Hyatt Hotels chairman steps down over Jeffrey Epstein ties
Summary
Thomas Pritzker, chairman of Hyatt Hotels, announced his resignation after new files revealed his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Pritzker acknowledged poor judgment in maintaining contact with Epstein, a convicted sex offender. Hyatt's president and CEO, Mark Hoplamazian, will take over as chairman.Key Facts
- Thomas Pritzker stepped down as chairman of Hyatt Hotels due to ties with Jeffrey Epstein.
- Pritzker admitted to making poor decisions in keeping contact with Epstein after his 2008 plea deal on sex charges.
- Pritzker held the role of executive chairman at Hyatt since 2004.
- He emphasized the importance of proper leadership transition for the company.
- Mark Hoplamazian, Hyatt's president and CEO, will become the new chairman.
- Jeffrey Epstein was convicted of sex crimes in 2008 and died in custody in 2019.
- The latest Epstein files revealed connections to several prominent figures.
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