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I'm one of the world's largest hotel companies, with names such as Sheraton, St. Regis, Le Meridien, Aloft, The Luxury Collection, Westin, Four Points and W. I own, lease, manage or franchise more than 900 properties with more than 280,000 rooms in more than 90 nations. I also develop, own and operate vacation ownership resorts, marketing and selling ownership interests to customers, along with providing financing. I introduced my popular Westin "Heavenly Bed" in 1999 and launched my environmentally friendly "element" hotel chain in 2006. I employ more than 140,000 people, and my ticker symbol can scald. Who am I?

( Answer: Starwood Hotels and Resorts )

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