As both Sunrise and Marriott previously indicated, J.W. Marriott, Jr., chairman and chief executive officer of Marriott, joined the Sunrise board of directors effective upon the closing of the transaction.
MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL, INC.
[NYSE: MAR]
, a leading worldwide hospitality company, has nearly 2,600 hotels in the United States and 66 other countries and territories. In addition to operating and franchising hotels, Marriott operates vacation ownership resorts and corporate housing, with its businesses comprising 18 brands. The company based in Washington, D.C., and has approximately 144,000 employees. In fiscal year 2002, Marriott International reported systemwide sales of $18.6 billion. For more information or reservations, please visit www.marriott.com.
Note: This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of federal securities laws, including statements concerning proceeds from the sale of the Marriott Senior Living Services business and a possible future trial in Maryland, that are not historical facts. We caution you that these statements are not guarantees of future events or performance and are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including satisfaction of customary closing conditions and the receipt of necessary regulatory approvals. These statements are made as of the date of this press release, and we undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward- looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
41st NBTA International Convention & Exposition
