Julian Diacono

Cluster Commercial Director – Hilton Malta & DoubleTree by Hilton Malta

Hilton Malta & DoubleTree by Hilton Malta

Hospitality
Hospitality

Hilton Malta & DoubleTree by Hilton Malta

Portomaso St Julians, Qawra

"Driving growth by spreading the light and warmth of Hilton hospitality from the heart of the Mediterranean"

Business Profile

I am Julian Diacono, Cluster Commercial Director for Hilton in Malta, with over 36 years of experience in the local hospitality industry. My career has taken me through leadership roles at top hotel brands and local tourism industry entities including Corinthia, Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza, Westin, Malta International Airport, Malta Hotels Restaurant Association, and the Grand Hotel Excelsior.

Since joining Hilton in 2004, I have gone from overseeing sales functions to driving commercial operations, first across the Hilton Malta and now both of our Maltese properties, focusing on revenue management, sales, and marketing.

My approach is very much people-focused and strategic – driving growth by ensuring our teams can deliver exceptional guest experiences. I have been involved in the expansion of our portfolio, including the launch of DoubleTree by Hilton in Qawra. As a team, we champion innovation and sustainability across our operations.

For me, hospitality is about creating meaningful experiences through a high level of service, strong personal relationships, and adaptability. Every role I have held has been a step forward in building a culture of excellence and long-term success.

Business Activities

Previous

  • 1987-1992: Busboy / Res Clerk / Sales Executive, Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza
  • 1992-1994: Sales Manager, Corinthia Hotels
  • 1994-1996: Marketing Executive, Corinthia Hotels
  • 1996-2003: Sales manager / Director of Sales, Westin Dragonara Resort
  • 2003-2007: Marketing Service Manager, Malta International Airport (MIA)
  • 2007-2008: Director of Sales & Marketing, Excelsior Grand Hotel
  • 2008-2023: Director of Sales / Commercial Director, Hilton Malta
  • 2023-Present: Cluster Commercial Director, Hilton

Education

  • Stella Maris College
  • 1983-1986: St Edwards College
  • 1986-1989: Diploma in Hotel Management, Institute of Tourism Studies

Society

  • Executive Council Board Member representing MIA, The Malta Cruise Network
  • Council Member representing MIA, Competitive Malta
  • Committee member representing MIA, private sector advisory segment committees set up by The Malta Tourism Authority
  • 2002-2003: Council member representing five star hotels in Malta & Gozo
  • 2011-Present: Member of Executive Council and Council, MHRA
  • 2015-Present: Chairman of Marketing & Accessibility Committee, MHRA

Official Partners

    • Trade Malta
    • Laferla
    • Malta Enterprise
    • GO Business
    • ICT Solutions
    • WFDM
    • Tech.mt
    • Malta Business Registry
    • Arkafort
    • Lidion Bank
    • IHI Group
    • Turbo Systems - Accelleron
    • TNT
    • G4S
    • Bels
    • Agora
    • Acmus
    • Sparkasse Bank
    • Malta Leadership Institute - WHY
    • Transport Malta
    • Shield
    • Hi-Care Services
    • Owners Best