Mike Bederka
Starwood’s Brand, Digital, and Design Teams Unite in New Creative Workspace
On the 10th floor of an office building nestled in New York City’s Garment District, Starwood Hotels and Resorts is putting the finishing touches on the company’s new creative hub. With the spirit of...
IHG to Acquire Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
In a blockbuster move announced last night, IHG has agreed to acquire Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants for $430 million in cash. “It’s a great brand with enormous potential for growth both within the U.S....
With Thoughtful Touches, IHG Targets Chinese Travelers
As the former COO of IHG’s Greater China region, Jolyon Bulley has a firm grasp on the explosion of outbound Chinese travelers and what it means for U.S hotels. Now the COO of the...
Environmentalism, Smart Business Converge With IHG’s Green Engage Program
As of Jan. 1, IHG will provide access to Green Engage, its online environmental platform, at no charge, said Kirk Kinsell, president of the Americas, earlier this month at the IHG Americas Investors and Leadership...
At Brand Conference, IHG Maps Out Route to ‘Be No. 1’
At this week’s IHG Americas Investors and Leadership Conference, Kirk Kinsell, told the crowd of approximately 4,200 the company’s plan to “Be No. 1”—the theme of the show.
“We have to work together as a...