CHICAGO (March 14, 2014) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (“Hyatt” or the “Company”) (NYSE: H) announced today that it is holding the first Investor Meeting in the Company’s history.
Mark S. Hoplamazian, president and chief executive officer of Hyatt Hotels Corporation, said, “Since our initial public offering in 2009, Hyatt has continued to execute on its goal of becoming the most preferred brand in each customer segment that we serve. We have demonstrated high quality system growth, entered more than 70 new markets and doubled our base of executed contracts for future growth. We have effectively recycled capital and returned more than $800 million to shareholders while maintaining a strong balance sheet.”
Mr. Hoplamazian continued, “Looking ahead, we are well positioned with diverse tools to drive earnings, strong relationships and powerful brands to take advantage of the current lodging environment. We expect to deliver superior long-term growth while also returning capital to shareholders. Our differentiated model of driving preference among our colleagues, guests and owners will allow us to continue creating long-term shareholder value.”
Webcast
All interested persons may listen to a simultaneous webcast of the Investor Meeting, from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. CT. The webcast may be accessed through the Company’s website at www.hyatt.com and selecting the Investor Relations link located at the bottom of the page, or by dialing 617.399.5124, passcode #36968775. A copy of the presentation will be available on the Company’s website today, Friday, March 14, prior to the commencement of the webcast.
For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, a replay will be available from 3:00 p.m. CT on March 14, 2014 through March 21, 2014 at midnight by dialing 617.801.6888, passcode # 52434271. Additionally, an archive of the webcast will be available on the Company’s website for approximately 90 days.
About Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company with a proud heritage of making guests feel more than welcome. Thousands of members of the Hyatt family strive to make a difference in the lives of the guests they encounter every day by providing authentic hospitality. The Company's subsidiaries manage, franchise, own and develop hotels and resorts under the Hyatt®, Park Hyatt®, Andaz®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Zilara™ and Hyatt Ziva™ brand names and have locations on six continents. Hyatt Residential Group, Inc., a Hyatt Hotels Corporation subsidiary, develops, operates, markets or licenses Hyatt Residences® and Hyatt Residence Club®. As of December 31, 2013, the Company's worldwide portfolio consisted of 548 properties in 48 countries. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
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Hyatt Hotels Corporation
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Hyatt Hotels Corporation
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