Armin

Zerunyan

Company Principal

AZ Consultancy

After a long and successful career in hospitality, primarily with Hilton, I moved into a consulting role in 2025 and now work with hotel owners, investors, stakeholders, and management companies to improve and drive efficiency, innovation, and competitive advantage. My journey through the upper echelons of hospitality management has been marked by impactful leadership roles and measurable success in optimizing commercial outcomes.

In my last role as Country General Manager for Türkiye, I oversaw a dynamic portfolio of Hilton’s luxury, lifestyle, and upper-upscale brands. My remit included the management of fourteen operational hotels and guidance for an additional five in various stages of pre-opening. Tasked with the stewardship of over 5,000 rooms and the leadership of 3,500 team members, I ensured unwavering alignment with balanced scorecard metrics, navigating challenges even during unprecedented global events.

Prior to my role in Türkiye, I held several international General Manager positions within Hilton, consistently demonstrating an ability to harness market potential across six diverse countries. This breadth of experience has endowed me with a profound understanding of international and domestic market dynamics and the cultivation of a professionally diverse global network.

By actively participating in pro bono board memberships and advisory roles across business organizations and relevant associations, I demonstrate my commitment to raising industry standards and forging strategic opportunities that benefit the collective whole.