Pilar oversees the operational and financial structure of Metro’s Southern California operations, leading the Southern Branch Janitorial Operations Team. He implements company systems while driving efficiencies and cost-saving initiatives.

With over 25 years of experience in the housekeeping and janitorial industry, Pilar began his career in hospitality in 2001, working with renowned brands such as Hilton, Marriott, InterContinental Hotels Group, and Hyatt. In 2007, he transitioned into healthcare, contributing his expertise at both non-profit and for-profit hospitals like Aramark, Dignity Health, and Universal Health Services Inc. in Southern California.

In 2015, Pilar founded the Southern California chapter of the International Executive Housekeepers Association Inc. (IEHA) and served as its president for two years. He then entered the sports and entertainment sector with Hollywood Park Management, where he oversaw the maintenance of 300 acres, including 890,000 square feet of retail and office space, NFL headquarters, luxury residences, public parks, and the iconic SoFi Stadium and YouTube Theater.

In his free time, Pilar enjoys spending time with his large family of seven siblings. He is also pursuing a dual Master’s degree at Grand Canyon University. An avid outdoorsman, Pilar has competed in hockey in Southern California for over 30 years.