Hilton Korea General Manager Mark Meaney / Courtesy of Hilton Korea

Mark Meaney, regional general manager of West Japan and Korea at Hilton, has been recognized as the Most Respected CEO in Korea for the second consecutive year by the Great Place To Work Institute. Under his leadership, Hilton Korea also ranked among the 100 Best Workplaces in Korea, receiving additional honors for Best Workplaces for Parents and Best Workplaces ESG Human Rights Management.

In his role overseeing the regions, Meaney leads a culturally diverse portfolio aligned with Hilton’s global commitment to fostering inclusive, purpose-driven workplaces. Hilton Korea operates three properties: Conrad Seoul, DoubleTree by Hilton Seoul Pangyo and Hilton Garden Inn Gangnam, each reflecting the group’s global values while responding to the local market and workforce.

This recognition underscores Meaney’s commitment to creating a people-first culture built on trust, respect and shared purpose. “Culture is not defined by policies alone, but by daily actions and decisions,” he said. “When leaders lead with integrity and empathy, trust follows naturally.”

Meaney has driven initiatives that strengthen work-life balance, diversity and leadership development, fostering an environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to Hilton Korea’s ongoing success.

He credits the honor to his team, emphasizing that sustainable success comes when employees feel proud of their workplace. “Awards are meaningful because they reflect the voices of our people. They remind us to keep listening, learning and improving,” he said.

As the industry evolves, Meaney remains focused on building a resilient and innovative organization, strengthening the company’s reputation as both a hospitality leader and a great place to work.

Source: Korea Times News