Loss Prevention Executive
About the job
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- At least 2 years of related work experience.
- At least 1 year of supervisory experience.
- Ability to complete required safety training and certifications.
- Ability to read and visually verify information in various formats.
- Ability to visually inspect tools, equipment, and machines for defects.
- Ability to use computers and point-of-sale systems to enter and locate work-related information.
- Ability to respond physically to work situations by running, walking, or jogging.
- Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods or an entire work shift.
- Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance and over 75 pounds with assistance.
- Ability to perform fine motor tasks and hand-eye coordination involving objects of varying sizes and weights.
- Ability to move through narrow, confined, or elevated spaces and over uneven, slippery, or sloped surfaces, stairs, and service ramps.
- Ability to reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
- Patrol all areas of the property, secure rooms, and assist guests with room access.
- Conduct emergency response drills, daily physical hazard and safety inspections, investigations, interviews, and key control audits.
- Monitor closed-circuit televisions and alarm systems.
- Authorize, monitor, and document access to secured areas.
- Assist guests and employees during emergency situations.
- Respond to accidents, contact emergency medical services, or administer first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation as required.
- Gather information and complete reports.
- Maintain confidentiality of reports and documents and release information only to authorized individuals.
- Defuse disturbances in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Resolve safety hazard situations and handle interruptions and complaints.
- Escort unwelcome persons from the property.
- Ensure compliance with alcoholic beverage control laws.
- Call for assistance using proper code responses.
- Provide proper paperwork to employees.
- Assist management in training, motivating, and coaching employees.
- Serve as a role model and first point of contact for the Guarantee of Fair Treatment/Open Door Policy process.
- Follow company policies and procedures and report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to the manager.
- Maintain a clean and professional uniform and personal appearance.
- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets.
- Welcome and acknowledge guests according to company standards, anticipate and address their service needs, and thank them with genuine appreciation.
- Communicate clearly and professionally, prepare and review written documents accurately and completely, and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships, support the team in reaching common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to employee concerns.
- Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
- Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by supervisors.
About the company
Marriott International runs a global network of hotels and lodging facilities to serve business travelers, vacationers, and long-term guests. It earns money from owning, leasing, managing, and franchising properties, charging guests for room stays and extra services like food and beverages, events, and amenities, plus management and franchise fees from operated or branded hotels. Compared with competitors, Marriott relies on a diversified mix of ownership models and revenue streams across many regions, backed by a large brand and reservation network. Its goal is to provide reliable lodging worldwide while maintaining safety standards and expanding its footprint through owned, leased, managed, and franchised properties.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Bethesda, Maryland
Founded
1927
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 pipeline reached 629,000 rooms, with conversions driving 40% of openings.
- IOI Properties signed four Malaysian hotels on October 1, 2026, adding 888 rooms.
- Mexico hit 300 Marriott properties on September 29, 2026, showing durable franchise expansion.
What critics are saying
- FTC’s 2024 data-security order and MDL-2879 keep Starwood breach liabilities alive in 2026.
- Bonvoy devaluations in 2026 erode member trust and push high-value travelers toward Hilton.
- Middle East RevPAR dropped 43% in Q2 2026; sustained conflict can hit 2027 earnings.
What makes Marriott International unique
- Marriott Bonvoy and 10,000-plus properties create unmatched global distribution and loyalty lock-in.
- September 28, 2026 pipeline added over 9,000 rooms, reinforcing owner demand for Marriott brands.
- Series by Marriott launched in South Korea on September 29, 2026, broadening local-identity growth.
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↑ 9%Da Nang is targeting nearly 93,000 MICE visitors in 2026, a 12% increase from the previous year. Courtyard by Marriott Danang Han River, which opened in May 2025 as Vietnam's first Courtyard by Marriott hotel, is positioning itself to capture this growing business events market. The hotel features 13 meeting venues, including a Grand Ballroom with 8.5-metre ceilings and natural daylight. An outdoor event space on Level 45 overlooks the Han River and city skyline. With 296 guest rooms on-site, the hotel aims to simplify logistics for event organisers by offering accommodation and meeting spaces under one roof. The property is centrally located in Da Nang and offers both international and local Vietnamese cuisine for events.
