Marriott International takes 9th place on Sunday Times’ “25 Best Big Companies to Work For” list

“25 Best Big Companies to Work For” List

Bethesda, Md., 2016-Mar-10 — /Travel PR News/ — For the ninth consecutive year, Marriott International has been recognised as one of the “25 Best Big Companies to Work For” through The Sunday Times’ prestigious “Best Companies to Work For” listing, ranking as the top hospitality company.  This recognition is a mark of distinction for companies across the UK and places Marriott International 9th on the list.

The Sunday Times recognised Marriott International for its ethos of taking care of its associates, and also continued efforts to recognise and reward their achievements, with associates feeling they make a valuable contribution to the company’s success. Marriott was also highlighted for offering employees valuable experiences for personal growth and future opportunities.

Amy McPherson, president and managing director, Marriott International Europe commented, “This is another extraordinary achievement for Marriott and I am so proud that we have been placed 9th in this year’s Sunday Times ‘Best Companies to Work For’ awards. To be recognised for the ninth consecutive year is a true testament to our timeless commitment of Putting People First. We are always seeking new opportunities to create great work place experiences for our associates so they can truly be their best, and we hope to maintain our presence in these prestigious awards.”

Marriott’s framework of investing in associate experiences and personal development is driving its recently launched global TakeCare program. In support of Marriott’s global commitment to promote and strengthen Marriott’s people-first culture, the TakeCare program renews the company’s focus on associate wellbeing and happiness, with a full calendar of activities, including fun engagement campaigns for associates around the world.

The accolade joins a series of high profile honours to have recently been awarded to Marriott International, including being named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE magazine for the 16^th consecutive year. For a full list of other awards and recognition, visit http://news.marriott.com/awards-and-recognition.html.

The 2016 “Sunday Times 25 Best Big Companies to Work For List”, announced online on 28 February and its sister award, the “Sunday Times Best 100 Companies to Work For” list, recognise the best employers in the United Kingdom, based on employee’s own assessments on how they are valued and invested in by their company.

For more details on the award, visit www.thesundaytimes.co.uk/best100companies

Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is a global leading lodging company based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, with more than 4,400 properties in 87 countries and territories.  Marriott International reported revenues of more than $14 billion in fiscal year 2015. The company operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts under 19 brands. For more information or reservations, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visitwww.marriottnewscenter.com.

Contact: 
Olivia Donnan
+44 20 7012 7199
olivia.donnan@marriott.com

 

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