Atlanta, Georgia, United States, September 2024 – Anna-Maria Dreesen El Achcar has been appointed as Vice President of Human Resources – Global Marketing & Brands, Commercial & Technology at IHG Hotels & Resorts. In this role, she will lead the global HR strategy for key functions, including brand, marketing, commercial, and technology services. Anna-Maria will support over 2,300 corporate colleagues and manage key operational hubs worldwide, driving innovation in talent management, organizational development, and leadership development across multiple regions.
Before taking on her new role, Anna-Maria Dreesen El Achcar was Vice President of Human Resources – Global Commercial & Technology for 4 years, where she led global HR efforts for over 4,000 corporate colleagues, including managing teams in the US, UK, Mexico, Philippines, and Greater China. She played a key role in aligning HR strategies with the company’s technology and commercial objectives, ensuring the seamless integration of HR practices across various corporate locations.
Earlier, she served as Vice President of Human Resources for India, Middle East, Africa & Global Luxury Talent for over 1 year, where she led HR initiatives across 20+ countries and managed a workforce of over 28,000 colleagues. During her tenure, she focused on building strategic people plans and supported the expansion of IHG’s luxury brands in emerging markets, while driving the company’s transformation agenda.
Anna-Maria’s earlier roles at IHG Hotels & Resorts include Head of Human Resources for India, Middle East & Africa, where she supported senior leadership in building HR strategies across 125 hotels and facilitated a revenue of over $1.7 billion. Her contributions spanned workforce planning, talent management, and organizational effectiveness.
Her HR career started in roles such as Senior HR Consultant at DMCC and VP Human Resources at Majid Al Futtaim, where she built and restructured HR functions, supported leadership development initiatives, and implemented HR systems to drive business growth.
About IHG Hotels & Resorts:
IHG Hotels & Resorts (LON, NYSE) is a global leader in the hospitality industry, offering a portfolio of 19 renowned hotel brands, including InterContinental, Kimpton, and Crowne Plaza. With over 6,300 hotels in more than 100 countries, IHG is committed to providing exceptional experiences to guests and advancing its mission of True Hospitality for Good. Through its innovative HR practices, IHG supports approximately 345,000 employees worldwide, fostering a culture of growth, diversity, and inclusivity.
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