(TAN): Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza has announced the appointment of Dan Briks as the hotel’s new general manager of the 439-room property. Most recently, Briks held the title of hotel manager at The Lexington Hotel NYC, Autograph Collection.
In his new position, he will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza, including hotel management, guest experience and day-to-day operations of the property.
A seasoned New York City hospitality veteran with over 15 years of experience, Briks began his career at Waldorf Astoria New York where he started in the hotel’s management development program before holding roles as the assistant director of capital projects, director of front office operations, executive management of food and beverage operations and executive assistant manager. After his tenure at Waldorf Astoria New York, Briks held the title of hotel manager at Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel.
“I’m delighted to be returning to Hilton and continuing my career with the #1 Best Company to Work For in the U.S. and #2 Best Workplace in the World,” said Dan Briks, general manager for Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza. “I’m looking forward to joining my new team members, collaborating with an excellent team of leaders and contributing to the success of this property.”
Briks holds a bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Business from Michigan State University and is on the Board of Directors for Michigan State University’s School of Hospitality Business.
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Located in Midtown East Manhattan and the closest hotel to the United Nations, Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza offers 439 high-rise rooms and breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline. The hotel is a short walk from Grand Central Station and offers easy access to exploring some of the destination’s top attractions. The property is also home to UN Café and its signature restaurant and a New York City landmark venue, Ambassador Grill & Lounge, featuring globally inspired menus from Executive Chef Ayman Mustafa, along with an indoor tennis court and fitness center. Perfect for meetings and events, Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza offers more than 7,500 sq. ft. of meeting space with sweeping city views.
