WASHINGTON Marriott International has once again been named one of the 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers, according to Working Mother magazine. Marriott is the only hospitality company to be recognized by Working Mother, and it is the tenth time the brand has received this honor.
The magazine sited Marriott s flexibility pilot project at three Boston area hotels, which is designed to identify and focus on the diverse needs of the companys associates. The publication also noted Marriotts programs for womens advancement that are creating career development paths for female associates and executives.
Working Mother selected this year s “100 Best Companies” based on five criteria: child care, leave for new parents, flexible work arrangements, work/life benefits such as elder care and adoption assistance, and opportunities for women. (9/6/00)