Romney rejoins Marriott board

Even as he continues raising money for Republicans and promoting his own political prospects through his Free and Strong America political action committee, Mitt Romney has a new corporate gig.

Marriott International, the hotel conglomerate, announced today that the former Massachusetts governor will rejoin its board. He served on it from 1992 until 2002, when he resigned to run for governor.

Romney will be chairman of the board's new finance committee, which will help oversee the company's financial performance.

"It is a great privilege to be asked to rejoin the Marriott board and I look forward to serving once again in that capacity. Marriott became one of the world's leading hotel companies because of its emphasis on service, quality and innovation. That same spirit will keep the company thriving, even during challenging economic times," Romney said in a statement.

"Marriott will get tremendous benefit from the unique combination of strengths Gov. Romney brings," J.W. "Bill" Marriott, Jr., chairman and chief executive officer of the company, said in a statement. "We are delighted to again have access to his superlative business acumen and tremendous management expertise. Gov. Romney has repeatedly demonstrated leadership and courage in successfully taking on difficult and complex issues in business, government and the nonprofit sector. He will provide strong guidance as our company navigates the challenges of the dynamic global financial system and economy."