{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Creating Magical Moments Through Social at Hilton","description":" How do you take a global hospitality brand and make it feel personal, heartfelt, and human? Dannii Ceniceros, Senior Analyst, Global Social Engagement at Hilton, reveals how his team turn trending moments into magical ones. From helping a kitten named Wisp recover safely to gifting a TikTok storyteller their dream trip to London and Paris, Hilton\u2019s social media strategy is all about social listening, staying nimble, and creating authentic emotional connections. Full Episode Details  Dannii joins this episode of Social Pros to share how Hilton\u2019s social media team stays nimble, leaning into trends and turning them into meaningful moments. He talks about the power of listening to what\u2019s happening online and spotting opportunities to make genuine connections with their audience. Hilton\u2019s approach is all about little actions that create lasting impressions. These efforts don\u2019t just delight current guests, they also catch the eye of future customers, putting Hilton top of mind when it matters most. We all know social is fast and timing can be everything. Dannii explains how Hilton\u2019s team combines teamwork, social listening, and a clear game plan to act quickly when the moment is right. This approach is not about chasing every trend; it\u2019s about knowing when and how to show up in a way that aligns with your brand\u2019s values. Why? Because it creates memorable moments and magical experiences that feel personal and genuine.  In This Episode: 1:57 - Dannii\u2019s role at Hilton and his team\u2019s creative approach to online trends 3:58 - How Hilton helped Wisp the kitten and turned travel stress into a heartwarming moment 8:31 - ReesaTeesa\u2019s TikTok journey and Hilton\u2019s thoughtful response 12:04 - Why speed and nimbleness are key in social media 12:54 - Using social listening tools to identify opportunities 14:15 - The importance of a vetting process for social initiatives 15:52 - Leveraging data to overcome leadership resistance 16:42 - Leadership\u2019s focus on aligning initiatives with Hilton\u2019s values 17:46 - The story behind Hilton\u2019s viral TikTok trend 20:25 - How defined processes drive Hilton\u2019s success on social 22:44 - The Wicked-inspired rooms and their overwhelming success 27:18 - Dannii\u2019s advice for aspiring social pros Resources  Connect with Dannii on LinkedIn Follow Hilton on Instagram Follow Hilton on Threads Follow Hilton on TikTok Follow Hilton on X Subscribe to Hilton on YouTube Visit\u202fSocialPros.com for more insights from your favorite social media marketers. ","author_name":"Social Pros Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/www.socialpros.com","html":"