IHG Hotels and Resorts Announces Mark Sergot as Chief Development Officer, Americas

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announced the appointment of Mark Sergot as its new Chief Development Officer (CDO) for the Americas.

Key Highlights
- Appointment date: Announced on 15 January 2026.
- Role: Mark Sergot becomes Chief Development Officer (CDO), Americas at IHG Hotels & Resorts.
- Scope: He will lead IHG’s Americas Development organization, driving growth across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Latin America, and the Caribbean.

Focus areas:
- Expanding IHG’s hotel deal pipeline.
- Strengthening owner relationships.
- Unlocking opportunities in strategic growth markets.
- Overseeing development across IHG’s Luxury & Lifestyle, Premium, Essentials, and Suites portfolios.

About Mark Sergot
- Experience: Over 25 years in hospitality sales leadership.
- IHG career:
-- Joined in 2020 as VP of Global Sales Operations & Enablement.
-- Since 2022, served as SVP of Global Sales, overseeing Americas & Global Accounts.
- Previous roles: Spent 16 years with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts.
- Industry presence: Represents IHG on the Board of the U.S. Travel Association.

Leadership Statement
- Jolyon Bulley, CEO, Americas, IHG Hotels & Resorts:
> “Mark is a proven commercial and sales leader whose analytical rigor, disciplined approach to talent, and success building high‑value customer relationships has transformed our Global Sales organization. His enterprise‑wide mindset and career hospitality experience will be an asset to our Americas growth strategy and ambition.”

Strategic Significance
- The Americas is IHG’s largest region, making this appointment critical for its growth ambitions.
- Sergot’s background in global sales and owner partnerships positions him to accelerate development and strengthen IHG’s competitive edge.
- This move aligns with IHG’s broader strategy of expanding its footprint across diverse market segments.

This appointment signals IHG’s intent to double down on growth in the Americas, leveraging Sergot’s expertise to deepen partnerships and expand its portfolio.