Mike Edwards is the Director of Sales and Marketing for Hilton Palacio del Rio, a landmark hotel on the San
Antonio River Walk owned by Zachry Hospitality. With more than 20 years of hospitality sales and leadership
experience, he specializes in revenue growth, strategic sales planning, business development, and building
high-performing teams.
Mike has led sales organizations across full-service hotels, convention properties, and luxury resorts. He is
known for combining data-driven strategy with a people-first leadership style to increase market share,
strengthen client relationships, and deliver measurable results.
A certified DDI facilitator and Gallup CliftonStrengths advocate, Mike is passionate about developing talent
and leveraging innovation, including AI, to enhance productivity and elevate the customer experience. He
currently oversees all group, catering, business travel, and marketing initiatives for Hilton Palacio del Rio.