective categories. Additional recognition spanned markets including Florida, Ireland and the United Kingdom.

Motto by Hilton also made its debut in the Readers’ Choice Awards with Motto by Hilton Nashville Downtown landing as the No. 6 Hotel in the South. The recognition highlights the brand’s recent debut in Music City as a launchpad for exploring the best of Nashville.

Returning for its 39th year, Condé Nast Traveler’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards continue to offer a comprehensive look at the places and travel experiences its readers are eagerly anticipating revisiting. The Readers' Choice Awards, with its unparalleled legacy as the travel industry's longest-running and most prestigious accolades from readers, remain the ultimate symbol and acknowledgment of excellence within the travel sector.

The following Hilton properties were featured in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards:

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts

U.S. Survey Results

- The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel – No. 1 Hotel in New Orleans and No. 28 Hotel in the World

- Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead – No. 1 Hotel in Atlanta

- Waldorf Astoria Helsinki – No. 1 Hotel in Northern Europe

- Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal – No. 1 Resort in Western Mexico

- Waldorf Astoria Chengdu – No. 2 Hotel in Asia

- Waldorf Astoria Orlando – No. 3 Resort in Orlando

- Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island – No. 3 Resort in the Indian Ocean

- Waldorf Astoria Washington DC – No. 3 Hotel in Washington, D.C.

- Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas – No. 4 Hotel in Las Vegas

- Waldorf Astoria Park City – No. 4 Hotel in the West & Southwest

- Waldorf Astoria Beijing – No. 5 Hotel in Beijing

- Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya – No. 5 Resort in Eastern Mexico

- Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel – No. 5 Hotel in Rome

- Waldorf Astoria New York – No. 6 Hotel in New York City

- Waldorf Astoria Chicago – No. 8 Hotel in Chicago

- Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam – No. 8 Hotel in Amsterdam

- Waldorf Astoria Berlin – No. 8 Hotel in Northern Europe

- Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort – No. 15 Resort in Hawaii

- Waldorf Astoria Versailles – Trianon Palace – No. 16 Hotel in Paris

U.K. Survey Results

- Waldorf Astoria New York – No. 6 Hotel in the Americas

- Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi – No. 17 Resort in the Indian Ocean

LXR Hotels & Resorts

U.S. Survey Results

- Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts – No. 2 Hotel in Southern California

- Ka La'i Waikīkī Beach, LXR Hotels & Resorts – No. 4 Hotel in Hawaii

- Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts – No. 6 Resort in the Southwest

- Cameo Beverly Hills, LXR Hotels & Resorts – No. 11 Hotel in Los Angeles

- Zemi Beach House, LXR Hotels & Resorts – No. 23 Resort in the Caribbean Islands

U.K. Survey Results

- Umana Bali, LXR Hotels & Resorts – No. 5 Resort in Indonesia

Conrad Hotels & Resorts

U.S. Survey Results

- Conrad Beijing – No. 1 Hotel in Beijing

- Conrad Koh Samui – No. 1 Resort in Thailand

- Conrad Shenzhen – No. 4 Hotel in Asia

- Conrad Osaka – No. 6 Hotel in Japan

- Conrad Singapore Orchard – No. 7 Hotel in Singapore

- Conrad Rabat Arzana – No. 10 Resort in the Rest of Africa

- Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya – No. 15 Resort in Eastern Mexico

NoMad Hotels

U.K. Survey Results

- NoMad London – No. 28 Hotel in the UK

Signia Hilton

U.S. Survey Results

- Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek – No. 2 Resort in Orlando

- Signia by Hilton Atlanta Georgia World Congress Center – No. 8 Hotel in Atlanta

- La Cantera Resort & Spa, A Signia Hilton Resort – No. 11 Resort in the Southwest

