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Hilton Hotels Corporation Becomes "Founding Corporate Partner" of Hispanic Hotel Owners Association (HHOA) BEVERLEY HILLS, CA, (PRNewswire), September 24, 2006 - At a recent press conference held at the 27th Annual United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) National Convention & Business Expo, Hilton Hotels Corporation announced that it has become "Founding Corporate Partner" of the Hispanic Hotel Owners Association (HHOA). Hilton received the exclusive sponsorship designation by providing initial funds required for the association's formation and preliminary development. "From its inception, Hilton Hotels Corporation has been supportive of our vision," said Angela Gonzalez-Rowe, president and founder of HHOA. "Their unwavering commitment to this initiative has led to the establishment of a new organization that will offer Hispanic hotel owners, hospitality executives and entrepreneurs an opportunity to play a more prominent role in the ownership and development of hotels. With Hilton's continued collaboration, HHOA will be the primary resource Hispanic entrepreneurs need to guide them through the steps of hotel ownership." The formation of HHOA is a direct result of Hilton's minority franchise development outreach seminar "Hospitality 101." The seminar, which educates minority entrepreneurs on the basics of hotel development, was piloted by Hilton and has become a "best practice" in minority franchise development outreach across the industry. "For several years now Hilton has been actively engaged in educating African American, Hispanic and female entrepreneurs on hotel ownership opportunities," said Floyd Pitts, senior director, diversity programs for Hilton Hotels Corporation. "We are pleased to support HHOA on its mission and believe our involvement speaks volumes on our commitment to Diversity, as well as complements our continued support of the National Black Hotel Owners Operators and Developers (NABHOOD) and the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA)." United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce president and CEO Michael L. Barrera stated, "We congratulate Hilton Hotels Corporation on its commitment to diversity and its role behind the formation of the Hispanic Hotel Owners Association. We wish them great success in all their efforts to facilitate the participation of Hispanics in the hospitality industry." Marriott Ranked Seventh Most Innovative User of Technology in the U.S. WASHINGTON, DC, (PRNewswire), September 24, 2006 - Marriott International, Inc. has been named one of the top ten most innovative users of technology in the U.S. by InformationWeek magazine. Placing seventh overall among 500 companies, Marriott was the highest ranked hospitality and travel company on the list for the second straight year. This is the eighth consecutive year that Marriott has been named to the InformationWeek 500. Companies honored have demonstrated a technological and organizational innovation over many years. The InformationWeek 500 is unique among corporate rankings because it spotlights innovation in information technology, rather than simply identifying the biggest technology spenders. In the article accompanying the rankings, InformationWeek reports, "by imaginatively mixing and matching emerging and mainstream technologies, this year's InformationWeek 500 companies have a superior understanding of their operations and know how to connect with employees, suppliers, and customers to drive profitability." William J. Shaw, Marriott's president and chief operating officer, said, "Marriott's strategic use of technology enables our company to be responsive to customers and support efficient processes throughout our global enterprise. Marriott will continue to leverage industry-leading practices and develop agile systems and personalized connectivity options to deliver Marriott's hallmark of quality service during every phase of a guest's journey." Archived Hotel News: 'No Smoking' at Hotels Could Be the Latest Marketing Strategy to Meet Customer Satisfaction Stevan Porter and Secretary of Commerce Carlos Gutierrez Discuss Immigration Reform Hotel Customers Demand Flexibility, Responsiveness and Innovation Summer Travelers Are Forecast to Spend More for Hotel Rooms and Service Holiday Inn(R) Asks Consumers To 'Look Again' Major League Baseball Announces Holiday Inn Hotels as 'Official Hotel of Major League Baseball' Hospitality Industry Presses Congress for 'Comprehensive' Immigration Reform Hilton St. Louis Ballpark Hotel Undergoes $16 Million Renovation RLJ Development to Franchise 90 Marriott International Brand Hotels Sheraton Westport Chalet Completes Remodeling Intercontinental Hotels Group Launches Virtual Concierge Service for Holiday Inn® Hotels and Resorts Family Owned Drury Hotels Build on Guest Services & Customer Satisfaction Kansas City's Landmark President Hotel Reopens Doubletree Introduces Newest Full-Service Hotel in St. Louis The St. Louis Hotels Guide is owned and maintained by the Moore Design Group for the sole purpose of disseminating news and information about the Metropolitan Saint Louis area. 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