LoyaltyLobby
  • News
  • Hotel Promos
    • Accor
    • Best Western
    • Radisson Rewards
    • Choice
    • Fairmont
    • Hilton
    • World of Hyatt
    • IHG Rewards
    • Marriott
    • Ritz-Carlton
    • Starwood
    • Wyndham Rewards
  • Reviews
  • Contact Us
  • Blog View
  •  
LoyaltyLobby
  • News
  • Hotel Promos
    • Accor
    • Best Western
    • Radisson Rewards
    • Choice
    • Fairmont
    • Hilton
    • World of Hyatt
    • IHG Rewards
    • Marriott
    • Ritz-Carlton
    • Starwood
    • Wyndham Rewards
  • Reviews
  • Contact Us
  • Blog View
  •  
LoyaltyLobby
No Result
View All Result
ADVERTISEMENT

Marriott’s President & CEO Mr. Arne Sorenson Dies Of Pancreatic Cancer

by John Ollila
February 16, 2021
Reading Time: 3 mins read
3

Marriott today announced that its CEO and President, who reduced his work commitments on February 2 due to treatment schedules (read more here), has died at the age of 62.

Marriott announced back in 2019 (read more here) that Mr. Arne Sorenson had been diagnosed with cancer but that he would continue with his duties.

Pancreatic cancer survival rate per John Hopkins:

Five-Year Survival Rate

Compared with many other cancers, the combined five-year survival rate for pancreatic cancer—the percentage of all patients who are living five years after diagnosis—is very low at just 5 to 10 percent. This is because far more people are diagnosed as stage IV when the disease has metastasized.

ADVERTISEMENT

Here’s the announcement from Marriott:

It is with profound sadness that Marriott International announces that Arne M. Sorenson, President and CEO, unexpectedly passed away on February 15, 2021. In May 2019, the company announced that Mr. Sorenson had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. On February 2, 2021, Marriott shared the news that Mr. Sorenson would temporarily reduce his schedule to facilitate more demanding treatment for pancreatic cancer.

Mr. Sorenson became the third CEO in Marriott’s history in 2012, and the first without the Marriott surname. A visionary leader, Mr. Sorenson put the company on a strong growth trajectory that included the $13-billion acquisition of Starwood Hotels & Resorts. During his tenure as CEO, Mr. Sorenson was tireless in driving the company’s progress, creating opportunities for associates, growth for owners and franchisees and results for the company’s shareholders. Known for his leadership on difficult national and global issues, Mr. Sorenson steered Marriott to make significant progress on diversity, equity and inclusion, environmental sustainability and human trafficking awareness.

“Arne was an exceptional executive – but more than that – he was an exceptional human being,” said J.W. Marriott, Jr., Executive Chairman and Chairman of the Board. “Arne loved every aspect of this business and relished time spent touring our hotels and meeting associates around the world. He had an uncanny ability to anticipate where the hospitality industry was headed and position Marriott for growth. But the roles he relished the most were as husband, father, brother and friend. On behalf of the Board and Marriott’s hundreds of thousands of associates around the world, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Arne’s wife and four children. We share your heartbreak, and we will miss Arne deeply.”

When Mr. Sorenson stepped back from full-time management in early February, the company tapped two veteran Marriott executives, Stephanie Linnartz, Group President, Consumer Operations, Technology and Emerging Businesses, and Tony Capuano, Group President, Global Development, Design and Operations Services, to share responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the company’s business units and corporate functions, in addition to maintaining their current responsibilities. Ms. Linnartz and Mr. Capuano will continue in this capacity until the Marriott Board appoints a new CEO, which is expected to be within the next two weeks.

Here’s the statement released to associates:

Mr. Sorenson just reduced his schedule two weeks ago:

Marriott CEO Reduces Schedule Due To Pancreatic Cancer Treatments

He was diagnosed with cancer in May 2019:

Marriott Statement on Health of Arne Sorenson

Conclusion

The five-year survival rate of this nasty pancreatic cancer is unfortunately very low.

If I had been in his shoes, I would have resigned in 2019 and just enjoyed the rest of my time rather than deal with Covid-19 related issues, but you shouldn’t second guess anyone’s motives.  Needless to say, he saw the well-being of the company and its employees as important as his own health.

We offer condolences to his friends and family members.

