The Luxury Item with Scott Kerr

The Luxury Item is the leading podcast on the business of luxury.

Author: Scott Kerr

The Luxury Item is the leading podcast on the business of luxury. Join brand and luxury expert Scott Kerr for insightful discussions with CEOs and other leaders of the world's most influential luxury brands. The show shines a spotlight on the most powerful trends and financial forces impacting the global luxury market, the evolving demands of consumers and the outlook for the sector. You'll get valuable insights and takeaways that will inspire you to rethink your strategies and unlock new growth opportunities. Want to get in touch? Email us, scott@silvertoneconsulting.com
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S16 E03: Dino Michael, Senior Vice President & Global Category Head, Luxury Brands at Hilton
Monday, 15 December, 2025

Scott Kerr is joined by Dino Michael, senior vice president & global category head for Hilton's luxury brands, overseeing the strategic growth and positioning of storied brands like Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, and LXR. Dino discusses the biggest shifts in luxury hospitality in the last two decades, how Hilton's luxury brands continually proves its value proposition in the fiercely competitive luxury hotel landscape, and why travelers are pivoting from escapism to emotional alignment. He also talks about the vision and strategy behind Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts' major revitalization spearheaded by its crown jewel Waldorf Astoria New York, and why the recently acquired NoMad Hotels was a strategic investment for Hilton's luxury portfolio. Plus: Why 'sleep is the new status symbol'Featuring: Dino Michael, Senior Vice President & Global Category Head, Luxury Brands at Hilton (hilton.com)Host: Scott Kerr, Founder & President of Silvertone ConsultingAbout The Luxury Item podcast: It's a podcast on the business of luxury and the people and companies that are shaping the future of the luxury industry. Stay Connected: scott@silvertoneconsulting.comListen and subscribe to The Luxury Item wherever you get your podcasts. Tell a friend or a colleague!