Marriott Vacations Worldwide to eliminate Chief Brand and Digital Officer role; Gustafson departs July 31
Marriott Vacations Worldwide said that, as part of an internal reorganization, its Executive Vice President and Chief Brand and Digital Officer position will be eliminated effective July 31, 2026, and Lori Gustafson will separate from the company. Her separation agreement provides a $1,425,000 severance payment and possible additional payment tied to 2026 company performance, which matters to shareholders as a cost and as a sign of executive-level restructuring.
Key points
- Position of Executive Vice President and Chief Brand and Digital Officer eliminated effective July 31, 2026, as part of an internal reorganization
- Lori Gustafson separates from the company; severance of $1,425,000, equal to 1.5 times her 2026 base salary plus 2026 target bonus
- Gustafson may receive an additional payment based on MVW's actual 2026 performance; equity awards treated generally consistent with existing terms
The filing
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