Hilton Worldwide’s Commitment to Diversity Shines in 2012

National Minority Supplier Development Council Names William F. Kornegay, Jr. to Board of Directors’ Executive Committee

MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hilton Worldwide announced today the appointment of William F. Kornegay, Jr., senior vice president, supply management, to the executive committee of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) Board of Directors. In this role, he will help influence the development of Asian, Black, Hispanic and Native American suppliers and supplier diversity best practices across NMSDC’s corporate membership of 3,500, including most of America’s largest companies, in support of the organization’s 16,000 certified minority-owned businesses of all sizes.

“Hilton Worldwide has been a great partner for our organization and we are looking forward to a lasting relationship for many years to come.”

“We are excited to leverage Bill’s leadership and expertise to further guide the growth and development of minority businesses,” said NMSDC President Joset B. Wright. “Hilton Worldwide has been a great partner for our organization and we are looking forward to a lasting relationship for many years to come.”

Hilton Worldwide’s advancements in the area of diversity and inclusion have been recognized by numerous respected organizations in 2012 including: Working Mother Magazine, LatinaStyle Magazine, DiversityBusiness.com, Hispanic Business Magazine, and Women’s Professional Magazine. Additionally, earlier this month, Hilton Worldwide scored 90 out of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign's (HRC) 2012 Corporate Equality Index, up 30 points from last year.

Hilton Worldwide supports the ongoing development and talent of the future leaders in hospitality by supporting Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI) with scholarships and internship opportunities. Additionally, the company has formed strategic alliances with nonprofit organizations serving the needs of minorities and women including NAACP, Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA), National Association of Black Hotel Owners Operators and Developers (NABHOOD), Latino Hotel & Restaurant Association, National Urban League, National Council of La Raza, National Black Accountants, National Society of Black Engineers and many more.

For a complete listing of awards and strategic alliances, visit Hilton Worldwide Global Media Center. To become a diverse supplier, visit Hilton Worldwide’s Supplier Diversity Program Overview and Criteria.

About NMSDC

The National Minority Supplier Development Council advances business opportunities for certified Asian, Black, Hispanic and Native American business enterprises and connects them to corporate members. One of the country's leading corporate membership organizations, NMSDC was chartered in 1972 to provide increased procurement and business opportunities for minority businesses of all sizes.

The NMSDC Network includes a National Office in New York and 36 Regional Councils across the country. There are 3,500 corporate members throughout the network, including most of America's largest publicly-owned, privately-owned and foreign-owned NMSDC companies, as well as universities, hospitals and other buying institutions. The Regional Councils certify and match more than 16,000 minority-owned businesses with member corporations that want to purchase their products and services.

About Hilton Worldwide

Hilton Worldwide is a leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For 93 years, Hilton Worldwide has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. The company is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Its brands are comprised of more than 3,900 hotels and timeshare properties, with 640,000 rooms in 90 countries and territories and include Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Hotels, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages the world-class guest reward program Hilton HHonors®. Visit www.hiltonworldwide.com for more information and connect with Hilton Worldwide at www.facebook.com/hiltonworldwide, www.twitter.com/hiltonworldwide, www.youtube.com/hiltonworldwide, www.flickr.com/hiltonworldwide and www.linkedin.com/company/hilton-worldwide.