Lodging

Graduate by Hilton

McLean, VA · Founded 1946 · GHRL

Hilton Franchise Holding LLC offers franchises for the establishment and operation of Graduate brand hotels, which are upscale, independent-style hotels designed for discerning travelers seeking authentic, locally-inspired experiences.

2026 Franchise 500
Unranked
33
units (2025)
year over year

Units by Year

0
2023
32
2024
33
2025

Total outlets at year end, from FDD Item 20.

The Investment

Initial investment
$0
FDD Item 7
Franchise fee
$100,000
FDD Item 5
Ad fund
4%
FDD Item 6
Financial performance
No
FDD Item 19 disclosure
Royalty

5% of Gross Rooms Revenue

Leadership

  • Christopher J. Nassetta

    Chief Executive Officer and President

  • Kevin J. Jacobs

    Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President

  • Caroline Krass

    Executive Vice President, General Counsel

  • Christopher Silcock

    President, Global Brands and Commercial Services

  • Christian Charnaux

    Chief Development Officer and Executive Vice President

  • Kevin Osterhaus

    Global Category Leader of Lifestyle Brands

  • Jenna Hackett

    SVP Lifestyle Brand Management

  • Parker Henderson

    Senior Director Brand Leader Graduate

  • Jonathan Wingo

    Vice President and Global Head of Residential Programs

  • Matthew G. Wehling

    Senior Vice President – Development – US and Canada

On File

FDD years
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Franchisee records
4
Current roster rows
Signed, not open
5
FDD Item 20, Table 5
Franchising for
1 yrs

Franchise Disclosure Documents

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