ZHONGSHAN, GUANGDONG PROVINCE, CHINA – April 23, 2013 - Hilton Worldwide today announced appointment of Francis Yung as general manager of Hilton Zhongshan Downtown.

Hilton Worldwide Appoints Francis Yung as General Manager

　　ZHONGSHAN, GUANGDONG PROVINCE, CHINA – April 23, 2013 - Hilton Worldwide today announced appointment of Francis Yung as general manager of Hilton Zhongshan Downtown.

　　Paul Hutton, regional general manager China South, said, “Francis brings his extensive experience and passion in hospitality to Hilton Zhongshan Downtown. He will be a strong asset to take the team to accentuate the brand’s tradition of first class hospitality, creating a higher level of hospitality experience to the Pearl River Delta region.”

　　Commenting on his new challenge, Francis Yung said, “I"m very excited to join Hilton Zhongshan Downtown. I am not new to this city, and I can see and believe in the great growth potential of Zhongshan. The hotel enjoys a prime location and is a landmark building in the city. The hotel offers exceptional facilities and service excellence. Our goal is to bring a new level of service concept to the local guests, and provide the guests from all over the world a refreshing understanding towards Zhongshan."

　　Prior to join the Hilton family, Yung previously worked for many of the brands under InterContinental Hotels Group and Shangri-La International.