MAR - Leadership updates

Two pioneers of design-led hospitality with a shared commitment to individuality come together in Design Hotels' largest single portfolio addition to date.BERLIN, June 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Design Hotels today announced a landmark portfolio expansion with Palisociety, the Los Angeles-based independent hospitality brand known for its design-forward hotels in key U.S. markets.   Design Hotels has entered into agreements with the owners of 16 hotels across nine U.S. destinations operated by Palisociety to join Design Hotels' portfolio, marking the largest portfolio addition in the brand's history.With the properties it operates

Key FactsMarriott International and the Leali family, founders of Lefay, today announced their plans to enter into a joint venture to bring the highly awarded luxury wellness hospitality brand Lefay into the Marriott portfolio.Lefay will be the first brand in Marriott's portfolio dedicated exclusively to luxury wellness.The Lefay portfolio features two award-winning luxury resorts in Lago di Garda and Dolomiti Italy—both located in nature‑rich leisure destinations. Additionally, the brand's pipeline includes three properties under development in Tuscany, Southern Italy, and the Swiss Alps.Together, the parties intend to grow the brand around the world, leveraging Marriott's powerful developm

Spanning 25 oceanfront acres, The Resort at Kapalua Bay is situated on one of Maui's most treasured coasts.Key Facts Marriott's management of The Resort at Kapalua Bay goes into effect on March 14, 2026, with the property maintaining the same ownership.The property is now part of Marriott Bonvoy and is slated to join the St. Regis Hotels & Resorts portfolio in 2027, following a renovation.As The Resort at Kapalua Bay enters its next evolution, the property remains open, continuing to deliver the exceptional experience guests have come to expect.BETHESDA, Md., March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc. today announced it has signed an agreement with Kemmons Wilson Hospitality

Drawing inspiration from sun-washed coastlines and resort escapes, the collaboration transforms the spirit of The Ritz-Carlton's most iconic resorts into travel pieces designed to be carried, collected, and remembered. BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Guided by a shared passion for travel and a deep sense of place, The Ritz-Carlton announces a new collaboration with Kilometre Paris, the luxury accessories brand renowned for its hand-embroidered, destination-driven designs. The limited-edition capsule translates four iconic coastal resorts – The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, and The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne,

Unified structure for U.S., Canada & CALA under Satya Anand's leadership; Neal Jones to lead EMEA; Federico "Fede" Greppi to head CALA; retirements of Marriott veterans Liam Brown and Brian King announced. BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International (NASDAQ:MAR) today announced the retirement of two long-time leaders and the appointment of three seasoned executives to drive the company's continued expansion, underscoring Marriott's deep bench of talent and commitment to growth across global regions. Liam Brown, Group President, U.S. and Canada, and Brian

Strategic Agreements Mark the Debut of Marriott's Newest Collection Brand in Key Urban and Coastal Markets Across the U.S. BETHESDA, Md., Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc. and Hawkins Way Capital announce signed agreements to convert five properties to the Series by Marriott™ brand in key U.S. markets, including Miami, Santa Monica, San Francisco, Chicago, and San Diego. Marking the brand's official debut in the country, these agreements reflect a significant milestone for Series by Marriott™ and reinforce Marriott's commitment to expanding regionally rooted, quality offerings in the Marriott Bonvoy® portfolio.

BETHESDA, Md., July 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International (NASDAQ:MAR) today announced that after 26 years with the company, Leeny Oberg, Marriott's Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President, Development, has decided to retire effective March 31, 2026. Two long-time Marriott veterans have been named her successors. Next year, Jen Mason will become the company's Chief Financial Officer and Shawn Hill will take on the role of Chief Development Officer.  Oberg has served as Marriott's CFO since 2016. In February 2023, Oberg was additionally tapped to lead the

Company Signs Founding Deal with Concept Hospitality Private Limited in India to Affiliate The Fern Brands with Series by Marriott BETHESDA, Md., May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) today announced the global launch of its new collection brand for the midscale and upscale lodging segments—Series by Marriott™—as the company continues to expand its lodging offerings around the world. Series by Marriott is expected to expand Marriott's global presence by bringing well-established regionally created brands and hotels that champion consistent quality and service into the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio. Series by Marriott will offer guests comfortable stays in more pl

