Marriott International, Inc., is pleased to announce the winners of 2025 J. Willard Marriott Award of Excellence during the company’s award ceremony, which gathers associates around the globe. Established in 1987 and named after Marriott’s founder, the J. Willard Marriott Awards of Excellence recognize outstanding individuals, teamsandpropertiesfor their exemplary achievements, commitment to excellence and extraordinary service to communities, guests and each other.
At the awards ceremony the 10 winners individually, as well as the Marriott Business council and four Marriott properties, shared their amazing stories with Marriott leadership. The awards cover a wide range of topics, such as recognizing community service, workplace initiatives to build teamwork, exemplifying company values, empowering future leaders, promoting physical, financial, and mental wellness, and honoring the best in the field.
“I am always amazed at the stories of those who receive the Awards of Excellence,” said Anthony Capuano – President and Chief executive officer of Marriott International. “Their efforts and actions are having a positive influence that goes beyond the office walls.” These individuals embody the core values of our organization, and it is an honor to be able to celebrate their outstanding accomplishments.”
Capuano began the awards ceremony alongside Chairman of the board David Marriott and Board member and Global Cultural ambassador Emeritus Debbie Marriott Harrison who served as emcees during the event.
The winners of 2025 J. Willard Marriott Awards of Excellence include:
- Guillermo Baudino is the 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 is an Environmental Management Officer. The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin
- Vilma González, Club Lounge Concierge The Westin Galleria Houston
- Rachel Gregoire is the Assistant Director for Residences. The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos
- Able He, Duty Engineering 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 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. Martin Next Gen Business Council Awards: Egypt Next Gen Business Council
For more information about the award program, please visit https://www.marriott.com/culture-and-values/awards-of-excellence.mi.
