Marriott Worldwide has introduced that long-time firm govt Brian King has been appointed president of the Caribbean and Latin America area.
King will tackle his new function in January and can report back to Craig Smith, who will assume the function of group president, worldwide at the moment.
King succeeds Tim Sheldon, who lately introduced his retirement.
“The Caribbean and Latin America is one among Marriott’s quickest rising areas and we’ll profit significantly having Brian King on the helm as we proceed to concentrate on assembly the wants of our visitors, associates and homeowners,” stated Smith.
“Brian is an distinctive chief who has labored throughout digital, model, advertising and marketing, gross sales and operations at Marriott.
“He brings that depth of expertise in addition to a dedication to placing individuals first which has been a cornerstone of his profession.
“I’m trying ahead to working with Brian and to persevering with to develop Marriott’s presence on this vital area.”
Marriott’s Caribbean and Latin America area contains 268 properties unfold throughout 34 international locations.
In August final 12 months, Marriott introduced the launch of its all-inclusive platform and the signing of administration contracts with resort builders who plan to construct seven new all-inclusive resorts within the area.
In December 2019, Marriott acquired Elegant Lodges Group, which incorporates seven resorts in Barbados, to assist additional jump-start the expansion of the corporate’s all-inclusive lodging platform.
“I’m thrilled to have this chance to be a companion within the ongoing success of the Caribbean and Latin America area,” stated King.
“To assist the rising legacy of all of the caring associates and revolutionary homeowners on this dynamic a part of the globe is the best honour of my profession.
“Having began on the entrance line serving our visitors is a present that retains me grounded in our TakeCare tradition and the drive for fast innovation and strategic enlargement.”
A 27-year Marriott veteran, King at the moment serves as international officer main 9,500 associates in distribution, income technique, buyer engagement centres, the worldwide gross sales organisation and planning and providers.