With record annual signings, the company ended 2024 with 3,766 properties (577,265 rooms) in the development pipeline. View the Summary of 2024 Development Highlights BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) announced another year of strong global growth, with a record 123,000 gross rooms openings, net rooms growth of 6.8% for the full year 2024, and over 577,000 rooms in the company's development pipeline at year-end. Marriott continued to expand its product offerings across travel purposes and segments – from affordable midscale to luxury. Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/marriott/9269951-

Signings include Highly Anticipated New Hotels in the United States (NYC, Nashville, and San Diego), Mexico, Switzerland, Italy, Turkey, Singapore and Bali BERLIN, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Design Hotels, the community-driven portfolio of nearly 300 independent hotels, announced 29 signed agreements and 10 percent growth of its global portfolio within the last 12 months. From the under-the-radar Black Sea coast of Batumi, Georgia, to the bustling, residential neighborhood of Tribeca, New York, each of the new and upcoming Design Hotels properties embodies the values of the brand and the singular vision of the property owner. 

Company Plans to Welcome The Resort at Pelican Hill (Newport Beach, CA), Turtle Bay Resort (O'ahu, HI), and a Luxury Hotel in Midtown Manhattan (New York City) to Its Luxury Portfolio BETHESDA, Md., June 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) announces plans to convert three iconic luxury properties in the U.S. to brands within the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio. Located in some of the most sought-after destinations in the country, The Resort at Pelican Hill, Turtle Bay Resort, and a luxury Midtown hotel in New York City are all expected to join Marriott Bonvoy's luxury brands this summer. 

NEW YORK and PALM BEACH, Fla., Dec. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trian Fund Management, L.P. (together with its affiliates, "Trian", "our" or "we"), which beneficially owns $3 billion of common stock in The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) ("Disney" or the "Company"), today submitted a notice of its intention to nominate two independent director candidates for election to the Disney Board of Directors (the "Board") at the Company's 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the "2024 Annual Meeting"). Disney is one of the most iconic companies in the world with unrivaled scale, unparalleled customer loyalty, irreplaceable intellectual property ("IP"), and an enviable commercial flywheel. However,

Expanded Role Includes Overseeing Brand Management to Increase Customer Preference for the Company's Portfolio of Premium, Select Service and Longer Stay Brands BETHESDA, Md., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) is announcing the appointment of Brian Povinelli to Senior Vice President, Global Head of Marketing and Brand. Povinelli, who has been with Marriott since its acquisition of Starwood Hotels in September 2016, will lead the company's overall marketing strategy as well as the end-to-end guest experience for the Marriott's 22 Premium, Select & Longer-stay brands.

BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) today announced its organizational structure and executive appointments designed to tap its talented leadership bench and accelerate the company's growth. "The size and scale of our company is significant, and we expect it to be even more so given the exciting opportunities ahead of us," said Anthony Capuano, President and CEO, Marriott International. "With the recent announcement of two executive departures, I am reshaping my team to ensure we can be nimble and effective in driving strategi

BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc. today announced that it has appointed Saba Landmann, Senior Vice President, Global Brand and Portfolio PR, effective immediately. Ms. Landmann will be responsible for leading communications for the company's portfolio of thirty diverse and experiential hotel brands. Marriott's brands include a prestigious luxury portfolio that encompasses eight of the world's most desirable and coveted luxury hotel brands: The Ritz-Carlton, Ritz-Carlton Reserve, BVLGARI Hotels & Resorts, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, EDITION, The Luxury Collection, JW Marriott and W Hotels Worldwide.

BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International (NASDAQ:MAR) today announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of 40 cents per share of common stock. The dividend is payable on March 31, 2023, to shareholders of record as of February 24, 2023. In addition, the Marriott board appointed current Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Anthony "Tony" Capuano, as President and CEO effective February 24, 2023. As previously announced, Marriott's current President, Stephanie Linnartz, will be stepping down to become CEO of Under Armour.  About

Science Applications International Corp. (NYSE:SAIC) announced today the appointment of Carolyn Handlon and James C. Reagan, CPA, to the company's board of directors. These appointments bring the board's total membership to 13, with nearly two-thirds of the board comprised of women and people of color. "We are pleased to welcome both Carolyn Handlon and James Reagan to SAIC's board of directors," said Donna Morea, SAIC board chair. "Both of these highly accomplished leaders are known not only for their stellar technical abilities in their fields, but also importantly, for their personal integrity and values. Their unique abilities will support SAIC's unwavering commitment to delivering for

Joiner brings over two decades of leading excellence and driving culture within The Ritz-Carlton hotel operations, sales, and marketing BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Amanda Joiner takes the helm as the Global Vice President and head of The Ritz-Carlton Leadership Center®, a leading global consulting and advisory firm delivering award-winning services that have enabled clients worldwide to improve customer and employee engagement, innovate their culture, and drive competitive advantage. Joiner transitions from her role most immediately as General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis and brings over three decades of luxury hospitality experience in which she has driven continu

BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- After more than 60 years of leadership, Mr. J.W. Marriott, Jr. confirmed to the Board of Directors of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ; MAR) that he plans to retire as Executive Chairman in May and will not stand for re-election to the Board at the upcoming Annual Meeting of Stockholders.  In recognition of Mr. Marriott's leadership and his significant contributions to the Company, the Board formally designated him Chairman Emeritus, effective immediately following the upcoming 2022 Annual Meeting.  In addition, the Board has elected Mr. David S. Marriott to succeed Mr. J.W. Marriott, Jr. as Chairman of the Board, also effective immediately fo

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., Jan. 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BJ's Restaurants, Inc. (NASDAQ:BJRI) today announced the appointment of Mr. Julius W. Robinson, Jr. to the Company's Board of Directors as an independent director, effective January 28, 2022. Additionally, Mr. Robinson will serve as a member of the Compensation Committee of the Board. The appointment of Mr. Robinson brings the total number of the Company's board members to thirteen. Mr. Robinson currently serves as the Chief Sales & Marketing Officer for the United States and Canada at Marriott International, Inc. ("Marriott") (NASDAQ:MAR). Marriott is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of nearly 8,00

BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) announced today that Executive Vice President and Global Chief Human Resources Officer David Rodriguez, Ph.D. will step down from his role at the end of October and retire at the end of 2021 after a distinguished 23-year career with the company. The company also announced that long-time Marriott Human Resources executive, Ty Breland, Ph.D., has been named to succeed Rodriguez. "David's impact on Marriott – our business, our associates and our culture – has been significant," said Anthony Ca

BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Fourth quarter 2020 comparable systemwide constant dollar RevPAR declined 64.1 percent worldwide, 64.6 percent in the U.S. & Canada, and 62.7 percent in international markets, compared to the 2019 fourth quarter; Fourth quarter reported diluted loss per share totaled $0.50, compared to reported diluted EPS of $0.85 in the year-ago quarter. Fourth quarter adjusted diluted EPS totaled $0.12, compared to fourth quarter 2019 adjusted diluted EPS of $1.51; Fourth quarter reported net loss totaled $164 million, compared to reported net income of $279 million in the year-ago quarter. Fourth quarter adjusted net income totaled $39 million, compared to

BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- It is with profound sadness that Marriott International announces that Arne M. Sorenson, President and CEO, unexpectedly passed away on February 15, 2021. In May 2019, the company announced that Mr. Sorenson had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. On February 2, 2021, Marriott shared the news that Mr. Sorenson would temporarily reduce his schedule to facilitate more demanding treatment for pancreatic cancer. Continue Reading (PRNewsfoto/Marriott International, Inc.) (PRNewsfoto/Marriott International, Inc.) (PRNewsfoto/Marriott International, Inc.) Mr. Sorenson be

REDMOND, Wash., Dec. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Speaking to shareholders at Microsoft Corp.'s annual meeting on Wednesday, Chief Executive Officer Satya Nadella outlined Microsoft's opportunity and responsibility: to help its customers and partners thrive in a world where every company is a technology company and to create technology that benefits everyone on the planet, including the planet itself. "2020 has been a year like no other. We saw the world come to a near standstill, confronted by compounding challenges: a public health and economic crisis, persistent issues of racial injustice and inequity, and the effects of climate change," Nadella said. "Amid this disruption, I'm proud of ho