Marriott International signs landmark agreement with FICO Corporation for seven hotels in Thailand. Expected to add more than 1,200 keys across Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket, this signing includes JW Marriott Bangkok Sathorn and the anticipated debut of citizenM, Four Points Flex by Sheraton and Series by Marriott in Thailand Marriott International Inc. signs agreement with FICO Corporation, to bring seven hotels to Thailand, which are projected to add a further 1,262 keys to Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket. The portfolio deal includes the expansion of the JW Marriott brand and is set to introduce citizenM, Four Points Flex by Sheraton and Series by Marriott to Thailand for the first time. "We are delighted to further strengthen our relationship with FICO Corporation through this significant expansion in Thailand. This growing portfolio reflects a shared vision for the future of hospitality - one that embraces evolving traveler preferences, distinctive lifestyle experiences and destinations designed for holistic wellbeing and meaningful connection. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with FICO to bring this vision to life across Thailand's dynamic urban and leisure destinations," said Rajeev Menon, President, Asia Pacific excluding China, Marriott International. * JW Marriott Bangkok Sathorn - expected to feature 288-keys, the luxury hotel is slated to bring together refined hospitality and urban living, with enhanced well-being experiences offered through diverse sports and fitness facilities and a vibrant lifestyle hub, creating a welcoming environment where guests can recharge, reconnect and experience the energy of Bangkok. * citizenM Bangkok Sukhumvit 11 - anticipated to mark the brand's debut in Thailand with 147 keys. Reflecting citizenM's signature approach to modern hospitality, the hotel is expected to combine intuitive technology, bold contemporary design and genuine service and an exciting food and beverage venue in the heart of Bangkok's Sukhumvit district. * Four Points Flex by Sheraton - three properties set to mark the brand's entry in Thailand, strategically located across Bangkok. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Bangkok Sukhumvit 8 (expected 162 keys), Four Points Flex by Sheraton Bangkok Sukhumvit 14 (expected 130 keys), and the heritage rich Four Points Flex by Sheraton Bangkok Surawong (expected 201 keys) are slated to offer seamless stays close to the city's BTS skytrain network. Designed for travelers who are always on the move, it focuses on the fundamentals with principles of reliability, efficiency and value in both design and guest experience. PATTAYA & PHUKET Marriott's newest collection brand, Series by Marriott, is designed to deliver comfortable, approachable stays that celebrate the character of each destination while offering the reliability and consistency that travelers value. Set to make its debut in Thailand, the brand is coming to two of the country's most popular resort destinations with the 192-key Easy Planet North Pattaya, Series by Marriott, and the 142-key Easy Planet Phuket Patong, Series by Marriott. "For me, hospitality has always been about more than simply providing a place to stay. It is about creating places where people feel good, connect with others and enjoy how they spend their time. As we look ahead, I believe wellness, sports and lifestyle will play an increasingly important role in how people travel and live. This expansion gives us the opportunity to bring that thinking into our hospitality portfolio and create experiences that are relevant not only to our guests, but also to the communities around us. We are excited to continue this journey with Marriott International and to build something meaningful together in Thailand," commented Mr. Krit Srichawla, Chairman, FICO Corporation. This multi-property agreement builds on the existing relationship between Marriott International and FICO Corporation, which spans four hotels in Bangkok under four distinct brands: Hotel Muse Bangkok, Autograph Collection, Marriott Executive Apartments Bangkok Townhall Sukhumvit, Four Points by Sheraton Bangkok Ploenchit Sukhumvit, and Metropole Bangkok, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. This expanded collaboration is set to create a joint portfolio of 11 hotels across 8 brands including three brand debuts in the country. To learn more about Marriott International's hotels and resorts in Thailand, please visit www.marriott.com.
