Skift Blog

MAY 5, 2023

Skift Take: Under Barr, IHG shook off years of brand cobwebs and expanded its portfolio. Like Barr, Maalouf comes into the CEO role with years of brand experience that can serve him well.

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Branding Hotels 307

Hotel Management

MAY 5, 2023

IHG’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Keith Barr, is stepping down from his position and from the IHG Board on June 30 after six years in the top job. Barr plans to return with his family to the US but will remain available to support and advise the business until the end of 2023. IHG has appointed Elie Maalouf, a member of IHG’s Board and Executive Committee, to take over as Barr’s successor.

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Real Estate Business Branding Operations 264

Skift Blog

MAY 5, 2023

Skift Take: Business travel in South America has more than a pulse. North America is a laggard.

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Business Travel 293

Skift Blog

MAY 5, 2023

Skift Take: Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks at Sabre’s cuts, Tripadvisor’s shifts, and Navan’s advances.

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Travel 274

Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling

Skift Blog

MAY 5, 2023

Skift Take: The startups featured want to sell eco-friendly trips to Africa, e-bike rides in London, and train ticket upgrades throughout the UK.

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Management Travel 274