Athenee Palace Hilton Bucharest appoints Aykut Korkmaz as General Manager

Athenee Palace Hilton welcomes the appointment of Aykut Korkmaz as its new general manager. Korkmaz replaces Jan Thomsen, who after three successful years at Hilton Bucharest, leaves Romania to continue his career as area general manager for Hilton Nordics.

2016-04-27 10:45:33

Korkmaz has been working in the hospitality industry for 20 years and for the Hilton chain for more than 14 years. Most recently he spent 3 years in Turkey as Hotel Manager at Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center. Prior to Hilton Istanbul Bomonti, Korkmaz spent almost 10 years in London as Director of Operations for London Tower Bridge and Hilton London Kensington, and as Hotel Manager for Hilton London Heathrow Airport.

Apart from operating Hilton hotels, Korkmaz also gained experience while occupying different positions in various hotels in Turkey and Egypt. Aykut started his ascending career shortly after having his B.A.Sc. degree on Business Administration of Political Sciences Faculty at the University of Ankara.

His extensive experience in hospitality coupled with great leadership will play an essential role in his position. Athenee Palace Hilton Bucharest is a landmark property in Romania and Korkmaz expertise will ensure the hotel and team continue to perform at the uppermost levels.

Speaking of his appointment, Korkmaz said: "I am proud to take the opportunity of managing this iconic building of Bucharest and continue to spread the warmth of hospitality at Athenee Palace Hilton. It is challenging and exciting in the same time to work in a different and growing market, where both business and leisure categories are evolving."

Media can access additional information about Athenee Palace Hilton Bucharest at www.hiltonbucharest.com.