Hilton Worldwide Development Team Contacts

Hilton Worldwide
Development Team Contacts
Europe & Africa

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When you choose Hilton Worldwide as a development partner, your hotel will benefit
from what we call ‘The Hilton Worldwide Performance Advantage’ which is an integrated
system of innovative solutions and advanced technologies that work together to drive
increased business and keep costs down, without comprising quality. Together, these
seven services comprise: Information Technology, Global Sales, Online Services, Hilton
HHonors, Reservations and Customer Care, Revenue Management Consolidated Center
& Hilton Supply Management which provide access to the latest tools, technologies,
forward-thinking strategies, and the most influential people in the industry to create an
unrivaled competitive advantage.
We are continually expanding our Development resources across the International
marketplace. Our experienced representatives are strategically positioned in countries
across Europe and Africa, ready and on-hand to add real value to your development project.
Patrick Fitzgibbon
Senior Vice President Development
Europe & Africa
patrick.fitzgibbon@hilton.com
Originally recruited in 1997 to launch the Hilton LivingWell health
club business, Patrick is now responsible for expanding the Hilton
Worldwide portfolio of brands throughout Europe and Africa –
heading up a team of over 24 hotel and property development experts.
Born in Uganda, East Africa, Patrick is an accomplished yachtsman,
and enjoys competing in offshore races around the world.

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Central Contacts
Europe & Africa
Marybelle Arnett
Vice President Development
Focused Service Brands
Europe & Africa
M: +44 7956 375 088
marybelle.arnett@hilton.com
With over 25 years working for Hilton Worldwide,
much of it in Development, Marybelle is one of the
most experienced hotel developers in the industry.
Having played a key role in the launch and growth
of the Hampton brand in the U.S., which now totals
more than 1,800 hotels, she joined Hilton’s London
office to help spearhead the growth of Hampton
by Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn in key strategic
markets across Europe & Africa. Marybelle enjoys
exploring new destinations and experiencing
different cultures. She is also a passionate fan of
U.S. college sports.
Juan Corvinos
Development Manager
Europe & Africa
M: +44 7956 322 173
juan.corvinos@hilton.com
Juan is responsible for supporting the Europe &
Africa development team and helping them to
drive Hilton Worldwide’s growth in the region.
Juan started his career with the company in human
resources in Malaysia, before joining the Iberian
Peninsula development team in September 2010. He
has a bachelor’s degree from Escuela de Hosteleria
de Sevilla where he also specialized in international
law and business and a Master Certificate in Hotel
Management from Cornell University. A keen
self-taught chef and also a voracious reader, he
particularly enjoys travelling to the U.S. and Asia.
Most of his leisure time is devoted to voluntary
teaching and fundraising activities as well as
spending time with his family.

Nick Smart
Vice President Development
UK, Ireland & Nordics
M: +44 7976 328 056
nick.smart@hilton.com
A veteran hotelier, Nick has worked with some of the
world’s biggest brands in the UK and U.S. hospitality
industry for nearly 25 years. He joined the Hilton
Development team in November 2006, taking overall
responsibility for the growth of the Hilton Worldwide
portfolio of brands in the UK & Irish markets. Formerly
a keen rugby player, Nick is now a regular and
enthusiastic supporter of the London Wasps. The son
of a Gordon Highlander, Nick devotes most of his spare
time to his wife and eight children.
Graham Dodd
Development Director
UK & Ireland
M: +44 7767 323 845
graham.dodd@hilton.com
Graham is responsible for the development of Hilton
Worldwide’s portfolio of brands throughout the UK
and Ireland. Prior to joining the development team in
September 2010, Graham spent 20 years in the hotel
and leisure property markets, working at senior levels
for global asset, estate and property management
consultancies. This has given Graham unique insights
into the needs and requirements of property owners
and investors in the hotel sector. A keen road cyclist
and occasional golfer, Graham devotes his leisure time
to his family.
Ulrich Widmer
Vice President Development
Central Europe
M: +49 1604 79 5752
ulrich.widmer@hilton.com
A hotelier through and through, having graduated
from hotel school in Switzerland and worked for
major brands in the hospitality sector, Ulrich joined
the Development team in December 2006. Based in
Germany, Ulrich has built the team responsible for
expanding the Hilton Worldwide portfolio of brands in
the key strategic markets of Germany, Central Europe
and the Balkans. With a deep interest in European
culture and travel, Ulrich dedicates his spare time
to recreating and preserving rare heritage apple
varieties, harvesting the fruit and producing preserves
and ciders.
Andy Potter
Senior Development Director
UK, Ireland & Nordics
M: +44 7974 229 233
andy.potter@hilton.com
As a chartered management accountant, Andy brings
a wealth of financial experience to Hilton Worldwide’s
Development team, which he joined in 1999. He spent
the early nineties with Stakis Hotels and then moved
to Hilton in Australia. Andy works with developers,
investors and partners to find new sites to drive the
Hilton Worldwide portfolio of brands’ expansion in
the UK and the Nordic region. Leisure time for Andy
revolves around his young family and he also enjoys golf
and football.
Jon Colley
Development Director
UK & Ireland
M: +44 7530 260 019
jonathan.colley@hilton.com
Jon joined the Hilton Development team in November
2010 and from his base in London is responsible for
the development of the Hilton Worldwide portfolio of
brands in the UK and Ireland. He has nearly 20 years
experience in the financial services sector, working
for some of the world’s best-known banking brands.
Jon brings this finance expertise to bear on sourcing
and negotiating new deals. A keen scuba diver and
snowboarder, Jon devotes most of his leisure time to
his family. He also enjoys developing his golf game and
watching rugby, football and motor sport.
Wolfgang Gallas
Development Director
Germany, Switzerland & Austria
M: +49 160 96 38 13 87
wolfgang.gallas@hilton.com
One of the newest members of the team, Wolfgang
has been responsible for promoting the Hilton
Worldwide portfolio of brands in Germany, Switzerland
and Austria since July 2010. A Hilton veteran, prior to
commencing his current role, Wolfgang was Director
of Sales for Central Europe. He has a Master’s degree
in International Tourism Management from the
University of Heilbronn and has spent his entire career
in the travel trade. A keen mountain biker and skier,
Wolfgang loves to travel and is particularly fond of Asia
and South America. When he has time to himself, he
enjoys reading and cooking.

