Tag: Marriott
The Backstory of the Marriott-Starwood Merger
The Marriott-Starwood merger was one of the biggest hospitality stories of 2015. However, most people don’t know the long and winding road it took...
Marriott CEO Talks Reason for Merger
At Georgetown's McDonough School of Business, Marriott International CEO Arne Sorenson provided some insight into the decision behind merging with Starwood. He said after...
Guest Feedback Shapes Marriott Renovation
After acquiring the San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront in 2012, Xenia Hotels and Resorts had immediate plans to embark on a guestroom renovation. But...
Execs Expect Brands to Be Cut in Marriott-Starwood Merger
If the Marriott-Starwood merger is successful, there will be 19 overlapping full-service brands under one umbrella. According to Forbes, most executives expect some of...
Starwood, Marriott Face Loyalty Program Questions
When Marriott International announced plans to acquire Starwood Hotels & Resorts for $12.2 billion this week, loyalty members on both sides of the equation...