IN MEMORIAL
IN MEMORY OF
ARNE SORENSON
By JEFF WEINSTEIN , EDITOR IN CHIEF
The outpouring of love , appreciation and fond memories from the hotel world upon reading the news of Arne Sorenson ’ s death on February 15 was overwhelming and so appropriate . The late Marriott International CEO carved out a legacy that was so much more about the mark he left as an individual than as the successful executive he was — and that ’ s likely the way he wanted it .
The tributes came from far and wide , and everyone focused on the care he showed for the people around him , his desire to grow the industry ’ s diversity and inclusivity , and the joy for travel and hospitality , as well as his associates , that he carried with him everywhere he went .
The HOTELS April 2020 annual People Issue named Arne its Legend and published a profile that focused on not only his determination and vigilance to lead Marriott forward for what would turn out to be its most challenging year , but his humility and team-building skills that have earned him so much admiration .
It seems only fitting that in his memory we excerpt that profile , which truly captured what he loved about the business and the people he worked with at Marriott .
10 hotelsmag . com March / April 2021