1887 - 1979
Conrad Hilton was an American hotelier born on December 25, 1887, in San Antonio, New Mexico. He founded Hilton Hotels Corporation and is known for establishing one of the first global hotel chains, significantly shaping the hospitality industry. Hilton's legacy includes numerous landmark hotels and the expansion of hospitality services worldwide, earning him recognition as a pioneer in the field. He passed away on January 3, 1979.