Marriott International Again Named One of Fortune's World’s Most Admired Companies

Marriott International announced it has once again been named one of Fortune's World’s Most Admired Companies. The company has appeared on Fortune's Most Admired Companies' list consecutively since its inception in 1998. Marriott was named number one in the Hotels, Casinos, and Resorts category and placed number 14 in this year’s ranking overall.

Award:
Named one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies (January 22, 2026).

Industry Ranking:
Continues to hold the #1 position in the Hotels, Casinos, and Resorts category.

Overall Ranking:
Placed #14 across all industries in Fortune’s global list.

Legacy:
Marriott has appeared on the list every year since its inception in 1998.

Criteria for Recognition
Fortune evaluates companies on nine dimensions, including:
- Investment value
- Quality of management and products
- Community responsibility
- Ability to attract and retain talent

Leadership Statement
Anthony Capuano, President & CEO, highlighted that the recognition reflects the dedication of Marriott associates worldwide, who embody the company’s purpose of “connecting people through the power of travel.”

Recent Initiatives & Achievements
- Be People Brand and Elevate Program: Global frontline associate development initiative, boosting retention by 25% and increasing promotion likelihood 5.5x.
- Community Engagement: Surpassed its goal of 15 million volunteer hours globally since 2016, ahead of schedule.
- Future Goal: Contribute an additional 15 million volunteer hours by 2030, accelerating to 3 million hours annually.
- Approaching its 100th anniversary in 2027, Marriott continues to emphasize values of people first, excellence, integrity, and service.

Company Snapshot
- Portfolio: 9,700+ properties across 30+ brands in 143 countries and territories (as of Sept 2025).
- Travel Platform: Marriott Bonvoy®, highly awarded loyalty program.

This recognition reinforces Marriott’s position as a global leader in hospitality, admired not only for its scale but also for its culture and community focus.