Jan. 7, 2009 - Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney has rejoined the board of Marriott International Inc., the hotel company announced today.

Romney, a 2008 candidate for the Republican presidential nomination, previously served on the Bethesda, Md.-based company's board from 1992 to 2002.

"He will provide strong guidance as our company navigates the challenges of the dynamic global financial system and economy," said J.W. "Bill" Marriott Jr., the company's chairman and chief executive.

Romney, 61, will head the Marriott board's newly formed finance committee. The panel will oversee the company's financial performance and capital spending.

From 1984 to 1999 Romney was CEO of private equity firm Bain Capital. He is also known for turning around the 2002 Olympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City.

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