Kim Napolitano, ACC, CASE, CIS, is the Executive Director of Global Industry Relations at Hilton, where she leads the company’s global engagement strategy with organizations shaping the meetings, events, and business travel industries. In this role, she ensures that Hilton actively contributes to industry learning, collaboration, and advocacy while strengthening strategic partnerships across the global travel ecosystem.

With more than 30 years of hospitality experience, much of it leading high-performing commercial teams, Kim brings a strong track record of driving growth, building strategic partnerships, and delivering results. She is known for developing talent, elevating team performance, and aligning commercial strategy to evolving market opportunities.

A trusted industry voice, Kim frequently speaks at global conferences and serves in leadership roles across several industry organizations. She is passionate about connecting partners, advancing thoughtful dialogue, and shaping the future of the meetings, events, and travel industry.