Well, it’s nice to see some level of accountability for once, though I think he’ll be just fine (thanks to Todd for flagging this).
Mark Hoplamazian, Hyatt’s President & CEO, will become Chairman of the Board effective immediately. Pritzker has served in his current role since 2004, though has served in senior roles at predecessor entities starting in 1980. As it’s described, during his tenure, he has “provided strategic stewardship as Hyatt expanded its global brand presence, strengthened its asset-light business model, and delivered long-term value for stockholders.”
Here’s what Pritzker officially had to say about his retirement, in Hyatt’s press release:
A great solo travel tip spotted this week on One Mile at a Time.