JW Marriott launches first-ever all-inclusive resort at Costa Elena Guanacaste Costa Rica 2026. JW Marriott breaks brand precedent with the opening of Costa Elena Resort & Spa, the first all-inclusive property in the brand's global portfolio, featuring 415 rooms in Guanacaste. By Kunal K Choudhary October 07, 2026 Image generated by AI Imagine arriving at Playa El Jobo, where the typical "all-inclusive" buffet is replaced by a seven-course regional tasting menu and a private swim-out suite. For travelers booking the newly opened JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, the experience shifts from standard package tourism to a curated luxury immersion in the heart of Guanacaste. Plan Trips A global first for JW Marriott in Guanacaste. The hospitality landscape in Costa Rica has shifted with the debut of the JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa. This opening is a strategic anomaly for the brand, marking the very first time JW Marriott has implemented an all-inclusive model anywhere in the world. Situated on the northern Pacific coast, the property is designed to pivot away from the high-volume feel of traditional all-inclusives, focusing instead on "mindful" luxury and indigenous cultural integration. The architectural narrative of the resort is rooted in the Bribri and Cabécar traditions, specifically the story of Sibú, the creator deity. This influence is visible in the open-air layouts and the use of local materials, including a massive handcrafted walnut installation in the main lobby. By blending high-capacity inventory with villa-style privacy, the resort aims to capture the growing market of affluent travelers seeking wellness-centric vacations. Property specifications and amenities. The scale of the Costa Elena property is significant, designed to function as a self-contained destination while maintaining a connection to the Nicoya Peninsula's reputation for longevity. | Feature | Specification | Details | | Total Room Count | 415 | Includes guestrooms, Mindful Suites, and Presidential Suites | | Swimming Pools | 17 | Including an oceanfront infinity pool and semi-private swim-outs | | Dining Venues | 15 | Mix of Costa Rican, Japanese, Italian, and Mexican concepts | | Wellness Space | 16,000 sq. ft. Spa by JW, Fitness Centre, and the first Mindfulness House | | Event Space | 9,000+ sq. ft. Oceanfront ballroom and various outdoor venues | | Exclusive Tier | Griffin Club | Private lounge, dedicated concierge, and private beach access | Your rights as a luxury traveler. When booking high-value all-inclusive packages at international resorts, passengers and guests often overlook the contractual protections governing their stay. Whether you are flying into Liberia (LIR) or San José (SJO) to reach Guanacaste, your rights are split between transit law and hospitality contracts. Flight Protections to Costa Rica: If your journey to the resort is disrupted, your rights depend on the carrier. For those flying from the EU or UK, EU261/2004 provides strict compensation for cancellations or delays over three hours, provided the cause is not "extraordinary circumstances." For US-based travelers, the US Department of Transportation (DOT) mandates full refunds for significantly changed flights, regardless of the ticket's "non-refundable" status. Track Flights Hospitality and Booking Rights: Under standard luxury hospitality frameworks, "all-inclusive" does not mean "unlimited without restriction." Guests should review the specific Terms and Conditions regarding: * The Griffin Club: Ensure that "priority access" is contractually defined to avoid disputes over availability. * Cancellation Policies: High-end resorts often have stricter windows (30-60 days) for full refunds compared to standard hotels. * Package Inclusions: Verify if "all-inclusive" covers the private yacht excursions and deep-sea fishing mentioned in the resort's offerings, as these are frequently tiered as "add-ons." Rebooking and arrival strategy. For travelers planning a visit to the JW Marriott Costa Elena, the logistical approach to Guanacaste is as important as the stay itself. Transit Options: The most efficient route is flying into Guanacaste Airport (LIR). To monitor real-time flight status and avoid surprises upon arrival, utilize FlightAware to track your incoming aircraft. If your flight is canceled, do not rely solely on the airline's automated system; check for alternative carriers serving the LIR route, such as United, Delta, or JetBlue. Book Flights * Pre-Arrival Customization: If booking the Griffin Club, submit your wellness and dining preferences at least 14 days prior to arrival to ensure the personalized experience is locked in. * Wellness Scheduling: The 16,000-square-foot wellness center and the Mindfulness House will be high-demand areas. Book sound baths and cacao ceremonies immediately upon confirmation of your stay. * Local Integration: While the resort offers a weekly night market, Nomadlawyer suggest arranging a private guide to explore the Nicoya Peninsula to experience the authentic "Blue Zone" lifestyle beyond the resort gates. FAQ: JW Marriott Costa Elena 2026. Is this a standard all-inclusive resort? No. Unlike traditional