Hilton Hotels & Resorts

U.S. Survey Results

- The Beverly Hilton – No. 19 Hotel in Los Angeles

U.K. Survey Results

- Hilton Molino Stucky Venice – No. 6 Hotel in Venice

Curio Collection by Hilton

U.S. Survey Results

- Baker's Cay Resort Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton – No. 3 Resort in Florida Keys

- Hotel Alpenrock Breckenridge, Curio Collection by Hilton – No. 3 Hotel in Colorado

- The ART Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton – No. 4 Hotel in Colorado

- C. Baldwin, Curio Collection by Hilton – No. 4 Hotel in Texas

- The Godfrey Detroit, Curio Collection by Hilton – No. 4 Hotel in the Midwest

- The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton – No. 5 Hotel in Ireland

- The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection by Hilton – No. 8 Hotel in Texas

- Casa Marina Key West, Curio Collection by Hilton – No. 9 Hotel in Florida

- The Valorian West Hollywood, Curio Collection by Hilton – No. 9 Hotel in Los Angeles

- Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton – No. 10 Hotel in the Midwest

- The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton – No. 10 Hotel in the United Kingdom

- The Harpeth Franklin Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton – No. 11 Hotel in the South

- Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton – No. 13 Resort in Southern California

Motto by Hilton

U.S. Survey Results

- Motto by Hilton Nashville Downtown – No. 6 Hotel in the South

The 2026 Readers' Choice Awards are published on Condé Nast Traveler's website at cntraveler.com/rca and celebrated in the November issue.

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FAQ: Hilton Earns Top Recognition in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards Across U.S. and U.K. Surveys

53 Hilton properties across eight distinct brands were recognized by Condé Nast Traveler readers in the 2026 U.S. and U.K. Readers’ Choice Awards, up from 47 properties in 2025.

Six Hilton properties earned No. 1 rankings in their respective categories:

- Conrad Koh Samui – No. 1 Resort in Thailand

- The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel – No. 1 Hotel in New Orleans

- Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead – No. 1 Hotel in Atlanta

- Waldorf Astoria Helsinki – No. 1 Hotel in Northern Europe

- Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal – No.

- LXR Hotels & Resorts debuts in India with the opening of The Den Bengaluru, introducing Hilton’s collection of highly curated, bespoke luxury hotels to one of the country’s most important and internationally connected markets.

- Located in Whitefield, the 226-room hotel offers a contemporary expression of luxury shaped by its locale, alongside five dining and social venues, wellness and recreation facilities, and more than 21,000 square feet of event space.

- The hotel’s first phase of signature programming brings together ‘The Pause Program’ and ‘Whitefield Unscripted’, both of which offer experiences which are restorative and locally rooted.

BENGALURU, India – Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of The Den Bengaluru, LXR Hotels & Resorts, marking the debut of the award-winning luxury brand in India. Owned by Dan Hospitality India Pvt. Ltd. and managed by Hilton, The Den Bengaluru brings LXR Hotels & Resorts’ tailored approach to luxury to Whitefield, where heritage meets innovation, creative expression intersects with a global business hub, and vibrant urban energy coexists with a more relaxed rhythm.

The 226-room hotel opens its doors as an LXR Hotels & Resorts and embraces the brand’s DNA with the launch of two signature programmes that bring its philosophy of personal discovery and sense of place to life. The Pause Program translates The Den’s Pause in the Pulse philosophy into thoughtful rituals woven throughout the guest journey, creating moments to slow down, reset and recharge. Whitefield Unscripted, inspired by LXR Hotels & Resorts’ Pursuit of Adventure, takes guests beyond the hotel to discover or rediscover the people, places and stories that give Whitefield its distinctive character.

Zubin Saxena, senior vice president and regional head, South Asia, Hilton, said, “India is one of Hilton’s most important growth markets, and the emerging expectations of the country’s luxury traveller are creating significant opportunity for brands that offer individual and experience-led stays. Bengaluru is a natural market for this next phase of growth as it is globally connected, culturally dynamic and home to a diverse community of travellers. As we continue to grow our luxury portfolio across the country, The Den Bengaluru, LXR Hotels & Resorts adds a new dimension to the experiences we can offer travellers.”

