One of the premier hotel companies globally, announced today the appointment of Leanne Harwood as the new Senior Vice President (SVP), Managing Director, Luxury & Lifestyle Americas (LLA). Harwood, an industry veteran with almost three decades of hospitality experience, will assume her role on March 1. In her new position, she will oversee the daily operations of the LLA organization, drive performance and operations of IHG’s six Luxury & Lifestyle brands, and support their growth in the Americas region.

Leanne Harwood has been appointed by the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) as the managing director, Australasia and Japan.     Leanne will be replacing Karin Sheppard will move to London to take on the new position as IHG’s managing director, …