buffet-style resorts, this property uses 15 distinct dining concepts, including specialized wood-fired coastal cooking and Japanese teppanyaki, focusing on a "garden-to-plate" philosophy via the on-site JW Garden. What makes the Griffin Club different from a standard room? The Griffin Club acts as a hotel-within-a-hotel, providing a private lounge, a dedicated concierge, a private beach area, and priority reservations for the resort's 15 dining venues. Are the wellness activities included in the all-inclusive price? While basic access is typically included, specialized treatments at the Spa by JW or guided Reiki and sound sessions in the Mindfulness House may carry additional fees. Check your specific booking tier. How do I get to the resort from the airport? The resort is located in Guanacaste. The closest major airport is Liberia (LIR). Nomadlawyer recommend arranging a private transfer through the resort's concierge to ensure a seamless transition to Playa El Jobo. A bold pivot for a legacy brand, redefining the all-inclusive experience through the lens of Costa Rican wellness. Related travel guides. Disclaimer. This article is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice. While Nomadlawyer strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, travel policies, regulations, and conditions change rapidly. Always verify information with official sources before making travel decisions. Nomad Lawyer makes no representations about the accuracy, reliability, completeness, or suitability of the information provided. Readers should consult qualified professionals for advice specific to their circumstances. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Nomad Lawyer. Plan Vacations Kunal K Choudhary. 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Marriott Media Expands Travel Media Network with new data. Marriott Media Expands Travel Media Network By combining Marriott's first-party insights and owned channels with premium offsite activation, Marriott Media is building a connected ecosystem that helps brands reach travelers from pre-trip planning to arrival and beyond. The latest expansion includes new partnerships and capabilities that further distinguish Marriott Media from traditional media networks and advance its vision to build the leading travel media network at scale.Marriott Media's new partnerships with FreeWheel, LiveRamp, Nexxen and Viant will give advertisers additional ways to connect their own customer data with Marriott's high-value traveler audiences and activate campaigns across premium video and omnichannel environments. The expanded partner ecosystem includes: * FreeWheel connects Marriott's travel audiences with advertisers buying premium streaming video and expanding their ability to reach high-value travelers at scale across trusted streaming environments. * LiveRamp extends Marriott's first-party data capabilities at scale, enabling brands to securely match their customer data with Marriott's to build custom audience segments and activate them across Marriott Media's owned and third-party marketplace inventory. * Nexxen enables advertisers to activate Marriott's high-value audiences across premium CTV and video inventory through both private marketplace and demand-side buys. * Viant strengthens household-level identity and omnichannel activation capabilities, enabling advertisers to reach Marriott's traveler audiences wherever they navigate in digital media. The expansion builds upon significant growth across Marriott Media's owned and operated channels. Over the past year, Marriott Media has expanded its direct sales offering by more than 50%, added eight new placements, including high-impact takeovers across Marriott Bonvoy's web and app and curated on-property experiential activations. Marriott Media has also grown its pre-set audience offering from eight segments at launch to 32 segments built on more than 500 attributes across travel behavior, spending patterns, passions and lifestyle attributes. Advertisers can activate directly or programmatically across onsite and offsite channels with full-funnel measurement.Guest Room Entertainment brings this expanded reach to life by integrating brand content directly into the in-room TV experience. The channel is particularly effective around citywide events, major meetings and sponsorship activations, helping brands connect with travelers when they are most engaged. In a recent takeover associated with a major business event, Marriott Media exceeded campaign delivery goals by 28% and generated more than 4 million impressions. Recent research further underscores the opportunity, with 75% of travelers reporting they are more open to discovery while traveling than in everyday life.Marriott Media will continue to strengthen its network extension and AI capabilities with existing partners including Koddi and The Trade Desk. Additional partnerships and platform capabilities are expected to be announced in the coming months. AdTech Edge is a leading digital publication covering the latest developments in advertising technology, AI-driven marketing, programmatic advertising, retail media, connected TV (CTV), data privacy, media buying, and digital advertising innovation.
