Marriott International Hotels in Mexico Recognized for Diversity and Inclusion

Mexico City, DF, December 17, 2014 - Marriott International hotels in Mexicohave been awarded the "Gilberto Rincon Gallardo" Inclusive Company Award, in the Antigua Camara de Senadores, for its diversity and inclusion policies for associates. This coveted award recognizes organizations that go above and beyond to provide associates with more independence and autonomy in the workplace, creating an environment based on equal opportunities.

Marriott International prides itself on its service and training programs and is committed to ensuring that its diversity and inclusion practices are above par.  At Marriott, associates, suppliers and guests can be sure that they are supporting a global company that strives to meet and exceed the needs of both its associates and guests.

The Marriott International hotels in Mexico credited with this recognition include JW Marriott Mexico City, Courtyard by Marriott Mexico City Airport, México City Marriott Reforma Hotel, Marriott Casamagna Puerto Vallarta Resort & SPA, JW Marriott Cancún Resort & Spa, and the Marriott CasaMagna Cancún Resort & Spa.

Marriott has been consistently recognized as an outstanding employer, and for its diversity and inclusion programs.  China Gorman, Global CEO of Great Places to Work, surprised the JW Marriott Hotel Mexico City associates with a video announcing that Marriott International was one of the "25 World's Best Multinational Workplaces."  Ranked 7 out of 25, Marriott was the highest-ranked hotel company on the list and the only one to achieve this honor four years in a row. 

Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is a global leading lodging company based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, with more than 4,100 properties in 79 countries and territories.  Marriott International reported revenues of nearly $13 billion in fiscal year 2013.  The company operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts under 18 brands.www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com.  

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