The hotel’s guest rooms, studios and suites couple intuitive technology with soothing interiors suited to business travel, leisure and extended stays. Dining spans four venues, including Layla, a rooftop restaurant with Indian and Mediterranean influences; The Creek, the hotel’s all-day dining multi-cuisine destination; The Deli, offering specialty coffee and artisanal pastries; and wellness-focused The Cold Press, a dedicated wellness counter offering cold-pressed juices, smoothies and nourishing refreshments.

At the heart of the hotel's wellness offering is The Sanctuary spa, where treatments are drawn from contemporary wellness practices and traditional healing philosophies. Guests can maintain their routines at The Studio fitness centre or unwind by the outdoor pool. Recreational spaces include The Playhouse, which features digital tabletop games and a pool table, and The Cave, an immersive screening experience designed to encourage informal socialising. For meetings, weddings and celebrations, the hotel offers more than 21,000 square feet of flexible event space across seven venues, ranging from a ballroom and auditorium to meeting rooms and an open-air amphitheatre.

“LXR Hotels & Resorts brings together a hand-selected collection of distinctive hotels in the world’s most alluring destinations,” said Dino Michael, senior vice president and category head, Hilton Luxury. "Each has its own story, character and point of view, offering guests a more intimate and unexpected way to experience the places they visit. With The Den Bengaluru, LXR makes its debut in India, bringing this spirit to a city with remarkable creative energy, cultural depth and cosmopolitan pulse. Rooted in Whitefield and connected to the wider rhythm of Bengaluru, the hotel invites guests to linger a little longer, look a little closer and discover something new. It is a fitting addition to a collection created for travelers who know the world well and still want to be surprised.”

Vinesh Gupta, general manager, The Den Bengaluru, LXR Hotels & Resorts, said,“We are proud to partner with Hilton and enter a new chapter with The Den Bengaluru as a part of LXR Hotels & Resorts. The hotel has always shared a close connection with Whitefield and joining LXR Hotels & Resorts allows us to build on that foundation through distinctive experiences and highly personalised service, complemented by the strength and reliability of Hilton Honors. With Hilton's global expertise and the unique spirit of LXR Hotels & Resorts, we look forward to welcoming guests from Bengaluru and around the world in new and meaningful ways.”

Through The Pause Program, restorative touches are woven throughout the stay, from a calming arrival experience and curated in-room amenities including a sleep well kit and pillow menu, to nourishing options at The Creek. Whitefield Unscripted offers immersive ways to experience the neighbourhood, including the Whitefield Verandah Trail, which explores heritage bungalows and longstanding local institutions, and Whitefield’s Farm Story, where guests can harvest produce at a local farm before enjoying a personalised meal created by the hotel’s culinary team.

The hotel is part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest loyalty program for Hilton’s 28 distinct hotel brands. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including flexible Points and money payment options, exclusive member discounts and complimentary standard Wi-Fi. Members also enjoy popular digital tools available exclusively through the Hilton Honors mobile app, including digital check-in, room selection and Digital Key.

FAQ: LXR Hotels & Resorts Debuts in India with The Den Bengaluru

Its global connectivity, dynamic cultural and creative landscape, and diverse community of business and leisure travellers create strong demand for distinctive, experience-led luxury. Within the city, Whitefield’s blend of heritage, innovation and neighbourhood character offers a compelling setting for LXR’s destination-driven approach.

The hotel features 226 guest rooms, studios and suites, with intuitive technology and soothing interiors designed for business travel, leisure stays and extended visits.

The hotel offers five dining and social venues: Layla, a rooftop restaurant pairing Indian flavours with Mediterranean cuisine; The Creek, an all-day dining destination; The Nest, a social space for cocktails and curated programming; The Deli, serving specialty coffee and artisanal pastries; and the wellness focused The Cold Press.

