General Manager – Hilton Orlando
Chris Mueller is the General Manager at the 1,424 room, three-time Connie Award Winning, Hilton Orlando. From having been an integral part of the opening leadership team in 2009, Mueller has a deep understanding of the inner workings of the property that is invaluable as he oversees daily operations and long-term strategy for the hotel. Prior to his current role, Mueller served as the Hotel Manager, and consistently demonstrated commitment to strategic growth as he oversaw daily operations of the resort with an emphasis on food and beverage, revenue management, marketing and rooms divisions. Honing all of his professional hospitality triumphs in Orlando, Mueller has gained rare insight into this unique market and maintains a philosophy of not chasing awards….”serve your guests and the awards will follow”.
Prior to his roles at Hilton Orlando, Mueller served as the catering and convention services director at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and the Yacht & Beach Club Resort. He has held additional positions at a myriad of Disney restaurants and resorts since 1991. Mueller holds a Bachelor of Science degree in hotel restaurant and tourism administration from the University of South Carolina. He is an active member of his community serving on the Executive Transportation Committee Board, Orlando’s Right Rail Board, the Executive Board for International Drive Chamber, Executive Board for I-Drive District, the Executive Board for Orange County Convention Center, the Visit Orlando Board, CFHLA Executive Board, UCF Advisory Board PHD Hospitality Studies, the Greater Orlando Sports Commission, and is President of Operation Shared Shoes, a non-profit organization.
6001 Destination Parkway Orlando, FL 32819 | www.TheHiltonOrlando.com | 407-313-8463 | chris.mueller@hilton.com