Keith Barr (businessman)
Keith Barr (born July 1970)[1] is an American businessman who has been the CEO of InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) since July 2017, succeeding Richard Solomons.[2]
Keith Barr | |
|---|---|
| Born | July 1970 (age 52) |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Cornell University |
| Occupation | CEO Hospitality |
| Title | CEO, InterContinental Hotels Group |
| Term | 2017–present |
| Predecessor | Richard Solomons |
Barr has a degree from Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration, where he was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon.[3]
Barr joined IHG in 2000, rising to CEO in July 2017, succeeding Richard Solomons.[4][5][3]
Prior to assuming the role of CEO, Keith spent four years as chief commercial officer, IHG. He has also spent four years as CEO, Greater China. He is a non-executive director of Yum! Brands.[6][7]
References
- "Keith BARR - Personal Appointments (free information from Companies House)". beta.companieshouse.gov.uk. Retrieved 26 October 2017.
- "Richard Solomons to step down from IHG". Financial Times. Retrieved 15 December 2021.
- "Keith Barr". InterContinental Hotels Group PLC. Retrieved 26 October 2017.
- "Big Plans from IHG's New CEO: Business Travel News". www.businesstravelnews.com. Retrieved 26 October 2017.
- "Breaking News: Keith Barr to replace Richard Solomons as IHG's CEO - Hotel Management". hotelmanagement.com.au. 5 May 2017. Retrieved 26 October 2017.
- "Keith Barr". InterContinental Hotels Group PLC. Retrieved 2020-12-09.
- Meddings, Sabah. "Keith Barr: Airbnb? It won't kill off hotels". ISSN 0140-0460. Retrieved 2020-12-09.
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