Guests can experience The Pause Program and Whitefield Unscripted. Together, these two programmes bring complementary dimensions of the hotel to life: one creates moments of calm within the rhythm of the city, while the other invites those looking to discover or rediscover Whitefield to engage more closely with the neighbourhood’s heritage, culture and community.

The hotel features The Sanctuary spa, The Studio fitness centre and an outdoor pool. Recreational spaces include The Playhouse for games and informal socialising, and The Cave, an immersive screening experience for corporate and social gatherings.

Yes. The hotel offers more than 21,000 square feet of flexible event space across seven venues, including a ballroom, auditorium, meeting rooms and an open-air amphitheatre.

Yes. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels can earn and redeem Points and access member benefits and digital tools, including Digital Check-In, room selection and Digital Key. Guests can book the hotel through Hilton’s website or the Hilton Honors app.

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About Hilton

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 28 world-class brands comprising more than 9,400 properties and nearly 1.4 million rooms, in 144 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 4 billion guests in its more than 100-year history. Named as the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune, Hilton aims to create the best culture for its 500,000 team members around the world. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 260 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

About LXR Hotels & Resorts

LXR Hotels & Resorts is a growing collection of over 40 trading and pipeline luxury properties that celebrate the timeless pursuit of personal adventure. Found in the world's most alluring destinations, each hand-selected property boasts its own storied past and is infused with the essence of its distinctive locale, providing a luxurious hub for the discerning adventurer.

• Hilton and Scandic Hotels Group have signed a multi-year development agreement covering Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland.

• The first hotel announced under the agreement is a 284-room Hilton Hotels & Resorts property at Scanport, adjacent to Copenhagen Airport, expected to open in 2029.

• Hilton and Scandic also plan to introduce new benefits for Hilton Honors and Scandic Friends members, with further details to be announced.

STOCKHOLM, Sweden – Hilton (NYSE: HLT) and Scandic Hotels Group, the largest hotel operator in the Nordics, have signed a strategic agreement to accelerate the growth of Hilton’s brands across Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland.

Under the multi-year agreement, Hilton and Scandic will work together to pursue development opportunities across the four markets, combining Hilton’s globally recognised brands and commercial reach with Scandic’s extensive regional platform, operational expertise and established presence throughout the Nordics. The agreement focuses on individual development opportunities for Hilton and Scandic across the Nordics and is not a broad conversion of Scandic’s portfolio.

The companies will also announce new benefits for members of the Hilton Honors and Scandic Friends loyalty programs at a later date, with the shared ambition to further open the Nordics to Hilton Honors members and the world to Scandic Friends.

The agreement is already taking shape in Copenhagen, where Scandic has signed a new Hilton Hotels & Resorts property at Scanport, adjacent to Copenhagen Airport. The 284-room hotel will be operated by Scandic under a franchise agreement with Hilton and is expected to open in 2029.

Located near Scandinavia's largest aviation hub, the full-service property will feature a restaurant and bar, meeting and event facilities, wellness amenities, a fitness area and an executive lounge overlooking the Öresund Strait. The construction will start as soon as the remaining pending conditions have been met.

The relationship between Hilton and Scandic spans more than two decades, with three Hilton Hotels & Resorts properties currently operating in Helsinki: Hilton Helsinki Airport, Hilton Helsinki Strand and Hilton Helsinki Kalastajatorppa. Plans are underway to renovate Hilton Helsinki Airport through a multi-phase refurbishment programme that will modernise key guest-facing areas and further enhance the overall hotel experience.

Chris Nassetta, president & CEO, Hilton, said, “This strategic agreement represents a significant milestone for Hilton in the Nordics, creating a clear pathway to expand our leading brands across four important markets. It reflects our long-term ambition for the region and, together with Scandic, opens the door to significant new opportunities for Hilton, our owners and our guests.”

