Bill Marriott

The keynotes by Bill Marriott discuss the steps one must take in life to ensure happiness and success in both their careers and personal lives. Bill Marriott is the former CEO of Marriott International Inc., one of the largest hotel chains in the world with over 3,700 hotels in 31 countries.

Before immersing himself in the hospitality industry, Bill Marriott attended the University of Utah, where he received a B.S. degree in banking and finance. Upon graduating he joined the United States Navy. It was not until 1956 that he joined that Marriott company when he began managing its first hotel. In 1964 he was elected its president and then took over the role of CEO in 1972.

The keynotes by Bill Marriott touch on his well-known management style, which places a great emphasis on the well-being and happiness of employees.