IHG names new MD for UK & Ireland
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) has appointed Joanna Kurowska as Managing Director in its home market of UK & Ireland.
Kurowska will be responsible for driving sustainable hotel performance in the existing UK&I estate and working with owners and investors to unlock the growth potential for IHG’s brands. As the UK reopens following recent restrictions, Kurowska is focused on delivering true hospitality for guests in the safest way possible as she leads the responsible recovery of IHG’s business in UK&I in a time of growth for the region.
Kuroswka’s promotion follows a 10-year career at IHG, which started at InterContinental Warsaw as Director of Finance & Business Support, before moving on to a number of finance and operational roles across Europe, most recently settling in Frankfurt as Director of Operations for Northern Europe. She also sits on IHG’s Europe Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Board, which is made up of colleagues from across the region who are passionate about shaping priorities and pushing for progress in line with IHG’s passion and commitment to DE&I. The council is at the heart of IHG’s purpose to provide ‘True Hospitality for Good’ to guests, hotels, owners, colleagues and communities.
“I am delighted that Joanna has taken on the role of Managing Director, UK & Ireland,” says Karin Sheppard, Senior Vice President Managing Director Europe at IHG. “During her 10 years with the company, Joanna has risen through the ranks at a rapid pace and has built an excellent reputation as a team collaborator, people developer and a highly valued partner for owners. I am excited to see her take on her latest challenge leading the team at this crucial stage for growth in our home market.”
Kurowska adds: “I am honoured to take on this role at such an important time for UK&I. This is a strong established market for IHG Hotels & Resorts with incredible growth potential, that I’m excited to drive forward. I’m looking forward to working with the excellent team we have in the UK&I to deliver true hospitality for our guests and robust performance for our owners.”
IHG currently has 358 hotels* operating under eight brands in UK & Ireland, including: InterContinental Hotels & Resorts; Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants; Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts; Hotel Indigo; Voco Hotels; Holiday InnHotels & Resorts; Holiday Inn Express; and Staybridge Suites.
