CATEGORY : Employee Accolades


Apr
11
Thrive Thursday: Associates, Guests and Communities Worldwide Help Us #Commit2Thrive
Contributor: Stephanie Sheppard|Thursday, April 11 2013 at 3:01 PM

As we jump into week two of Hyatt's annual Global Month of Community Service, the volunteer efforts around the globe are truly inspiring. It's one of the best times of year! From Hyatt associates to guests, and campus ambassadors to travel bloggers, people worldwide are taking Hyatt's pledge to "Commit to Thrive" this April. For every pledge taken by April 30, Hyatt is donating a book to a child in need -...

 

Feb
14
Top Tips for Marital Bliss from Hyatt Associates
Contributor: Stephanie Sheppard|Thursday, Feb. 14 2013 at 9:02 AM

Happy Valentine's Day!

In celebration of love, we asked our Hyatt associates to tell us their secrets to long-lasting marriages. We're proud to say we have some incredible marriage vets in our Hyatt family, and many common themes emerged.

Here's what they had to say, learned from years of experience:

Take time out for each other. Whether it's taking a trip or scheduling a regular date night, Sales Administrative Assistant Carol Reeves-Brandenburg at Hyatt Regency...

 

Feb
07
Featuring Employee Artwork Inspired By Andaz Salon (Part 2)
Contributor: Stephanie Sheppard|Thursday, Feb. 7 2013 at 6:00 AM

Our boutique-inspired brand, Andaz, is taking its ongoing creative collaborations to the new level with new on-property events and a new virtual experience, AndazSalon.com. Yesterday we shared some incredible art by the hands of our very own talented Hyatt associates - inspired by the new Andaz Salon - and today we're at it again!

Hyatt associates are continuing to share their passions with us. Here's a look at a few of their creations.


 

Feb
06
Featuring Employee Artwork Inspired By Andaz Salon
Contributor: Stephanie Sheppard|Wednesday, Feb. 6 2013 at 6:15 AM

We recently introduced everyone to the newly enhanced Andaz Salon. We let you know that we were taking Andaz Salon to the next level with new collaborations, new on-property events, and a new virtual venue, AndazSalon.com - all which are meant to tap into the cultural interests and passions of Andaz guests and neighbors, allowing them to learn...

 

Jan
28
A Life-Saving Surgery Inspires A Memorable Marriage Milestone
Contributor: Stephanie Sheppard|Monday, Jan. 28 2013 at 6:58 PM

In the hospitality industry, we relish the opportunity to brighten another's day. But it's quite rare that we have the chance to save a guest's life - and this story is one our associates at Grand Hyatt Taipei will never forget.

While staying at the hotel, Neil Holmes collapsed during a morning workout at the Grand Hyatt Taipei gym. Thanks to the hotel staff's quick action, Mr. Holmes was transported to the Taipei Medical University Hospital and underwent emergency surgery for an...

 

Jan
18
An Elevator Ride and Military Patch for the American History Books
Contributor: Stephanie Sheppard|Friday, Jan. 18 2013 at 11:43 AM

You never know who you might run into at a Hyatt hotel, and for Earl Smith, an encounter on the job at Hyatt Regency Austin years ago is one he'll remember forever.

While in the hotel elevator with then Senator Barack Obama, Earl gifted the Senator a military patch he had treasured for 40 years from his uniform during service in Vietnam. Years later, he learned that President Obama still carries that patch with him in his pocket. As Washington Post reporter Karen Tumulty...

 

Jan
16
For International Day of Italian Cuisines, Try Your Hand at Tiramisu
Contributor: Editor |Wednesday, Jan. 16 2013 at 10:37 AM

Our very own Chef Frederik Farina of Hyatt Regency Danang Resort and Spa is the new star of his very own cooking show! Well, not exactly, but we didn't think it was fair to keep his expertise in the kitchen all to ourselves. In honor of today's International Day of Italian Cuisines, he's walking you through the steps of preparing a...

 

Nov
13
Hyatt Named Top Workplace by Chicago Tribune
Contributor: Editor |Tuesday, Nov. 13 2012 at 5:39 PM

If you're a regular reader, you know that our hometown of Chicago holds a special place in your heart. Particularly this time of year, as the cold sets in, there's something special about the Windy City and the bright lights. And the Hyatt associates across the city, at our headquarters and our Chicagoland hotels, help extend our family and the sense of home.

Today, the Chicago Tribune confirmed our hunch that there's something special about Hyatt here. Hyatt's corporate...

 

Sep
24
You're More Than Welcome in Shanghai
Contributor: Editor |Monday, Sept. 24 2012 at 10:47 AM

One of the best things about Hyatt is that our coworkers are our extended family. And we're always here to help one another. So when Andaz Shanghai opened last year, Hyatt associates at the new hotel leaned on their fellow associates in Hyatt hotels around Shanghai for guidance and support. It's helped to form a close friendship among the hotels and staff that's still going strong.

For example, Simon Graf of Andaz...

 

Sep
17
Grand Hyatt Sao Paulo Celebrates a Decade of Grand Style
Contributor: Editor |Monday, Sept. 17 2012 at 9:50 AM

At Hyatt, we love traditions, and we especially love milestones. So when Grand Hyatt Sao Paulo turned ten last month, we seized the opportunity to thank our guests and our dedicated hotel associates who make it such a special place. It's the "Hyatt way."

In honor of the hard work and fun the team has been having since 2002, the hotel prepared a variety of special activities throughout the month of August. Before we share the experience, hear what Myles McGourty, Hyatt...

 

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