The hospitality veteran will also serve as General Manager of DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta-Diponegoro in his dual role.
Hilton announced the appointment of Sebastian Goldmann as Regional General Manager for its operations in Indonesia and Timor-Leste. A hospitality veteran with nearly 30 years of experience in the industry, Sebastian will also lead the award-winning DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta-Diponegoro as its General Manager.
In his dual role, Sebastian will drive the performance of Hilton’s portfolio of full-service and focused-service hotels in Indonesia and Timor-Leste, while also overseeing the commercial and operational performances of the DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta-Diponegoro. His immediate priorities will include spearheading the strategic growth of the DoubleTree by Hilton properties within Indonesia’s capital city, as well as introducing Hilton’s flagship brand to Timor-Leste through the opening of Hilton Dili Palm Springs.
Educated in Germany, Sebastian began his hospitality career in the food and beverage department, steadily progressing through various leadership roles across China, Egypt, Germany, and Indonesia, before attaining his first General Manager position in 2013. He also possesses extensive knowledge of the Indonesian market, having previously worked in the country for nearly eight years. Before assuming his current portfolio, Sebastian was General Manager of Hilton Dresden, Germany, where he led the property’s repositioning efforts and managed a team of over 200 members.
“Indonesia has always been close to my heart, having spent eight enriching years working here. It is a privilege to have the opportunity to now lead Hilton’s growth in this dynamic region and to introduce our renowned flagship brand to the undiscovered beauty of Timor-Leste with Hilton Dili Palm Springs. I look forward to elevating the already exceptional standards of hospitality that Hilton is known for, fostering meaningful connections with the communities we serve, and crafting exceptional experiences for our guests.” said Sebastian.
Born and raised in Germany, Sebastian is recognised for his strong commercial acumen, leadership skills, and passion for people development. Outside the office, he enjoys sports such as tennis and golf, as well as travelling, cooking, and collecting cookbooks.
For more information, please contact DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta – Diponegoro at +62 (0) 21 2985 7000.