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1 November 2021
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC
Board Updates
InterContinental Hotels Group ("IHG") [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] today announces:
- The retirement from its Board of Dale Morrison, Senior Independent Non-Executive Director, effective 31 December 2021.
- The appointment of Non-Executive Director Graham Allan as Senior Independent Non-Executive Director, effective 1 January 2022.
These changes reflect IHG's ongoing commitment to succession planning and to ensure that the Board continues to reflect the best range of talent, skills and relevant experience.
Dale Morrison was appointed to the IHG Board as Non-Executive Director in 2011 and became Senior Independent Non-Executive Director in 2014. He currently serves on the Audit, Nomination and Remuneration Committees.
Patrick Cescau, Non-Executive Chair, IHG, commented: "I'd like to recognise the immense contribution Dale has made to the IHG Board. He is a wise and respected counsellor and his dedicated service as Senior Independent Non-Executive Director has been fundamental to the successful operation of the Board. I am grateful for the strong working relationship I have built with Dale during his tenure, and I wish him every success for the future."
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.
Graham currently serves on the Audit and Remuneration Committees of the IHG Board, and will join the Nomination Committee, effective 1 January 2022.
Patrick Cescau, Non-Executive Chair, IHG, commented: "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."
ENDS
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Notes to editors
Dale Morrison biography
Appointed to the IHG Board
1 June 2011
Committee Membership
Audit, Nomination and Remuneration Committees
Skills and experience
Dale is a founding partner of TriPointe Capital Partners, and subsequently Twin Ridge Capital, both private equity firms. Dale was previously President and Chief Executive Officer of McCain Foods Limited and President and Chief Executive Officer of Campbell Soup Company and Non-Executive Chair of Marlin 1 (holding company for Young's Seafood International Holdings Ltd,)
Board contribution
Dale has over 10 years' experience in sales and marketing positions, and over 25 years' experience in general management, having held senior positions in the branded foods sector. Dale's role as Senior Independent Non-Executive Director is fundamental to the successful operation of the Board.
Other appointments
Dale serves on the Board of International Flavors & Fragrances Inc and is Chairman of Twin Ridge Capital Acquisition Company.
Graham Allan biography
Appointed to the IHG Board
1 September 2020
Committee Membership
Audit and Remuneration Committees
Skills and experience
Graham 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. Prior to his tenure at Yum Restaurants, he worked as a consultant including at McKinsey & Co Inc.
Board contribution
Graham brings to the Board more than 40 years of strategic, commercial and brand experience within consumer-focused businesses across multiple geographies.
Other appointments
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 [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] is a global hospitality company, with a purpose to provide True Hospitality for Good.
With a family of 17 hotel brands and IHG Rewards, one of the world's largest hotel loyalty programmes, IHG has over 6,000 open hotels in more than 100 countries, and a further 1,800 in the development pipeline.
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InterContinental Hotels Group PLC is the Group's holding company and is incorporated and registered in England and Wales. Approximately 350,000 people work across IHG's hotels and corporate offices globally.
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