Marriott International's board of directors has announced the election of Taco Bell CEO Sean Tresvant as an independent director of the company, effective 12 February 2025.

Tresvant's appointment is expected to be ratified at the 2025 annual stockholder meeting.

Following this election, the board will consist of 13 members, ten of which are independent.

Marriott International Board chairman David Marriott said: “We are thrilled to welcome Sean to Marriott’s board of directors.

“In his time at Taco Bell, Sean has overseen some of the company’s most innovative transformations. Sean’s leadership has helped the company focus on continuous growth while keeping culture front of mind—taking care of associates, customers, franchisees, and the communities they serve. As Marriott focuses on innovating for the future, Sean will be a valuable addition to our board.”

As CEO of Taco Bell, Tresvant has been instrumental in driving growth strategies and enhancing franchise operations. His focus on profitable growth and social impact has been central to his role.

Additionally, Tresvant is a proactive member of the Black Executive CMO Alliance, advocating for Black marketing professionals, and has amassed more than 15 years of experience at Nike, where he served as chief marketing officer for the Jordan Brand.

Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, US, Marriott manages a portfolio of approximately 9,100 properties spread across more than 30 brands in 142 countries and territories. The company operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts worldwide.