Arne Sorenson, CEO & President of Marriott International, discusses his hotel's plans for global expansion and creating jobs in the industry. Marriott International, Inc. and South Africa's Protea Hospitality Holdings yesterday announced that they have signed definitive agreements for the purchase by Marriott of Protea's three brands and management company.

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