SHANGHAI, April 26, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- For the great contribution to China Hotel Industry, Hilton Shanghai General Manager Mr. Gerd Knaust is awarded as 'Best Leader’ by China Hotel Golden Dragon Award Selection Committee and Hotel Professional Executive magazine from Beijing, China.
Organized by Beijing Hotel Professional Executive magazine, the American Hotel Education Association & etc., in association with China National Tourism Administration and other domestic institution’s support, “The 5th Hotel Professional Executive of International Elite Forum (HPE) and Ceremony for Golden Dragon Hotel Awards of China” was held at Shanghai New International Expo Center on 10 April, 2012.
The award is a distinguished gathering of leaders from the hotel industry and distinguished guest-speakers participate in lectures and group discussions on the future of hospitality in China. The award honors outstanding hotels and hotel elites for their dedication to the hotel industry and development in China.
A hotel veteran with over 30 years of international hotel experience, Mr. Gerd Knaust has extensive hotel management experience in Asia and Europe, including China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Germany. Mr. Knaust previously worked for Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group and many other international hotel groups, and his first job in China dated back in 1991.
A keen sportsman, Mr. Knaust is also an enthusiastic student of international cultures and has a passion for golf, Chinese Arts Culture and Travelling.
Located in the heart of Shanghai, the prestigious Hilton Shanghai features 714 stylish guestrooms, a uniquely designed grand ballroom, a stunning 510 sqm Executive Lounge on level 38 and a passion for delivering exceptional service. The hotel will surely continue to be a choice for discerning travelers.
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Hilton Shanghai
Set in the heart of Shanghai's business and entertainment centre, the Hilton Shanghai is within walking distance of major corporations and the main shopping districts. Business is a pleasure here with 18 meeting rooms, including the new uniquely designed Grand Ballroom. The hotel boasts an Executive Lounge and 24-hour business center. All rooms offer wireless internet access. The 3,000 square meter spa is an oasis for exercising and relaxing, with a gym, pool, tennis and squash courts and 8 treatment rooms. The Hilton Shanghai is also now in its seventh consecutive year as the city's exclusive hotel sponsor to the ATP Shanghai Rolex Masters Tennis Tournament.
About Hilton Worldwide
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