Jens Mathiesen, president & CEO, Scandic Hotels Group, said, “This agreement is well aligned with Scandic's long-term growth strategy. Having successfully franchised and operated Hilton hotels in Helsinki for many years, we have demonstrated the strength of combining a global brand with Scandic's leading operational platform. Together with Hilton, we see attractive opportunities to grow and expand our business across the Nordics.”

The agreement comes amid continued momentum for travel across the Nordic region, where inbound tourism has seen a strong and sustained recovery in recent years. International demand has continued to grow, supported by increasing interest in nature-based experiences, outdoor travel and cooler-climate destinations. In 2025, Sweden recorded more than 70 million guest nights1, Denmark around 68 million2, Norway more than 40 million3, and Finland over 23 million 4, with international demand – including from the United States and major European source markets – contributing strongly to growth.

FAQ : Hilton and Scandic Sign New Nordics Strategic Agreement

Hilton and Scandic Hotels Group have signed a multi-year agreement to develop Hilton-branded hotels across the Nordic region. The agreement combines Hilton’s global brands and commercial reach with Scandic’s local operating expertise and established presence in the region.

The agreement covers Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland.

Scandic has signed an agreement for a new 284-room Hilton Hotels & Resorts property at Scanport, adjacent to Copenhagen Airport in Denmark. Plans are also underway to renovate Hilton Helsinki Airport through a multi-phase refurbishment programme that will modernise key guest-facing areas and further enhance the overall hotel experience.

Yes. Hilton and Scandic plan to introduce new benefits for Hilton Honors and Scandic Friends members. Further details will be announced at a later date.

1Figures from Tillväxt verket - Inkvarteringsstatistik - Accommodation statistics.

2Figures from Statistics Denmark - Almost 68 million tourist overnight stays in 2025

3Figures from Statistics Norway - Record number of guest nights in 2025

4 Figures from Statistics Finland - Nights spent by non-resident tourists in Finland up by 13 per cent from the previous year in 2025 | Statistics Finland

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This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements related to our expectations regarding the performance of our business, future financial results, liquidity and capital resources and other non-historical statements. In some cases, you can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "outlook," "believes," "expects," "forecasts," "potential," "continues," "may," "will," "should," "could," "seeks," "projects," "predicts," "intends," "plans," "estimates," "anticipates" or the negative version of these words or other comparable words. Such forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties including, among others, risks inherent to the hospitality industry; macroeconomic factors beyond our control, such as inflation, changes in interest rates, challenges due to labor shortages or disputes and supply chain disruptions; the loss of key senior management personnel; competition for hotel guests and management and franchise contracts; risks related to doing business with third-party hotel owners; performance of our information technology systems; growth of reservation channels outside of our system; risks of doing business outside of the U.S.; risks associated with geopolitical conflicts, including Iran; uncertainty resulting from U.S. and global political trends, tariffs and other policies, including potential barriers to travel, trade and immigration and other geopolitical events; and our indebtedness. Additional factors that could cause our results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found under the section entitled "Part I—Item 1A. Risk Factors" of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, which is filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and is accessible on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual outcomes or results to differ materially from those indicated in these statements. These factors should not be construed as exhaustive and should be read in conjunction with the other cautionary statements that are included in this press release and in our filings with the SEC. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as required by law.

About Hilton

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 28 world-class brands comprising more than 9,400 properties and nearly 1.4 million rooms, in 144 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 4 billion guests in its more than 100-year history. Named as the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune, Hilton aims to create the best culture for its 500,000 team members around the world. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 260 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

About Scandic Hotels Group

Scandic is the largest hotel company in the Nordic countries with a network of about 320 hotels with 68,000 rooms in operation and under development, in more than 150 destinations. The company is the leader when it comes to integrating sustainability in all operations and its award- winning Design for All concept ensures that Scandic hotels are accessible to everyone. Well loved by guests and employees, the Scandic Friends loyalty program is the largest in the Nordic hotel industry and the company is one of the most attractive employers in the region. Scandic is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. www.scandichotelsgroup.com

- Signia Hilton Savannah has topped out, marking the placement of the highest structural beam on the nearly 200-foot-tall hotel.

