Hilton Anaheim has appointed Peter Kane as Director of Sales & Marketing, returning to the property after previously spending more than five years with its commercial team. He brings more than two decades of hospitality experience across sales, marketing and commercial leadership.
Kane returns to Hilton Anaheim after most recently serving as Complex Commercial Services Director at Hilton San Diego Commercial Services Complex, a position he held since December 2022. His career includes senior commercial roles across Hilton, Hyatt and Marriott properties in the United States.
The appointment aligns with Hilton’s continued expansion, reflecting leadership appointments in hospitality.
To Lead Sales and Marketing at Hilton Anaheim
In his new role, Kane will oversee sales and marketing at Hilton Anaheim, with responsibilities spanning commercial strategy, client relationships and business development.
He will also support the property’s meetings and convention business, drawing on his previous experience with the hotel and his broader background in commercial leadership across the U.S. hospitality sector.
Brings More Than Two Decades of Commercial Experience
Kane brings over two decades of hospitality experience across sales, marketing and commercial operations.
Before returning to Hilton Anaheim, he served as Complex Commercial Services Director at Hilton San Diego Commercial Services Complex, a position he took up in December 2022. The role added broader commercial leadership experience to his career within the Hilton portfolio.
Previous Leadership at Hilton Anaheim
Kane previously served as Director of Sales and Marketing at Hilton Anaheim from 2018 to 2023. During his earlier tenure, he was part of the property’s commercial team, gaining direct experience with its sales and marketing operations.
His return to the hotel brings familiarity with the property and its commercial requirements, alongside experience gained during his subsequent role in San Diego.
Career Across Hyatt and Marriott Properties
Earlier in his career, Kane held leadership positions with several Hyatt and Marriott properties. His experience includes roles at Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa, Hyatt Boston Harbor, Grand Hyatt Seattle and Hyatt Olive 8.
He also held positions with Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa, JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, Manhattan Beach Marriott and Minneapolis Marriott City Center.
This progression has given Kane experience across sales, marketing and commercial leadership in different U.S. hotel markets.
Supporting Hilton Anaheim’s Commercial Strategy
Kane’s return combines his previous experience at Hilton Anaheim with broader commercial leadership gained across the U.S. hospitality sector.
At Hilton Anaheim, he will focus on sales and marketing, client relationships and business development while supporting the property’s meetings and convention business.
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