In Brief: After serving in a key legal role, James Hunter announces his retirement from Marriott Vacations Worldwide, effective from April 2026.
Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation announced that Executive Vice President and General Counsel James Hunter will transition from his role on March 9, 2026, and retire on April 1, 2026.
James Hunter, Executive Vice President and General Counsel of Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation, will step down from his position on March 9, 2026, and retire from the company on April 1, 2026. Hunter will remain in an advisory capacity through April 1, 2026, to assist with the transition.
Hunter began his in-house legal career at Marriott International, Inc. in 1994, supporting global development and expansion initiatives. He later led legal support for Marriott’s growth across the Asia-Pacific region. In 2006, he relocated to Orlando to lead the Law Department of Marriott Vacation Club International, overseeing expansion activities and the launch of the Marriott Vacation Club Destinations points product.
In 2011, Hunter played a key role in the spin-off that formed Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation. He later provided legal support for the company’s 2018 merger with ILG.
Hunter has served as a principal architect of the current Code of Ethics of the American Resort Development Association and chair of the ARDA General Counsel Council. He is set to assume the role of president of Florida Citrus Sports in April 2026.