- The 444-room headquarters hotel will connect directly to the Savannah Convention Center and is anticipated to open in 2028.

- The project has involved more than 1,200 individual workers, with more than 300 workers on site daily.

- The hotel will feature 34,000+ square feet of meeting and event space, including a 13,000-square-foot ballroom, five food and beverage venues, Club Signia and an outdoor pool.

- Together with the expanded Savannah Convention Center, the hotel will create a more integrated convention campus and expand Savannah’s ability to accommodate larger conventions, meetings and events.

SAVANNAH, Ga. – Signia Hilton Savannah reached a major construction milestone today as the Savannah-Georgia Convention Center Authority (SGCCA), Savannah Convention Center, Hilton, Brasfield & Gorrie, Songy Highroads, elected officials and community partners celebrated the topping out of the 444-room hotel. The property will serve as the headquarters hotel for the Savannah Convention Center, further enhancing the destination's ability to host meetings, events and conventions.

Scheduled to open in 2028, the hotel will connect directly to the Savannah Convention Center, expanding the city’s capacity to accommodate larger conventions, citywide meetings and events. Together, the convention center expansion and headquarters hotel position Savannah as a leading destination for more meetings and conventions while generating additional visitor spending and economic opportunity throughout the region.

Today's topping out ceremony marked the placement of the building's highest structural beam, recognizing the progress made by the hundreds of workers helping bring the project to life. To date, more than 1,200 individual workers have contributed to the project, with more than 300 on-site daily. Construction crews have poured more than 27,000 cubic yards of concrete, installed 2,700 tons of reinforcing steel and completed 1,135 auger piles totaling more than 81,000 linear feet of deep foundations to support the nearly 200-foot-tall tower.

“This milestone represents much more than the progress of a hotel,” said Kelvin Moore, general manager and senior vice president, Savannah Convention Center. “It represents the continued realization of a vision for Savannah’s convention and meetings future. The expansion of the Savannah Convention Center gave us the capacity to compete at a new level, and Signia Hilton Savannah represents the next critical step in that evolution by creating a more integrated convention campus and delivering an experience our customers have told us they need. Together, these investments position Savannah to compete for business that previously could not consider our destination and create new opportunities for economic impact throughout our community and region.”

"Topping out the Signia Hilton Savannah is a milestone we're proud to celebrate with the SGCCA," said John Fulford, vice president and division manager, Brasfield & Gorrie. "This hotel isn't just another addition to the skyline, it's a critical component that will let the Savannah Convention Center compete for the larger, longer-stay conventions, bringing more visitors, more jobs, and more business to the entire riverfront. Brasfield & Gorrie is expanding in Savannah, and projects like this one reflect our continued commitment to investing in this community for the long haul. We're honored to help deliver a project that will shape how the world experiences Savannah for decades to come."

"Reaching this milestone is an exciting moment for Signia Hilton Savannah and a reflection of our confidence in the city as a premier destination for all types of travelers," said Danny Hughes, president, Americas, Hilton. "As the convention center's headquarters hotel, this property will bring together sophisticated accommodations, distinctive design, signature food and beverage experiences, wellness offerings and unparalleled meetings and events capabilities in a way that is uniquely Signia Hilton. We're proud to partner with the Savannah-Georgia Convention Center Authority and our development partners to create a hotel that will welcome travelers from around the world and contribute to Savannah's continued growth and success.”

