InterContinental Hotels Group PLC (IHG) announced the appointment of a head for its new European division and a regional realignment which combines the Middle East and Africa with Asia Australasia, allowing two similar businesses to leverage scale in key developing markets.
The changes are effective from 1 August.
Angela Brav, currently Chief Operating Officer, North America takes up the new position of Chief Executive, Europe assuming a seat on the Executive Committee.
Jan Smits, currently head of the Asia Australasia region now takes additional responsibility for the Middle East and Africa, becoming Chief Executive, Asia, Middle East and Africa.
These appointments follow the move last month of Kirk Kinsell, former President Europe, Middle East and Africa to President, The Americas…