Marriott on FORTUNE's 'All Star' List
'100 Best Companies to Work For'
JAN UARY 27, 2009 - Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) has been named to FORTUNE magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" list, earning the company a place on the magazine's "all star" list. Marriott was number two among companies with more than 100,000 employees, and was ranked 78th overall.
At the heart of Marriott's unique culture lies a strong spirit to serve. Marriott owes its success to the associates who deliver legendary customer service and take great care of their fellow employees, their neighbors in the community and the environment.
"As always, we're excited to be named to this elite list," said David Rodriguez, Marriott's executive vice president of global human resources. "We're proud to provide our employees with a great place to work, and we strive to create an inclusive environment that enhances their growth and productivity."
To select the "100 Best Companies to Work For," FORTUNE works with Robert Levering and Milton Moskowitz of the Great Place to Work(R) Institute -- a global research and consulting firm with offices in 30 countries -- to conduct the most extensive employee survey in corporate America. Additionally, Marriott operations around the world, such as in Latin America and India, have been recognized by the Great Place to Work(R) Institute.
The full list and related stories appear in the February 2 issue of FORTUNE, available on newsstands Monday, January 26, and now at www.FORTUNE.com/bestcompanies.
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is a global leading lodging company based in Bethesda,Maryland, USA, with more than 4,200 properties in 80 countries and territories. Marriott International reported revenues of nearly $14 billion in fiscal year 2014. The company operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts under 19 brands, including: The Ritz-Carlton®, BVlgari®, EDITION®, JW Marriott®, Autograph Collection® Hotels, Renaissance® Hotels, Marriott Hotels®, Delta Hotels and Resorts®, Marriott Executive Apartments®, Marriott Vacation Club®, Gaylord Hotels®, AC Hotels by Marriott®, Courtyard®, Residence Inn®, SpringHill Suites®, Fairfield Inn & Suites®, TownePlace Suites®, Protea Hotels® and MoxyHotels®. Marriott has been consistently recognized as a top employer and for its superior business ethics. The company also manages the award-winning guest loyalty program, Marriott Rewards® and The Ritz-Carlton Rewards® program, which together surpass 50 million members. For more information or reservations, please visit our website at 