Owned by the Savannah-Georgia Convention Center Authority and developed in partnership with the Georgia World Congress Center Authority, Signia Hilton Savannah will be managed by Hilton, with Songy Highroads and Matthews Southwest Hospitality serving as co-developers. The property will feature more than 34,000 square feet of meeting and event space, including a 13,000-square-foot ballroom, Club Signia, an outdoor pool and five distinct food and beverage venues. The hotel's culinary program is being developed in partnership with Savannah-based hospitality company Grey Spaces, led by acclaimed Chef Mashama Bailey and restaurateur Johno Morisano, bringing a locally inspired dining experience to the riverfront destination. The property will complement the expanded Savannah Convention Center by creating an integrated campus experience that supports larger events and enhances Savannah's appeal as a premier meetings and tourism destination.

During the ceremony, project partners, elected officials and community leaders participated in a ceremonial beam signing.

Project by the Numbers

- 444-room Signia Hilton Savannah

- Opening anticipated in 2028

- More than 300 workers on site daily

- More than 1,200 individual workers contributed to the project

- More than 27,000 cubic yards of concrete poured

- 2,700 tons of reinforcing steel installed

- 194 tons of post-tension cable installed

- 1,135 auger piles totaling more than 81,000 linear feet of deep foundations

- Tower height: just under 200 feet

As the second Signia Hilton hotel in Georgia, Signia Hilton Savannah will join the brand's expanding portfolio of world-class city and resort properties known for distinctive design, signature food and beverage experiences, restorative wellness offerings and unparalleled meetings and events capabilities. The hotel builds on the brand's growing presence in key travel destinations, including Hollywood, Fla.; San Antonio, Texas; Atlanta, Ga.; and Amman, Jordan, and more and will join the forthcoming Signia Hilton Indianapolis.

For more information about the hotel, please visit hilton.com and read more about Signia Hilton at stories.hilton.com.

FAQ: Signia Hilton Savannah Reaches Major Construction Milestone with Topping Out Ceremony

Signia Hilton Savannah is a new 444-room hotel currently under development as the headquarters hotel for the Savannah Convention Center. Set to open in 2028, the property will anchor Savannah’s riverfront and feature elevated accommodations, five food and beverage venues, more than 34,000 square feet of meeting space, an outdoor pool and Club Signia.

The hotel will be located adjacent to the Savannah Convention Center on the city’s riverfront, providing direct access to one of the Southeast’s premier destinations for meetings, conventions and events.

The topping out marks the placement of the building’s highest structural beam and represents a major construction milestone for Signia Hilton Savannah as the project progresses toward its anticipated 2028 opening.

More than 1,200 individual workers have contributed to the project, with more than 300 workers on site daily. Crews have poured more than 27,000 cubic yards of concrete, installed 2,700 tons of reinforcing steel and completed 1,135 auger piles totaling more than 81,000 linear feet of deep foundations.

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About Hilton

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 28 world-class brands comprising more than 9,400 properties and nearly 1.4 million rooms, in 144 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 4 billion guests in its more than 100-year history. Named as the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune, Hilton aims to create the best culture for its 500,000 team members around the world. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 260 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

About Signia Hilton

Signia Hilton is a portfolio of world-class hotels that infuse sophisticated travel and luxurious experiences into every aspect of the guest stay. Each Signia Hilton hotel offers distinctive design, signature food and beverage experiences, intentional wellness offerings and unparalleled meetings and events capabilities, all backed by the Hilton name and award-winning Hilton Honors program. Experience Signia Hilton by booking at signiahilton.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Signia Hilton at stories.hilton.com/signia.

About the Savannah Convention Center

The Savannah Convention Center offers 660,000 square feet of flexible meeting, exhibit and event space along the scenic Savannah River.

Ticker to remain ‘HLT’

McLEAN, Va. – Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced plans to transfer the listing of its common stock from the New York Stock Exchange to Nasdaq, marking the latest milestone in the company’s evolution as an innovative, fast-growing, capital-efficient hospitality leader.

