Diane Briskin

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide LLC engages in the ownership and operation of hotels and resorts. It also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., which provides vacation experiences through villa-style resorts. The firm operates hotel business in three separate hotel segments: the Americas, EAME and Asia Pacific. Each hotel segment owns and leases hotels and resorts operated primarily under their proprietary brand names includes St. Regis, The Luxury Collection, W, Westin, Le Méridien, Sheraton, Four Points by Sheraton, Aloft and Element. The company was founded by Barry Stuart Sternlicht in 1995 and is headquartered in Bethesda, MD.

Dan Klores Communications Holdings LLC provides public relations and integrated marketing services. It offers services to entertainment, fashion & education and health care companies. The firm also provides publicity and media relations, crisis management, and event marketing services. The company was founded by Dan A. Klores in 1991 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Evins Communications Ltd. is a NYC-based award-winning brand marketing communications and public relations firm that specializes in the premium, prestige, and luxury sectors. The private company is based in New York, NY, and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company has four practice areas, including digital content & integration, food, spirits & wine, lifestyle & wellbeing, and travel & hospitality. Since its founding in 1987 by Mathew L. Evins, the company has played an invaluable role in the development and growth of icons and innovators in the industry. Louise R. Evins has been the CEO of the company since 1997.