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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.
Conrad Nicholson "Nicky" Hilton Jr. (July 6, 1926 – February 5, 1969) was an American socialite, hotel heir, and businessman. He was the eldest son of Hilton Hotels founder Conrad Hilton and the first husband of actress Elizabeth Taylor.
May 30, 2024 · Conrad Hilton (born Dec. 25, 1887, San Antonio, N.M., U.S.—died Jan. 3, 1979, Santa Monica, Calif.) was an American businessman and founder of one of the world’s largest hotel organizations.
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 Hilton died at the age of ninety-one on January 3, 1979. What is clear from this story is that Conrad Nicholson Hilton was obsessed. He loved the hotel business and he loved every one of his hotels, even the ones he parted with. He loved the people who worked hard with him to build the chain, and rewarded them handsomely.
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.
Conrad Hilton (1887-1979) bought his first hotel at the age of 31 and acquired or built dozens more in his life time. Through shrewd financing and bargaining, Hilton created one of the largest hotel chains in the world.
Conrad N. Hilton, founder of Hilton Hotels, established the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation as a philanthropic trust in 1944. In 1950, the Foundation was legally established as a nonprofit corporation, separate from Hilton Hotels Corporation.
Conrad Hilton came from humble beginnings in the New Mexico desert. As a young man, he struggled to find his place in the world, venturing into politics and banking.