Hilton expects its common stock to begin trading on Nasdaq under its existing ticker symbol, HLT, at market open on Nov. 5, 2026. Hilton shares will continue to trade on the New York Stock Exchange until market close on Nov. 4, 2026, and no action is required by shareholders in connection with the transfer.

“Fueled by our asset-light business model, best-in-class brands, award-winning culture and leading commercial and technology platforms, Hilton continues to define what’s next in travel,” said Chris Nassetta, president and chief executive officer, Hilton. “We have built brands and technologies guests love, owners prefer and a business that continues to create long-term value for all our stakeholders while staying true to our purpose as a business of people serving people. Nasdaq is closely aligned with our growth ambitions, and we look forward to joining a marketplace that is highly respected as the home of many of the world’s most innovative companies.”

Since returning to the public markets in 2013, Hilton has transformed from a portfolio of 10 brands and approximately 4,100 hotels in 90 countries and territories into a global hospitality leader with 28 brands and more than 9,400 properties across 144 countries and territories. The company has also expanded its luxury and lifestyle portfolio from approximately 50 to 1,200 hotels, earned recognition as the World’s Best Workplace by Fortune and Great Place to Work, and grown Hilton Honors to more than 260 million members globally.

Through new product offerings like AI-powered trip planning to connect the journey from search to stay, as well as a fully modernized technology platform that allows rapid scaling of new guest-facing tools like personalized digital messaging, Hilton is driving efficiency and profitability for owners while delivering guest customization at scale.

The company also recently announced the appointment of a new chief technology officer, further strengthening its commitment to lead the industry in innovation.

"Hilton is one of the world's most recognized and respected hospitality brands, with a long history of delivering exceptional experiences for travelers around the globe," said Adena Friedman, chair and chief executive officer, Nasdaq. "We are proud to welcome Hilton to Nasdaq and look forward to supporting the company as it builds on its legacy and enters a new chapter."

Hilton has a long and proud history with the New York Stock Exchange, becoming the first hotel company to be listed on the exchange in 1946 and returning in 2013 after being privately held by Blackstone Inc.

“We are deeply grateful to the New York Stock Exchange for its longstanding partnership and the important role it has played in our public-company journey,” added Nassetta.

The transfer does not alter Hilton’s business strategy, capital allocation priorities or commitment to guests, owners, team members and shareholders.

A Look at Hilton’s Transformation and Growth Since Returning to the Public Markets in 2013

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements related to our expectations regarding the performance of our business, future financial results, liquidity and capital resources and other non-historical statements. In some cases, you can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "outlook," "believes," "expects," "forecasts," "potential," "continues," "may," "will," "should," "could," "seeks," "projects," "predicts," "intends," "plans," "estimates," "anticipates" or the negative version of these words or other comparable words. Such forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties including, among others, risks inherent to the hospitality industry; macroeconomic factors beyond our control, such as inflation, changes in interest rates, challenges due to labor shortages or disputes and supply chain disruptions; the loss of key senior management personnel; competition for hotel guests and management and franchise contracts; risks related to doing business with third-party hotel owners; performance of our information technology systems; growth of reservation channels outside of our system; risks of doing business outside of the U.S.; risks associated with geopolitical conflicts, including Iran; uncertainty resulting from U.S. and global political trends, tariffs and other policies, including potential barriers to travel, trade and immigration and other geopolitical events; and our indebtedness. Additional factors that could cause our results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found under the section entitled "Part I—Item 1A. Risk Factors" of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, which is filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and is accessible on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual outcomes or results to differ materially from those indicated in these statements. These factors should not be construed as exhaustive and should be read in conjunction with the other cautionary statements that are included in this press release and in our filings with the SEC. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as required by law.

About Hilton

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 28 world-class brands comprising more than 9,400 properties and nearly 1.4 million rooms, in 144 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 4 billion guests in its more than 100-year history. Named as the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune, Hilton aims to create the best culture for its 500,000 team members around the world. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 260 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.