ORLANDO, FL (July 30, 2025) – Waldorf Astoria Orlando is pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony Fabiano as hotel manager. With over 15 years of experience in luxury hospitality, spanning operations, room division leadership, and revenue strategy, Fabiano brings a dynamic, guest-first approach to one of Central Florida’s premier resort destinations.
“We are thrilled to welcome Anthony to the leadership team at Waldorf Astoria Orlando,” said James Grosso, Managing Director at Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek. “His deep expertise in luxury operations, combined with his passion for team development and guest experience, makes him the ideal person to help guide the resort through its next chapter of growth.”
Fabiano most recently served as Director of Operations (Task Force) for Hilton Luxury Brands Americas, where he supported properties including Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, Park City, and Washington, D.C. He played a pivotal role in crisis management, operational recovery, and leadership transition, while training on-property executive teams and aligning operations with Forbes Travel Guide standards. Before that, he served as Director of Rooms and an Executive Committee member at Mandarin Oriental New York, where he oversaw the development of the guest experience and implemented significant operational efficiencies across the front office, housekeeping, and concierge services. Earlier roles include leadership positions at The Conrad New York Downtown, Millennium Hilton New York Downtown, and the Waldorf Astoria New York.
In his new role at Waldorf Astoria Orlando, Fabiano will oversee day-to-day hotel operations, focusing on enhancing service delivery, elevating guest satisfaction, and supporting team engagement and performance. He plans to introduce innovative tools and training systems that align with the Waldorf Astoria brand promise while optimizing operational efficiencies across departments.
Fabiano’s appointment underscores Waldorf Astoria Orlando’s ongoing commitment to delivering world-class hospitality and serving as a premier destination in the Orlando area.
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About Waldorf Astoria® Orlando
Waldorf Astoria® Orlando is a newly renovated, award-winning resort hotel nestled in the serene 482-acre Bonnet Creek nature preserve and conveniently surrounded by Walt Disney World® Theme Parks. An artful blend of comfort and sophisticated elegance, Waldorf Astoria® Orlando has redefined the modern vacation experience. The hotel’s tranquil setting features fine resort amenities, including the award-winning Waldorf Astoria Golf Club, the luxurious Waldorf Astoria Spa, two outdoor swimming pools with private cabanas, and 12 dining and lounge experiences, including the renowned Bull & Bear. The hotel features 502 newly redesigned, stylish guest rooms and suites. As an official Walt Disney World Resort, it offers early park entry and complimentary transportation to all four Walt Disney World Theme Parks and Disney Springs every day. www.
About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 18 world-class brands comprising 7,000 properties and 1.1 million rooms, in 122 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed more than 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, earned a top spot on Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For list and been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for five consecutive years. Hilton has introduced several industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades, and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program, Hilton Honors, the 139 million members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can’t buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key, and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
