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Robert Giardino

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Sr. Director Franchise Development, Northeast at Hilton
📍 Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Robert Giardino is the Sr. Director of Franchise Development for Hiltons Northeast region, responsible for expanding a portfolio of over a dozen brands. A graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology, he is an expert in the full hotel development lifecycle, including site selection, brand management, and contract negotiations.

Beyond his corporate role, Robert is deeply committed to community service. He serves as the Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees for Concord Academy, a private school dedicated to students with special needs, where he helps guide the institutions strategic direction and mission.

He has a long history of leadership in non-profit governance, shaping organizations that support community well-being.

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Experience
41 Years
Current Role
Sr. Director Franchise Development, Northeast
Job Level
Senior
Location
Memphis, Tennessee, United States
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Hotel Franchise Growth
As Sr. Director of Franchise Development, he is directly responsible for growing the footprint of numerous Hilton brands across the Northeast, from New York to Virginia.
Special Needs Education
Holds a significant leadership position as Vice Chairman of the Board at Concord Academy, a school for students with special needs.
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Career

Work history

6-2014
Sr. Director Franchise Development, Northeast
Hilton
11-2013 - 1-2017
Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees
Concord Academy
2005 - 6-2014
Senior Director Franchise Relicensing and Contract Management, Amercias
Hilton
3-1993 - 1-2005
Various Corporate Positions
Hilton
1985 - 1993
Various Positions
Holiday Inns Inc
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Education
1985 - 1989
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Rochester Institute of Technology
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