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IHG Hotels and Resorts has signed up 10 of its UK and Ireland hotels to company membership of the Institute of Hospitality (IoH), as part of its wider strategy to support professional development.
Team members from properties including Kimpton Fitzroy London and InterContinental London Park Lane were officially welcomed into the professional body during an onboarding session.
Company membership allows businesses to sponsor six or more employees into IoH membership. Benefits include access to mentoring, professional recognition, on-demand learning and global networking.
Chief executive of the IoH Robert Richardson said: “I’m absolutely delighted to welcome 10 IHG Hotels and Resorts hotels as company members of the Institute. Their decision to join us as the world’s largest professional body for hospitality reflects their commitment to the Institute, to supporting their global team and investing in professional development.
“At a time when attracting, developing and retaining talent is vital, it further reinforces why IHG was named one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2025, is a Great Place to Work certified company and a top employer in the UK.”
IHG has sponsored employees into membership from:
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Kimpton Charlotte Square
- Kimpton Blythswood Square
- Kimpton Clocktower
- InterContinental Edinburgh The George
- InterContinental London Park Lane
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- voco Cardiff
- voco Oxford Spires
- voco Oxford Thames
Joanna Kurowska, vice-president and managing director for UK and Ireland at IHG, added: “Investing in our people and giving them the tools to grow and continue to deliver guest service excellence is a fundamental part of how we deliver true hospitality – authentically and responsibly.
“Becoming part of the Institute’s global network is a great fit for our people-focused culture, which promises to provide our colleagues room to grow, belong and make a difference. The tools, mentoring and resources they will access from the Institute will provide immense value to our teams.”
Other hospitality businesses with IoH company membership include Leonardo Hotels UK and Ireland, Maybourne Hotel Group, Doyle Collection, Red Carnation, Aramark, CH and Co, and the Celtic Collection.
