[8-K] Sonder Holdings Inc. Reports Material Event

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Sonder Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: SOND) filed a Form 8-K to announce the completion of its strategic integration with Marriott International under the August 13, 2024 license agreement. The filing, dated June 17, 2025 (Item 8.01 – Other Events), confirms that 100% of Sonder’s properties are now live on Marriott’s digital ecosystem, including Marriott.com and the Marriott Bonvoy® mobile app, under the new “Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy” collection.

• Distribution & Brand Reach: All listings are visible to Marriott’s global customer base, immediately expanding Sonder’s addressable demand pool.
• Loyalty Integration: Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and redeem points and use elite benefits at every Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy location, enhancing customer acquisition and retention potential.
• Sales & Marketing Support: Sonder now leverages Marriott’s global sales force, marketing channels and reservation platform, which historically drive high occupancy for partner brands.
• Ongoing Work: Management notes that certain engineering and process improvements are still being finalized as part of the integration.

No financial metrics, revenue guidance or cost disclosures were provided in this 8-K. However, completing the integration marks the transition from implementation to commercialization of the Marriott partnership, a milestone that could influence booking velocity and brand visibility.

Positive

• Full integration with Marriott’s digital channels completed, giving Sonder immediate access to a large global booking audience.
• Marriott Bonvoy members can now earn/redeem points at all Sonder properties, enhancing customer loyalty potential.
• Sonder gains access to Marriott’s global sales and marketing infrastructure, which can boost occupancy and revenue.

Negative

• The company states it is still completing certain engineering and process improvements, implying integration work is not fully finalized.
• The 8-K provides no financial metrics or guidance, leaving the quantitative impact of the integration undisclosed.

Insights

Hospitality Industry Specialist

TL;DR – Marriott integration puts all Sonder units on Marriott’s platform, adding loyalty perks and global distribution—strategically positive; no financial data released.

Marriott’s digital reach and its 200 million-plus Bonvoy members represent a powerful demand funnel. By securing full listing status, Sonder gains instant credibility and multi-channel exposure that would be expensive to build independently. Access to Bonvoy loyalty benefits should lift occupancy and average daily rate over time. The filing mentions ongoing engineering/process work, indicating minor operational tail-end tasks but no reported delays. Because financial terms, fees, or revenue-share mechanics are not disclosed, the quantitative impact remains unquantified, yet strategically this is a clear positive milestone for distribution and brand equity.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)

OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): June 17, 2025

SONDER HOLDINGS INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware						001-39907			85-2097088
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)						(Commission File Number)			(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
447 Sutter St., Suite 405 #542
San Francisco,			California						94108
(Address of principal executive offices)									(Zip Code)

(617) 300-0956

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Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class

Trading Symbols

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Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share

SOND

The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Warrants, each 20 warrants exercisable for one share of Common Stock at an exercise price of $230.00 per share

SONDW

The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

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Item 8.01 Other Events

On June 17, 2025, Sonder Holdings Inc. (the “Company”) completed the integration of its properties with Marriott International, Inc. and Global Hospitality Licensing S.A.R.L. (collectively, “Marriott”) pursuant to the license agreement dated August 13, 2024 with Marriott. All of the Company’s properties are available for booking on Marriott’s digital channels and platform, including Marriott.com and the Marriott Bonvoy® mobile app, under the new “Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy” collection. Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and redeem points and enjoy elite benefits at all Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy properties. While the Company completes certain engineering and process improvements relating to this integration, the Company also has access to Marriott’s global sales and marketing capabilities and distribution platform.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

			Sonder Holdings Inc.
Date: June 23, 2025			By:			/s/ Michael Hughes
			Name:			Michael Hughes
			Title:			Chief Financial Officer

FAQ

What event did Sonder Holdings (SOND) report in its June 17, 2025 Form 8-K?

Completion of the integration of all Sonder properties onto Marriott’s digital channels under the "Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy" collection.

Are Sonder properties now bookable on Marriott.com and the Marriott Bonvoy app?

Yes. All Sonder units are available for booking through Marriott’s website and mobile application.

Can Marriott Bonvoy members earn and redeem points at Sonder locations?

The filing states that Bonvoy members can earn and redeem points and enjoy elite benefits at every Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy property.

Does Sonder receive access to Marriott’s sales and marketing resources?

Yes. Sonder now leverages Marriott’s global sales and marketing capabilities and distribution platform.

Did the Form 8-K disclose financial terms of the Marriott integration?

No. No revenue, cost, or fee details were provided in this filing.