– UK, Denham – InterContinental Hotels Group (LON: IHG | NYSE: IHG) today announced the appointment of Non-Executive Director, Graham Allan as Senior Independent Non-Executive Director, effective 1 January 2022, replacing Dale Morrison who will retire from the Board on 31 December 2021.
“Graham’s appointment as Senior Independent Non-Executive Director recognises the valuable contribution he has made to the IHG Board. His significant strategic expertise combined with decades of experience in senior Board positions and global businesses make him a strong successor to Dale and will ensure a smooth transition upon Dale’s retirement. I would like to congratulate Graham on his appointment.” commented Board Chair, Patrick Cescau.
Graham brings to the Board more than 40 years of strategic, commercial, and brand experience within consumer-focused businesses across multiple geographies.
About Graham Allan
Graham Allan joined the IHG Board as Non-Executive Director in 2020. He was Group Chief Executive of Dairy Farm International Holdings Ltd from 2012-2017, a leading Asian retailer headquartered in Hong Kong. He previously served in several senior positions at PepsiCo/Yum Brands from 1992-2012, assuming the role of President of Yum Restaurants International in 2003. Before his tenure at Yum Restaurants, he worked as a consultant including at McKinsey & Co Inc.
Graham currently serves on the Audit and Remuneration Committees of the IHG Board and will join the Nomination Committee, effective 1 January 2022.
Graham is Senior Independent Non-Executive Director at Intertek plc and Independent Non-Executive Director of Associated British Foods plc. He also serves as a director of private companies as Chairman of Bata Footwear and Director of Americana Foods.
About IHG Hotels & Resorts
IHG Hotels & Resorts is a global hospitality company, with a purpose to provide True Hospitality for Good.
For more information: https://www.ihgplc.com/
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