Marriott International Announces Retirement of Leeny Oberg, Chief Financial Officer and EVP, Development, in 2026

Core Points - Marriott International announced the retirement of Leeny Oberg, the Chief Financial Officer, effective March 31, 2026, after 26 years with the company [1][2] - Jen Mason and Shawn Hill have been named as successors, with Mason becoming CFO and Hill taking on the role of Chief Development Officer [1][3] Leadership Transition - Leeny Oberg has served as CFO since January 1, 2016, and has significantly contributed to the company's value creation, especially during the pandemic and the Starwood acquisition [2][4] - Jen Mason, a 33-year veteran of Marriott, will assume the CFO role, currently serving as Global Officer, Treasurer, and Risk Management [3][4] - Shawn Hill, with nearly 28 years at Marriott, will become Chief Development Officer, having successfully expanded Marriott's presence in the Asia Pacific region [5][6] Company Performance - Under Oberg's leadership, Marriott's shareholder value has increased significantly, with stock performance outperforming the S&P 500 since she became CFO [2][4] - Hill's leadership in the Asia Pacific region has resulted in portfolio growth from over 465 open properties to more than 635, with an increase in the pipeline from 276 to 383 properties [6][7] Future Outlook - Both Mason and Hill will join Marriott's executive leadership team and report to President and CEO Anthony Capuano, ensuring continuity in leadership and strategic direction [8][9] - Capuano expressed confidence in Mason's financial acumen and Hill's development expertise to drive future growth and success for Marriott [9]