Marriott has been the world’s largest hotel group since its 2015 merger with Starwood Hotels. It manages and franchises more than 35 brands, spanning from luxury offerings like JW Marriott, the Ritz-Carlton, and St. Regis to more budget-friendly options such as Courtyard by Marriott and Four Points by Sheraton. Its portfolio also includes W, Renaissance, and Westin. Beyond traditional hotels, Marriott operates long-term stays; a “glamping” brand called Postcards with 1,200 rural cabins; and two luxury cruise yachts. As of early 2025, Marriott oversaw 1.7 million accommodation units globally, with roughly 1 million in North America.
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"Marriott actively invests in its associates through training, leadership development, events, bringing in outside speakers, and supporting associates through internal and/or external development courses. Marriott International also recognizes associates' work regularly through appreciation events and activities, and in a bigger way annually during Associate Appreciation Week and through the Awards of Excellence that recognize associates who have gone above and beyond in their role (not just good business results, but also great service and relationships with their peers)."
Marriott’s Putting People First company philosophy translates to its global efforts, from training 1 million associates worldwide in human trafficking awareness to supplying staff with a hospitality education curriculum.
Employees say: "When I started working for Marriott 11 years ago, I remember meeting a lot of on property associates with decades of Marriott experience. I didn't understand how so many people could end up working for a company for 20-30 years with no desire to leave. It started to make more sense when I learned about the core company value of Putting People First, all people: our guests, our communities, and our associates. From an associate perspective, Marriott makes it known that they want to internally hire for open positions and they truly give you the tools that you need to take those next steps."
"Working here gives my life purpose that I am apart of something that is bigger than myself. I feel I'm in the right place surround by the right people, who will guide me, and mentor me into the person I'm destined to become. My work environment empowers me to be myself; I'm able to coach, lead and inspire all ladies and gentlemen whether it be my coworkers or guests, truly gives my life purpose. My passion in life is to mentor, and inspire people to strive and be a better version of themselves then they was yesterday and that anything is possible; support people to prioritize themselves, and empower them to attain their life goals and dreams."
"As a mother, I feel we are well supported during pregnancy and maternity leaves. We also have an environment that encourages work life balance and supports me as a full time working mother."
"When I started working for Marriott 11 years ago, I remember meeting a lot of of property associates with decades of Marriott experience. I didn't understand how so many people could end up working for a company for 20-30 years with no desire to leave. It started to make more sense when I learned about the core company value of Putting People First, all people: our guests, our communities, and our associates. From an associate perspective, Marriott makes it known that they want to internally hire for open positions, and they truly give you the tools that you need to take those next steps."
The hotel colossus, founded in 1927, operates almost 8,800 locations in more than 139 countries. Over the last few years, the company has launched several programs aimed at improving flexibility, choice, and belonging for all associates. Marriott has comprehensive compensation and benefits offerings, such as health care coverage, work/life support benefits, well-being support, retirement savings, and an employee stock purchase plan. For the parents in its workforce, Marriott offers discounts to over 2,000 childcare providers and emergency drop-in day care. In 2022, the company announced Bridging the Gap, a multiyear, $50 million development program that addresses the financial barriers underrepresented groups face in developing and owning hotels. It’s also built on its human trafficking awareness program, which hotels often serve a critical role. The program, launched in 2016, has now been taken by a record 1.2 million Marriott associates, who are equipped to spot the signs of trafficking and take action to stop it. Marriott has worked with the American Hotel and Lodging Association Foundation and ECPAT-USA to make the training available to the hospitality industry at no cost.
