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Articles tagged “Marriott International”

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Marriott Gives Finance Chief Leeny Oberg Oversight of Global Development

Marriott International said on Friday that its chief financial officer, Leeny Oberg, will now also lead the company's global development organization, responsible for the strategic growth at the world's largest hotel operator. As executive vice president for development, Oberg will advocate for the Bethesda, Maryland-based company's portfolio of 31 brands as the company aims to…

Sean O'Neill | 1 year ago

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Marriott CEO Frames Yacht-Like Cruises as a Bet on Luxury and Loyalty

Marriott International CEO Anthony Capuano on Tuesday toured the Evirma, the first sailing vessel in The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. Capuano said in an interview that yacht-style cruises on the 623-foot Evrima — which hosts fewer than 300 people at a time — represent an important pillar of growth for the world's largest hotel operator by…

Sean O'Neill | 1 year ago

Hotels

Marriott’s Record Quarter Boosted by Rebound in Luxury and Group Bookings

As the Chinese travel again, luxury and group bookings should rebound further worldwide. That dynamic could set up Marriott for continued performance gains, given how many luxury and business hotels it has.

Sean O'Neill | 1 year ago

Marriott’s Record Quarter Boosted by Rebound in Luxury and Group Bookings

Hotels

Hotels Put New Focus on Mental Well-Being of Workers in ‘Always On’ Industry

Hotels realize that thoroughly addressing their employees' mental health not only helps them retain staff, but goes a long way in cultivating a happy workforce more likely to improve the guest experience.

Carley Thornell | 1 year ago

Hotels Put New Focus on Mental Well-Being of Workers in ‘Always On’ Industry

Hotels

Marriott Execs Say Blended Travel Here to Stay With New Product Opportunities

Marriott executives believe that the rise of mixed business and leisure trips poses challenges for tracking guest behavior. But the trend also creates opportunities to offer new products.

Sean O'Neill | 1 year ago

Marriott Execs Say Blended Travel Here to Stay With New Product Opportunities

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Marriott Bets Big on Luxury and Extended-Stay Hotels

Marriott International revealed on Monday its full-year totals for hotel development in 2022. The most notable figures highlighted a further push by the world's largest hotelier into the luxury and extended-stay segments. The operator of brands such as Ritz Carlton, Bvlgari Hotels, W, and Edition last year signed deals to develop 42 luxury hotels —…

Sean O'Neill | 1 year ago

Hotels

Hotels Make Gains in 2022 Expanding Loyalty Memberships

Hotels have been finding value in their reward points, even though they've been coy about sharing the financials behind the programs.

Sean O'Neill | 1 year ago

Hotels Make Gains in 2022 Expanding Loyalty Memberships

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Marriott President Stephanie Linnartz to Become CEO of Under Armour

Marriott International said on Wednesday that Stephanie Linnartz, the company's president and a 25-year veteran, would leave in February to become president and CEO of the clothing brand Under Armour. "I admire so much about Stephanie — she has this great combination of grit, grace, and humanity — qualities that make her an exceptional leader,"…

Sean O'Neill | 1 year ago

Hotels

Marriott’s Edition Hotels Face Challenge of Scaling Up Uniqueness

Replicating a lifestyle hotel brand worldwide is a bit like walking on a tightrope blindfolded. Only the skilled survive. Marriott's Edition is up to the challenge, according to the brand's boss. Expect an acrobatic 2023.

Sean O'Neill | 1 year ago

Marriott’s Edition Hotels Face Challenge of Scaling Up Uniqueness