Hilton Named Top Hospitality Company to Work For in the U.S. by Great Place to Work and Fortune

• Hilton named top hospitality company to work for in the U.S., according to Great Place to Work and Fortune
• Recognition reflects Hilton’s people-first culture, making it the best place to stay because it’s the best place to work
• Hilton invests in the potential of its team members through industry leading learning, development, mentorship and career growth opportunities

MCLEAN, Va. – After being recognized as the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace last year, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced it has once again been named one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in the United States by Great Place to Work and Fortune. This marks the 11th consecutive year the hospitality leader has earned an appearance on the prestigious list, reaffirming the overwhelmingly positive experiences shared by Hilton team members and reflecting the company’s sustained investment in its people.

The recognition reflects the strength of Hilton’s award-winning culture and a core belief that has long guided the company: When team members feel supported, empowered, and connected, they are connected to a greater purpose and create extraordinary experiences for guests. When all of those pieces come together at scale, that makes Hilton the best place to work, which in turn makes it the best place to stay.

“At Hilton, we are in the business of people serving people – and our team members are the heart of our hospitality. It’s because of them that we are both an exceptional place to stay and to build a career,” said Chris Nassetta, president and CEO, Hilton. “Today’s announcement reflects the pride, professionalism, and care our teams bring to their work every single day, and I’m so proud of everything we continue to build together.”

Hilton’s people first culture and investment in its team members are brought to life through sustained focus on talent development, mentorship and continuous learning. By creating clear pathways for growth, Hilton continues to strengthen the backbone of its business: its people. Team members are supported through on the job training, industry leading learning and development resources as well as mentorship opportunities that help them grow at every stage of their careers. Examples of programs include:

• LAUNCH: Reflecting Hilton’s commitment to creating real pathways for growth, LAUNCH is a paid, 24-month rotational program designed to develop early career talent and build the next generation of hospitality leaders. Now in its third year, the selective program combines immersive on property experience with a corporate office rotation, giving participants exposure to hotel operations, key business functions, and real-world projects while building the skills, confidence, and global perspective needed for long-term career growth.
• Guild: Through its partnership with Guild, Hilton offers eligible U.S. team members access to tuition-free, barrier-free education beginning on day one of employment, including programs ranging from English language learning and certificates to college degrees. The program removes financial and administrative barriers to learning, helping team members build skills, confidence, and long-term career pathways.
• Mentoring: Hilton offers structured mentorship through its enterprise wide mentoring program powered by MentorcliQ, connecting team members around the world with experienced leaders across the business for guidance, advocacy, and career development. Using AI powered matching based on development goals, experience, and interests, the program fosters meaningful connections that build confidence, expand networks, and provide a trusted space for guidance and perspective.

“Being named one of the Best Companies to Work For in the U.S. reflects what our team members experience every day at Hilton – a culture where people feel they truly belong, are supported to grow, and are inspired to do their best work,” said Laura Fuentes, Hilton’s chief human resources officer and head of Hilton Supply Management. “Our more than half a million global team members care deeply about one another, and their passion, creativity and commitment to hospitality turn everyday moments into meaningful experiences for each other and for our guests. This recognition is a powerful validation of that commitment and of the dedication happening behind the scenes.”

Hilton’s U.S. recognition builds on strong global momentum; the company has been certified as a Great Place to Work® in more than 68 countries and was most recently named the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace, demonstrating the value of its multi-year investment into its global people-first culture.

For more information about the more than 1,300 available U.S.-based roles, visit jobs.hilton.com.