Magdalena Sekutowska
Development Director
Eastern Europe & Poland
M: +48 661 977 122
magdalena.sekutowska@hilton.com
After developing full-service hotels in North America
for major hospitality brands, Magdalena moved to
Europe to take on her role with Hilton’s Development
team in December 2008. Based in Warsaw, her focus
is on developing the Hilton Worldwide portfolio of
brands in Eastern Europe, Ukraine, Byelorussia and the
Baltic States. An avid reader of both historical fact and
fiction, Magdalena enjoys traveling with her family to
exotic locations that allow her to indulge her passion
for hiking and glacier walking.
Vladimir Ilichev
Development Director
Russia
M: +7 903 776 1700
vladimir.ilichev@hilton.com
With a passion for serving his home market of Russia,
Vladimir joined the Hilton Development team in
May 2008 to grow the Hilton Worldwide portfolio of
brands throughout Russia and the CIS. With almost 20
years of experience in the real estate and hospitality
sector, he built Hilton Development’s Moscow
team from the ground up. When not enjoying the
travel opportunities that his role provides, Vladimir
particularly enjoys spending time with his family.
Alexey Shatalov
Development Director
Russia
M: +7 926 697 8621
alexey.shatalov@hilton.com
Alexey began his career at Hilton as a Development
Manager, based in Moscow. With a strong background
in marketing and sales in the hospitality sector, Alexey
applies his unique perspective of the exciting Russian
market to building the Hilton Worldwide portfolio of
brands. A gifted musician who loves playing the guitar,
Alexey also enjoys traveling throughout Europe. His
favorite destination is France, where he spent four
rewarding years studying hospitality management.
Mike Collini
Vice President Development
Turkey, Russia & Eastern Europe
M: +90 530 962 2561
michael.collini@hilton.com
A chartered quantity surveyor with a master’s degree
in property business and management, Mike’s Hilton
career spans fourteen years. He has held key roles in
technical services and real estate and has managed
the major capital expenditure of many refurbishment
projects. Appointed Vice President Development in June
2006 and now based in Istanbul, Mike drives expansion
into Turkey, Russia and Eastern Europe. In his spare
time, Mike tries to be as active as possible and enjoys all
sports, especially football, rugby and skiing.
Igor Dyadchenko
Development Director
Russia
M: +7 906 033 4400
igor.dyadchenko@hilton.com
Before joining the Moscow office of Hilton’s
Development team in October 2008, Igor was
responsible for hotel and resort developments in Russia
and Eastern Europe. With extensive experience in
development through major hospitality brands, Igor
devotes his time to bringing together multiple partners
to expand Hilton Worldwide’s portfolio of brands in
Russia and the CIS. In his spare time, Igor enjoys jazz
and classical music, visiting art galleries and taking
adventure holidays with his family.
Adela Cristea
Development Director
Central and South-Eastern Europe
M: +44 7966 897 548
adela.cristea@hilton.com
Adela joined Hilton Worldwide in March 2007, to help
establish the Feasibility and Investment Analysis
function in Europe & Africa, before joining the
Development team in 2008. She is responsible for
growing Hilton Worldwide’s Portfolio of Brands in
Central and South-Eastern Europe. Prior to Hilton
Worldwide, Adela gained extensive experience in both
consulting and hotel operations. She has an MBA
from Hult University and studied corporate finance at
London Business School. A former professional fencer,
Adela enjoys diving, skiing and traveling with family
and friends.

