Steve Porter & IHG

UPDATE: This news release just came across our desks from the people at InterContinental Hotels Group:

Statement regarding Stevan Porter, President Americas Region

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), announces that Stevan Porter, President of IHG's Americas region, is undertaking medical treatment which necessitates him relinquishing his responsibilities.

IHG Finance Director, Richard Solomons, has been appointed President of the Americas region on an interim basis, in addition to his existing duties, with immediate effect.

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Here at the Questex HotelWorld Network, our thoughts and prayers go out to the Porter family, and we will update you when we learn more about this situation.