Previous Post

Last Call: Transfer Citibank Thank You Points To LifeMiles With 25% Bonus Through February 18, 2021

Next Post

Airfare of the Day [Business Class] AEROMEXICO Miami to Barcelona from $1,356

Related Articles

American Express Modifies The Popular $300 Marriott Hotel Credit Of The Bonvoy Brilliant Card Effective September 22, 2022

American Express Modifies The Popular $300 Marriott Hotel Credit Of The Bonvoy Brilliant Card Effective September 22, 2022

Sebastian Powell
June 24, 2022
10

American Express is making some extremely negative changes, eliminating the very worthwhile and popular $300 Marriott hotel credit from the...

Marriott Americas, Europe, Middle East & Africa 20% Off Escapes Through July 24, 2022

Marriott Americas, Europe, Middle East & Africa 20% Off Escapes Through July 24, 2022

John Ollila
June 22, 2022
1

Marriott has released its latest 20% off Escapes for stays at select countries in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East,...

Suite Saturdays: WOW Ocean Escape Overwater Villa @ W Maldives

Suite Saturdays: WOW Ocean Escape Overwater Villa @ W Maldives

Freddo Zabaleta
June 18, 2022
1

Welcome to our weekly video review on hotel suites and rooms around the world! This week’s edition features the WOW Ocean...

Upgrade Your Travel IQ

Make the most of your travel with our free and daily newsletter with the latest hotel and airline news and promotions.

We do not sell or share email addresses.

ADVERTISEMENT

Trending

Hilton Go Employee And Friends & Family Rate Plans
Hilton Honors

Hilton Go Employee And Friends & Family Rate Plans

July 25, 2021
DEMOTED: Lufthansa Loses 5-Star Skytrax Rating And Is Now Classified As 4-Star Carrier
Lufthansa - Miles & More

DEMOTED: Lufthansa Loses 5-Star Skytrax Rating And Is Now Classified As 4-Star Carrier

June 25, 2022
British Airways A350
British Airways

British Airways Pay With Avios Up To 4X Value Through June 27, 2022

June 25, 2022
Conrad Bora Bora Nui
Hilton Honors

LAST CALL: 100,000 Hilton Honors Points Giveaway!

June 25, 2022
American Express Modifies The Popular $300 Marriott Hotel Credit Of The Bonvoy Brilliant Card Effective September 22, 2022
American Express

American Express Modifies The Popular $300 Marriott Hotel Credit Of The Bonvoy Brilliant Card Effective September 22, 2022

June 24, 2022

Top Categories

  • IHG Rewards Club
  • Marriott Bonvoy
  • Hilton Honors
  • Accor ALL
  • Airfare Of The Day
  • Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG)
  • Hyatt – World of Hyatt
  • American Airlines – AAdvantage
  • Travel News
  • United Airlines – Mileage Plus
ADVERTISEMENT

All Categories

In Case You Missed It

Japan Airlines Mileage Bank Members Can Convert Miles To ALL Points

Japan Airlines Mileage Bank Members Can Convert Miles To ALL Points

June 23, 2022
Oman Air Plans To Apply Oneworld Membership

Oman Air Joins Oneworld Alliance In 2024

June 20, 2022
Airfare of the Day [Business Class] ROYAL JORDANIAN Frankfurt to Bangkok from 1,445€

Airfare of the Day [Business Class] ROYAL JORDANIAN Frankfurt to Bangkok from 1,445€

June 21, 2022
IHG Europe Up To 25% Off Summer Sale For Stays Through January 31, 2023 (Book By August 2)

IHG Europe Up To 25% Off Summer Sale For Stays Through January 31, 2023 (Book By August 2)

June 21, 2022
Accor ALL Germany Double & Triple Points Through August 26, 2022

Accor ALL Germany Double & Triple Points Through August 26, 2022

June 23, 2022
ADVERTISEMENT

Since 2011, we have been helping millions of visitors like you untangle travel loyalty programs for free upgrades, flights and hotel nights.

Facebook Twitter Youtube Instagram

Site Navigation

  • About LoyaltyLobby
  • News
  • Reviews
  • Airfares
  • Contact Us

Hotel Promotions

  • Accor
  • Hilton
  • IHG Rewards
  • Marriott
  • World of Hyatt

Sign Up For Our Newsletter

Our free daily newsletter sends you the latest information on hotel and airline programs.

We do not share or sell email addresses.

Site & Contents ©2011-2022 LoyaltyLobby.com
Terms of Use & Privacy Policy

  • News
  • Hotel Promotions
    • Accor
    • Best Western
    • Choice
    • Fairmont
    • Hilton
    • IHG Rewards
    • Marriott
    • Radisson Rewards
    • Ritz-Carlton
    • Starwood
    • World of Hyatt
    • Wyndham Rewards
  • Reviews
  • Contact Us
  • Blog View
No Result
View All Result

© 2011–2021 LoyaltyLobby.com - Site & Contents