Pogda Demircan
Development Director
Turkey
M: +90 532 372 6115
pogda.demircan@hilton.com
Pogda joined the Hilton Development team in April
2008. Previously a corporate financier, often for
development projects, Pogda now brings his extensive
real estate and construction sector expertise to
building Hilton Worldwide’s portfolio of brands in
Turkey. With a deep love of the many and varied
cuisines of his native Turkey, Pogda’s favorite city
is Istanbul, which he visits for culinary and cultural
exploration whenever he can. He also enjoys sport,
particularly football, basketball and swimming.
Deepak Seth
Vice President Development
Southern Europe, North &
West Africa
M: +33 6 75 07 66 44
deepak.seth@hilton.com
Deepak joined Hilton Development’s team in January
2001 to drive growth in Southern Europe and Africa,
significantly expanding the Hilton Worldwide portfolio
of hotel brands’ presence in the regions. Deepak has
almost three decades of global experience in the
hospitality sector, in hotel operations, as a consultant
and in development. In addition, his academic
qualifications include postgraduate degrees in
hospitality and in management. An enormous fan of
cuisines from around the world, particularly those
from his native India, Deepak also enjoys travelling,
golf and reading.
Carlos Miro
Development Director
Spain & Portugal
M: +34 628 715 782
carlos.miro@hilton.com
Carlos joined the Hilton Development team in
June 2008, having spent eight years working in
development for a variety of major hotel brands and
property firms. His close understanding of property
developers and hoteliers proves invaluable as he
works to expand Hilton Worldwide’s presence in the
Iberian Peninsula. When not working, Carlos enjoys
discovering exciting new travel destinations. Closer to
home, he is devoted to his young family and loves to
cook. A former Catalan table tennis champion, Carlos
now keeps fit by playing basketball.
Tugrul Temel
Development Director
Turkey
M: +90 532 505 0164
tugrul.temel@hilton.com
Tugrul’s focus is on developing the Hilton Worldwide
Portfolio of Brands in Turkey. Before he joined the
Development Team in May 2011, Tugrul worked for a
Turkish hotel investment group and brings his in-depth
knowledge of the real estate market to his current
role. He has a BA in city planning, an MA in real estate
development and is working towards a doctorate
with Istanbul Technical University. A keen motorcycle
enthusiast, Tugrul has a passion for travel and
photography, specialising in portraits.
Alan Mantin
Senior Development Director
Southern Europe, North &
West Africa
M: +39 335 5317376
alan.mantin@hilton.com
A former marketing director with pan-European
brand experience, Alan joined the Hilton
Development team in 2005 to build the Hilton
Worldwide portfolio of brands throughout
Southern Europe and Africa. Based in Rome, Alan’s
focus is on the Italian market, developing long-term
relationships with developers, investors and
partners in the region. In his spare time, Alan
hugely enjoys traveling with his family, and in
particular exploring new destinations with his
young son. In between trips, he also enjoys the
occasional game of golf.
Leonardo Stassi
Development Manager
Italy
M: +39 346 74 74 744
leonardo.stassi@hilton.com
Leonardo supports the development strategy
and growth of Hilton Worldwide in Italy. Before
he joined the development team in May 2011, he
was a feasibility and investment analyst for Hilton
Worldwide, and now applies his financial modelling
skills to his role. After gaining his MBA from ESSEC
Business School in Paris, where he specialized in
hotel real estate and asset management, Leonardo
worked for a Prague-based property group, which
provided him with a deep understanding of owners’
perspectives. An enthusiastic golfer, currently
working hard to reduce his handicap, Leonardo
has a passion for travel and culture.

Lasse Ristolainen
Development Director
Central, Eastern & South Africa
M: +27 7321 26007
lasse.ristolainen@hilton.com
Based in Cape Town since July 2011, Lasse is
responsible for sourcing new management and
franchising opportunities for the growth of the
Hilton Worldwide Portfolio of brands throughout
Central, Eastern and Southern Africa. Prior to this
role, Lasse was part of Hilton Worldwide’s inaugural
Feasibility and Investment Analysis team for Europe
& Africa; later he directed the team in Middle East
and Asia Pacific. He has an MBA from Cornell
University and IMHI-ESSEC Business School in Paris,
and has previously worked in both consultancy
and general hotel management roles. A former
competitive boxer, Lasse enjoys yoga, wakeboarding
and exploring new destinations.
Development Offices
Derrek Anderson
Vice President Development
Central, Eastern & South Africa
M: +27 71 884 2839
derrek.anderson@hilton.com
Before relocating to Cape Town to establish Hilton
Worldwide’s first development office in Africa,
Derrek’s financial career has taken him from his native
New Zealand to Amsterdam and London, where he
first joined Hilton in 1999. Derrek progressed quickly
through the organization being appointed Vice
President of Finance for Middle East and Africa in 2007.
An integral part of the Hilton University mentorship
programme, Derrek also loves sport and enjoys rugby,
cricket and the occasional game of golf.

Wherever you are in the world, we have highly skilled members of our Hilton
Worldwide Development team available to discuss investment opportunities.
Their specialist local knowledge and commercial market experience means that
whatever your requirement, we can help you invest in the best way possible –
and welcome you personally into the Hilton Worldwide portfolio of brands.
Contact your local representative and discover the benefits of joining Hilton
Worldwide.
“ It has been, and continues to be, our responsibility to fill the earth
with the light and warmth of hospitality. ”
Conrad N. Hilton
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August 2012