The Hyatt foundation family goes back to 1957, when entrepreneur Jay Pritzker purchased the original Hyatt House motel. Pritzker and his brother, Donald, worked to grow the Hyatt brand, powered by their belief in the importance of family and care. As of September 30, 2016, Hyatt is a global hospitality company with 13 brands and more than 600 properties in over 50 countries.
