Eric is a seasoned marketing executive and trained culinarian passionate about crafting unforgettable experiences.

With expertise in experiential marketing, event programming, sponsorships, partnerships, and brand strategy, he excels in creating immersive and transformative brand narratives.

Eric collaborates with clients and agency partners to develop experiential marketing strategies for top brands like Allied Marine, Aston Martin, Cadillac CELESTIQ, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Citi Bank, Ferrari, Mohawk Group and Patron El Alto.

Previously, he led Lifestyle and Branded Entertainment at Mercedes-Benz USA, managing national partnerships and sponsorships with brands like Amelia Island Concours d’ Elegance, Pebble Beach Concours d’ Elegance, and major Hollywood franchises.

Eric founded a Lifestyle & Entertaining company, producing creative content for The Today Show, The View, and publications like Men’s Health and InStyle. His career began as Creative Director to David Tutera, where he spearheaded brand development for Disney’s Fairytale Weddings, QVC, and more.

Before merging his hospitality expertise with marketing, Eric, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, began his career as a Chef at Walt Disney World.

Passionate about travel, cooking, and cultural experiences, he believes in the power of creativity and hospitality to bring people together.

Recognition

Best Entertainment Activation “Justice League Partnership”, EX Award, 2018

Overall Product Placement "Mercedes-Benz", Brandcameo Award, 2016

Gold for Environmental Design & Signage "NTEA Sprinter Booth", IHAF Award, 2013

Best representations of LGBTQ+ individuals in online and print advertising in regional LGBT media, The Ad POP Award, 2016

One of twelve honorees recognized by The Mixx for making a meaningful impact on the lives of the LGBTQ+ community. This honor was part of the celebration of WorldPride’s arrival in New York City, 2019

Experience

Consulting Business Owner - buildEbrand, 2023

Account Director, Interluxe Group, 2022

Manager - Brand Experience Marketing & Branded Entertainment, Mercedes-Benz USA, 2015

Specialist - Brand Experience Marketing, Mercedes-Benz USA, 2014

Specialist - Event & Dealer Programming, Mercedes-Benz USA, 2012

Special Projects Producer, Tribeca Film/Doha Tribeca Film, 2010

Production Assistant, Bethenny Frankel Getting Married?, Kimora: Life in the Fab Lane, Project Runway Season 7, 2009

Founder, Eric Hildenbrand Lifestyle & Entertaining, 2008

Creative Director, David Tutera, 2005

Chef, Yacht & Beach Club, Walt Disney World, 2003

Education

The Culinary Institute of America


Clients

Brand

Allied Marine

Always a Bridesmaid

Amy Atlas Events

Aston Martin

Bloomingdales

Cadillac

Ceci NY

Citi

Chase Sapphire Reserve

Cheesecake Factory

Ferrari

Guerlain

Hallmark Channel

Juice Generation

Mercedes-Benz USA

Mercedes-AMG

Maybach

Mohawk Group

Newly Wish

Patron El Alto Tequila

Sensio

smart

Sprinter

Vera Wang

Television

Bethenny Getting Married?

CN8 Your Morning

Get Married

Kimora: Life in the Fab Lane

Paula’s Party

Project Runway S7

TBS Movie and a Makeover

The Nate Berkus Show

The Today Show

The View

Personalities

Aaron McCargo

Amy Atlas

Bethenny Frankel

Bobby Dean

Daphne Oz

David Tutera

Ellie Krieger

Mary Ann Esposito

Nate Berkus

Print

Brides

Bobby Dean “From Mama’s Table to Mine”

Bon Appetit

Everyday with Rachel Ray

Instyle

Mary Ann Esposito’s “Ciao Italia Family Classics”

Men’s Health

Parade

USA Today