Thursday, August 22, 2024 MGM Resorts International, a global leader in entertainment and hospitality, announced today the addition of Keith Barr to its Board of Directors. Formerly the CEO at IHG Hotels & Resorts, Barr joins as the twelfth board member. Barr is a globally recognized leader in the hospitality industry, with more than 30 years of experience.
He served as the CEO of IHG Hotels & Resorts between 2017 and 2023 and as IHG’s Chief Commercial Officer between 2013 and 2017. In that time, Barr successfully drove innovation and internal changes that increased revenues, improved operational efficiency and built a more customer-centric culture at IHG. “Keith’s tremendous career is a testament to his leadership skills and eye for innovation,” said Paul Salem, Chair of the MGM Resorts Board of Directors .
“His experience in hotel operations, technology, sales and marketing will be an incredible asset as he offers valuable guidance to MGM Resorts.” MGM Resorts CEO & President Bill Hornbuckle added: “We welcome Keith to our Board and are excited to tap into his deep knowledge and insights as we continue to focus on providing world-class experiences for our guests. Keith has spent decades driving innovation and growth in the hospitality industry, and his expertise in building a highly successful international business will be invaluable as we drive our own international growth strategy.
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