Dawn M. Berry

Dawn M Berry, Founder and Principle of PHD, is a 25-year veteran in the business of hospitality.

Berry launched her career climbing the ranks within Hilton Worldwide at some of the most recognized full-service conference hotels and resorts and capping off her tenure as Vice President, Hilton Garden Inn (2000 – 2006), contributing to its growth of over 300 hotels during that time across the U.S., Mexico and Canada. She is no stranger to leadership and is credited for her innate ability to relate to others, her agility under varying conditions and as a maximizer, with demonstrative problem-solving skills; one who is not stifled by conventional wisdom to overcome obstacles and achieve a level of excellence.

A role model for women in business, Berry holds herself accountable in being the demonstration of leadership, championing the performance of her team, making a difference in the lives of those around her and in the world; paving the way for others to follow. Actively involved in varying organizations within the hospitality, aviation and philanthropy industries, she holds high regard for her personal and professional relationships, knowing firsthand what it takes to make a team work, a company work, a society work and a civilization work.