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- Thomas Pritzker, executive chairman of Hyatt Hotels Corp., will retire on February 16, 2026.
- The retirement follows scrutiny over his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
- He expressed regret for maintaining contact with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, saying his judgment was terrible.
- He will not seek reelection to Hyatt's board and will focus on a science foundation.
- Hyatt's board named Mark Hoplamazian, Hyatt Hotels Corp. Chief Executive, as the new chair.