Who uses Extended Stay hotels? The customer is not necessarily a tourist enjoying a very long vacation. Extended stay hotels can accommodate construction workers, engineers, consultants, medical professionals, airline and logistics employees, government contractors, film crews and employees on temporary assignments. People relocating to a new city are another important market. So are families between homes, homeowners undergoing major renovations, and people requiring temporary accommodation after fire, flooding or other insured damage. Remote workers and digital nomads add another potential customer. The common denominator is simple: they need somewhere to live temporarily rather than merely somewhere to sleep tonight. The location of Choice's 600th property close to Denver International Airport demonstrates this demand model. Choice itself points to healthcare, logistics, construction, infrastructure projects and major employment centers as generators of extended stay business. Who competes with Choice hotels in Extended Stay? Almost every major U.S. hotel group now wants part of the market. Choice's own portfolio consists of: * Everhome Suites - positioned in midscale extended stay. * WoodSpring Suites - Choice's economy extended stay product. * MainStay Suites - a midscale extended stay brand. * Suburban Studios - an economy extended stay and conversion-oriented brand. But the competitive field is enormous. * Marriott International competes with Residence Inn, TownePlace Suites and Element and has added StudioRes to pursue the affordable midscale extended stay market. * Hilton operates Homewood Suites and Home2 Suites and has introduced LivSmart Studios. * IHG Hotels & Resorts has Staybridge Suites and Candlewood Suites. * Hyatt operates Hyatt House and has entered further into the category with Hyatt Studios. * Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham, Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham and WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham. * Sonesta competes through Sonesta ES Suites and Sonesta Simply Suites. * Then there are specialists such as Extended Stay America, My Place Hotels, InTown Suites, LivAway Suites, stayAPT Suites and Studio 6. Choice itself identifies Candlewood Suites, Home2 Suites, TownePlace Suites and Extended Stay America Premier Suites among Everhome's principal competitors, along with newer entrants StudioRes, LivSmart and LivAway. At the economy end, the Extended Stay Lodging Association's industry segmentation also includes operators such as Affordable Suites of America, Budget Suites and HomeTowne Studios, together with independent properties. In other words, this is no longer a niche corner of the lodging industry. Marriott and Hilton already have huge Extended Stay networks. Choice's 600-property announcement needs some perspective. According to recently compiled industry data based on hotel-company disclosures, Marriott ended 2025 with 937 Residence Inn properties and 571 TownePlace Suites properties, in addition to Element and the emerging StudioRes brand. Hilton had 865 Home2 Suites and 559 Homewood Suites properties at the end of 2025. The numbers are particularly interesting when occupancy is considered. Industry analysis of Hilton franchise disclosure data puts 2025 occupancy at approximately 78% for Home2 Suites and 78.9% for Homewood Suites. Extended stays of five nights or longer represented approximately 42% of Home2 room nights and 48% at Homewood. That helps explain why hotel companies keep creating extended stay brands. A guest who doesn't leave tomorrow can be very valuable. How do Extended Stay hotels market themselves? Hotel companies rarely tell consumers about reduced housekeeping costs or efficient labor models. Instead, they sell one powerful concept: Look across extended stay marketing and similar phrases repeatedly appear: apartment-style living, settle in, stay your way, room to live, fully equipped kitchens and home-like accommodation. * Choice describes Everhome Denver Airport as offering "apartment-style living" where guests can cook, work and unwind. * Hyatt House emphasizes apartment-style suites. * Home2 Suites promotes flexible living spaces and in-room kitchens. * Candlewood Suites focuses on longer-term living, kitchens and the ability for guests to maintain their own schedules. The language matters. A traditional hotel sells a room. Extended stay increasingly sells a temporary home. Independent providers may be Choice's most fragmented competitor. Choice is not competing only with Marriott, Hilton or Wyndham. A traveler searching for somewhere to live for six weeks may never search for an "extended stay hotel" at all. They might search: * "furnished apartment Denver monthly" * "serviced apartment near Denver Airport" * "corporate housing Denver" * "monthly accommodation Denver" * "aparthotel Denver" or simply: "where to stay in Denver for three months." That opens the competitive market to independent serviced apartments, corporate housing providers, local aparthotels, furnished residential apartments and smaller independent hotels offering weekly or monthly rates. These businesses may lack the loyalty programs and global reservation systems of Marriott, Hilton or Choice. But they can compete on space, kitchens, location, flexibility and price. Extended Stay hotels vs. Serviced apartments: what's the difference? Sometimes, surprisingly little. The terminology depends partly on geography. "Extended stay hotel" is particularly established in North America. In Europe, Asia and other international markets, travelers may be more familiar with terms such as serviced apartment, aparthotel, apartment hotel or hotel residence. A serviced apartment generally emphasizes residential living and may provide more space, separate bedrooms and household equipment. An extended stay hotel may retain more obvious hotel characteristics, such as a front desk, hotel loyalty program, standardized brand and hotel-style common areas. But the lines are increasingly blurred. Independent journalism isn't free - but it's worth it. eTurboNews is one of the few independent voices covering the global travel and tourism industry. Your support helps us deliver trusted reporting, hold decision-makers accountable, and keep essential travel news accessible. Choose your access. Unlimited access. $2/month. Annual membership. $19/year. Best Value: Save money while supporting independent travel journalism all year. Read this article. $1. Unlock this one article instantly. 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