J. Willard Marriott Awards of Excellence
Marriott International, Inc. is proud to celebrate the winners of the 2025 J. Willard Marriott Awards of Excellence at the company’s annual ceremony, which brings together associates from around the world.
Established in 1987 and named after Marriott’s founder, the J. Willard Marriott Awards of Excellence recognize outstanding individuals, teams and properties for their exemplary achievements, commitment to excellence and extraordinary service to communities, guests and each other.
At the awards ceremony, the 10 individual winners, one Marriott Business Council, and four properties took the stage to share their incredible stories with fellow associates and Marriott leadership.
The awards focus on several areas, including honoring outstanding community service, workplace teambuilding initiatives, exemplifying the company’s core values, driving innovation, empowering the future generation of leaders, and promoting physical, mental, and financial wellness.
“Every year, I am amazed by the inspiring stories of the Awards of Excellence honorees,” said Anthony Capuano, President and Chief Executive Officer of Marriott International. “Their hard work and outstanding actions have a positive impact that extends far beyond the walls of the workplace. These individuals perfectly embody our company’s core values, and it is a privilege to come together in celebration of their remarkable accomplishments.”
Capuano kicked off the awards ceremony with Chairman of the Board David Marriott and Board Member and Global Cultural Ambassador Emeritus Debbie Marriott Harrison, who served as the emcees throughout the event.
The 2025 J. Willard Marriott Awards of Excellence winners are:
- Guillermo Baudino, Director of Housekeeping, Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance
- Sheila Burgess, Guest Event Expert, Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
- Dasha Chayka, General Manager, TownePlace Suites Naples
- Murat Elci, Environmental Management Officer, The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin
- Vilma Gonzalez, Club Lounge Concierge, The Westin Galleria Houston
- Rachel Gregoire, Assistant Director of Residences, The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos
- Able He, Duty Engineer, Zhuzhou Marriott Hotel
- Mohammed Kashif Khan, Commis 1, The St. Regis Mumbai
- Rickey Oubre, Cook, Walt Disney World Dolphin
- Frank Zhang Fangyi, Banquet Supervisor, JW Marriott Hotel Beijing Central
- Alice S. Marriott Award for Community Service: Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
- W. Marriott Diversity Excellence Award: Delta Hotels Fredericton
- Debbie Marriott Harrison TakeCare Award of Excellence: Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel
- Stephen Garff Marriott Award of Excellence for Culture: Sheraton Lisboa Hotel & Spa
- David S. Marriott Next Gen Business Council Award: Egypt Next Gen Business Council
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