Member Julius W. Robinson
COO, U.S. West & Gaylord Hotels Nationwide, Marriott International
“I am proud and honored to be a member of BECA and its community of trailblazing leaders. I have no doubt that together we can further opportunities and empowerment for the next generation of marketing leaders.”
Julius Robinson’s three-decade career at Marriott International began as a part-time hourly associate in New Jersey and has grown to senior leadership across some of the company’s most iconic global brands.
As Chief Operations Officer for Full-Service MxM Marriott International hotels in the U.S. West, he oversees more than 160 Premium and Luxury hotels across 12 brands, including the Gaylord Hotels portfolio.
Throughout his Marriott career, Julius has held leadership roles spanning global sales, brand franchising, revenue management, marketing, and operations. He served as Senior Vice President and Global Brand Leader for Marriott Hotels and Sheraton Hotels, as well as Global Brand Leader for Autograph Collection Hotels and Tribute Portfolio.
Previously, as Chief Sales and Marketing Officer – U.S. & Canada, Julius led strategic initiatives to drive profitable sales, increase market share, and strengthen competitive advantage across more than 6,000 hotels.
Julius serves on corporate and nonprofit boards, is a member of The Executive Leadership Council and BECA, and is Executive Sponsor of Marriott’s Black Associate Resource Group.
He earned his bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University, where he was inducted into the African American Alumni Hall of Fame, and an MBA from the University of Maryland.