CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced it has selected Anne-Marie Law as the company’s chief human resources officer. Law will assume the role on October 3 and report to Mark Hoplamazian, president and chief executive officer.
“Anne-Marie shares our passion for putting people first, truly exemplifying what the ‘heart’ of Hyatt is all about,” said Hoplamazian. “Throughout her career, she has consistently implemented thoughtful programs that sparked positive cultural change and drove improved performance. We believe Anne-Marie will be instrumental in continuing to evolve our culture and propel our business to even greater growth.”
Law joins Hyatt from Baxalta Corporation, where she served as global head of human resources. In her previous role, Law was responsible for the company’s organizational design, implementation and governance model following the spinoff from Baxter International and the Shire acquisition and integration. Her more than 25-year career in human resources also includes leadership positions with McKesson and Intel.
“I was drawn to Hyatt’s purpose-driven approach and the commitment to defining decisions and actions based on empathy,” said Law. “Hyatt is globally recognized for its commitment to its people, and I look forward to working for and supporting the continued growth of Hyatt’s 100,000 colleagues around the world.”
The term “Hyatt” is used in this release for convenience to refer to Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and/or one or more of its affiliates.
About Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 12 premier brands and 667 properties in 54 countries, as of June 30, 2016. The Company's purpose to care for people so they can be their best informs its business decisions and growth strategy and is intended to create value for shareholders, build relationships with guests and attract the best colleagues in the industry. The Company's subsidiaries develop, own, operate, manage, franchise, license or provide services to hotels, resorts, branded residences and vacation ownership properties, including under the Park Hyatt®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt®, Andaz®, Hyatt Centric™, The Unbound Collection by Hyatt™, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Ziva™, Hyatt Zilara™ and Hyatt Residence Club® brand names and have locations on six continents. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.
