Marriott CMO Julius Robinson Is Ushering in a New Travel Experience

Robinson, who began his Marriott career in a call center as a Rutgers University student, has held various leadership positions with Marriott—from Global Brand Leader for Autograph Collection Hotels and Tribute Portfolio to Vice President of Global Sales and Brand Franchising, He plays a pivotal role in the development and implementation of strategic priorities designed to yield profitable sales, increased market share, and expanded competitive advantage for more than 5,800 Managed by Marriott and franchised hotels. Spending the appropriate time “understanding who people truly are, and meeting people where they are while having the ability to do business or build a relationship in their environment is essential in DEI,” adds Robinson. On the campus of Howard University, the Marriott-Sorenson Center for Hospitality Leadership is “establishing innovative, and practical learning opportunities to expand the pipeline of highly qualified students to lead hospitality companies.”