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New flagship talent program will accelerate leadership development amongst national talent, supporting Saudi Arabia\u2019s Vision 2030 and the Kingdom\u2019s rising position on the global tourism stage<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Ain Alalam – Rashad Iskandrni<\/strong><\/p>\n

30 September 2025<\/strong>: IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world\u2019s leading hotel companies, has announced the launch of Masarona by IHG<\/em>, a landmark talent development program designed to empower Saudi nationals to become the future leaders of the global hospitality industry. The program name, meaning \u201cOur Pathway\u201d in Arabic, reflects a shared commitment to creating exceptional career journeys for local talent in alignment with the Kingdom\u2019s transformative Vision 2030.<\/p>\n

Saudi Arabia\u2019s hospitality sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by one of the world’s most ambitious and dynamic youth populations. Masarona by IHG<\/strong> is IHG\u2019s strategic investment in this potential, providing a clear and structured pathway for Saudi colleagues to grow and lead at every level of the organization.<\/p>\n

Haitham Mattar, Managing Director, India, Middle East & Africa, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said:<\/strong> \u201cVision 2030 has positioned Saudi Arabia as the new epicenter of global hospitality. For IHG, nurturing local talent is not just a strategic imperative; it is a responsibility. Masarona by IHG provides a definitive framework to cultivate national leaders who will define the next era of our industry, both within the Kingdom and on the international stage. This is True Hospitality for Good in action.\u201d<\/p>\n

Masarona by IHG stems from IHG\u2019s long-standing commitment to local talent development. Today, nearly 50 percent of IHG\u2019s workforce in Saudi Arabia are Saudi nationals, and in 2023, IHG was recognized as the #1 Best Workplace in Saudi Arabia, underscoring its strong reputation as an employer of choice.<\/p>\n

Maher Abou Nasr, Managing Director \u2013 Saudi Arabia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, added: <\/strong>\u201cWith Masarona by IHG, we are investing in our greatest asset \u2013 our people. This program is more than just training; it\u2019s a promise to empower our Saudi colleagues to reach their full potential and shape the future of hospitality in the Kingdom. By cultivating local talent, we are not only strengthening IHG\u2019s presence but also contributing to the sustainable growth of Saudi Arabia\u2019s tourism sector.\u201d<\/p>\n

Masarona by IHG is built on a comprehensive framework that combines practical experience with strategic development. The program offers four distinct career pathways\u2014from Colleague to Senior Leader. Colleagues will benefit from a blend of\u00a0accredited academic courses, hands-on\u00a0on-the-job training, and personalised\u00a0mentorship from IHG\u2019s senior leaders. A key component of the program is\u00a0cross-exposure, offering high-potential candidates the opportunity to gain cross-function and international experience within IHG\u2019s global portfolio. The program is open to both\u00a0existing IHG colleagues\u00a0and\u00a0new hires\u00a0who are Saudi nationals, and will be powered by IHG\u2019s diverse, global team, with colleagues from all backgrounds playing a key role as mentors and supporters, fostering an inclusive environment for growth.<\/p>\n

This initiative complements IHG\u2019s existing learning and development framework, IHG University, which provides tailored \u2018always-on\u2019 content and resources to support hotel colleagues and hotel leaders. Additionally, IHG has programs such as IHG Academy, which partners with local universities and institutions to develop future hospitality leaders, as well as global leadership development programs like Journey to GM, RISE, and Ascent.<\/p>\n

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About IHG Hotels & Resorts<\/strong><\/p>\n

IHG Hotels & Resorts<\/a> (tickers: LON:IHG for Ordinary Shares; NYSE:IHG for ADRs) is a global hospitality company, with a purpose to provide True Hospitality for Good.<\/p>\n

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With a family of 20 hotel brands and IHG One Rewards<\/a>, one of the world’s largest hotel loyalty programmes with over 145 million members, IHG has more than one million rooms and 6,700 open hotels in over 100 countries, and a development pipeline of over 2,200 properties.<\/p>\n